Who we are

We are a growing community of qualified VEO instructors based in Belfast, brought together by a shared passion for helping others — especially children — learn, grow, and thrive. Each of us has discovered, through personal experience, how powerful the VEO method can be in fostering self-awareness, building confidence, and supporting meaningful development in both learners and instructors.

Our journey with VEO began in different ways, but what unites us is the deep sense of purpose we’ve found in this work. We’ve seen how this approach not only helps others unlock their potential, but also encourages us to reflect, learn, and evolve in our own lives.

What is VEO

The benefits of this programme go beyond any single skill and are often reflected in a child’s overall development. From the early sessions, many children show positive changes in areas such as focus, motivation, confidence, and engagement with learning.

Every child develops at their own pace. Some may find certain aspects more challenging at first, often influenced by their individual experiences. Our approach is gentle, supportive, and child-centred, ensuring that each child feels safe, understood, and encouraged throughout the process.

Regardless of their starting point, all children who take part gain valuable life skills, including increased self-awareness, resilience, emotional regulation, and cognitive development. These benefits can support both learning and everyday interactions.

Parents play an important role in this journey. Working alongside our instructors, families help create a positive and nurturing environment where children feel supported. Through shared activities and regular communication, parents and instructors work together to help each child reach their full potential.

We invite you to learn more about this programme and see how it can support your child’s growth, confidence, and wellbeing.

Meet the instructors

  • Lola Thomas

    Certified VEO Instructor with a BSc in Biology, offering VEO course in both English and Spanish.

  • Ava Brogan

    Certified VEO instructor with a BSc in Psychology and a passion for child development. With years of experience teaching music to children

  • Emma Murphy

    Qualified VEO instructor and yoga teacher with a BSc and certification in Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST), including postgraduate training in mother–baby CST and neurodivergence.