Meet Kelly McAlinden – Creator of Kelly McAlinden Holistic Wellness
Welcome!
I'm Kelly, the founder of Kelly McAlinden Holistic Wellness. With over 20 years of experience in the beauty and holistic industry, I bring both professional expertise and personal insight into every treatment and training I offer. I’m CIBTAC and ITEC qualified, fully insured, and a proud member of The Guild of Beauty Therapists, The Complementary Medical Association, The Guild of Holistic Therapists, and The Guild of Therapy Lecturers – allowing me to use the post-nominal letters MCMA, MGHT, MGBT, and MGTL.
My approach is deeply holistic and intuitive, drawing on a rich toolkit of therapies to create truly bespoke experiences for each client. Many of my treatments incorporate the healing power of gongs, crystals, singing bowls, and essential oils to support deep relaxation, balance, and transformation.
I also run a Wellness Academy, offering accredited Holistic and Beauty Therapy training in small groups and 1-to-1 settings. I’m passionate about mentoring others, helping students unlock their fullest potential, and guiding them on their journey into the world of healing and wellbeing.
One of my deepest passions is sound therapy. I am a certified Gong Practitioner, having trained with the inspirational Mark Swan. What began as a training course quickly became a personal healing journey – the gongs have since become an integral part of my life and practice. I believe sound is one of the most powerful tools for self-connection, stress release, and emotional clarity.
I regularly lead transformative Sound Journeys, including Gong Baths, Drum Circles, Reiki Drum sessions, and Sacred Sister Drum Circles. I even trained and birthed my own drum with the radiant Melonie Syrett – The Drum Woman. My work spans individual sessions, group events, retreats, and corporate wellbeing programs. I also take healing outdoors, integrating sound therapy with paddleboard sessions (I'm also a SUP instructor!) – bringing together nature, movement, and energy healing in a truly unique way.
At the heart of everything I do is the intention to hold space for deep connection, healing, and empowerment – whether you're receiving a treatment, learning a new skill, or simply taking time to reconnect with yourself.
Please feel free to reach out – I look forward to discussing how I can best support your individual or team wellness needs.
Kelly.
