Elena Messina

Experienced facilitator with a strong background in trauma-informed care, personal growth strategies, and holistic therapy methods. Skilled in group facilitation, client-centred approaches, and navigating multicultural contexts. Brings empathy, emotional intelligence, and creativity to transform ideas into innovative, impactful projects.

Therapist and Counsellor at Beyond Your Body (2022-11 – Present)

• Conduct Dance Movement Therapy sessions to enhance emotional, physical, and mental awareness.
• Provide Shiatsu treatments to support energy balance and overall well-being.
• Offer consultations using Flower Essences and Gestalt Life Coaching, promoting emotional empowerment and personal growth.
• Develop personalised treatment plans and apply alternative energy healing techniques (tapping, visualisations, meditation, TAI).

Private Teacher of Italian Language and Culture at Private Practice (1992-01 – Present)

• Design personalised learning pathways for students of different ages and backgrounds.
• Create inclusive and stimulating learning environments, emphasising Italian culture and history.

Secretary at Proietti-Messina GP Medical Practice (2001-05 – 2002-12)

• Managed appointments and schedules; maintained confidential documentation.

Educator and Coordinator at Association "Il CE.STO" (1992-01 – 1999-01)

• Organised social, cultural, and educational events; coordinated volunteers.

Childcare Supervisor at Play Centre "Il Paese delle Meraviglie" (1996-01 – 1997-01)

• Conducted educational and recreational activities supporting psychomotor and emotional development.

Educational Foster Care for Teenagers at Social Services of the City of Genoa (1995-01 – 1996-01)

• Managed behavioural issues and provided emotional support to adolescents with trauma.

Certificate in Gestalt Coaching – Talent GB Coaching Academy (2024)

Certificate in Leading Complex Projects – QUTeX (2024)

Postgraduate Certificate in Gestalt Therapy – Gestalt Therapy School (2024)

Diploma in Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies – Australian College of Eastern Medicine (2020)

Bachelor's Degree in Arts and Humanities – Genoa University (2001)

Diploma in Dance Movement Therapy – Centro Metafora Gestalt (2000)