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Meet Elena Eleftheriadou, founder of Your Pneuma Matters.

My journey in the medical field began over 22 years ago when I volunteered alongside a doctor, providing care to patients in their homes. I found immense purpose in this work, which sparked my passion for supporting others. From there, I transitioned to hospitals where I focused on mental health while pursuing my degree in psychology at university. The more I worked, the more I realised how deeply mental health intertwined with everything else in our lives — our work, our relationships, our overall wellbeing.

 

As time passed, I moved into the corporate sector and continued working in the medical field. My role allowed me to engage with individuals in different capacities, helping them manage their stress and health in both personal and professional environments. I also began coaching and therapy work part-time, both paid and voluntary. These roles brought me into contact with so many different people, all struggling in various ways, but I always felt there was a deeper issue at play — one that wasn’t being openly discussed or addressed.

Through my own career, I started to feel the pressure mounting. The constant demands from work and life began to take their toll. I found myself giving everything to my career and those I worked with, often at the expense of my own wellbeing. I pushed through, convinced I was doing the right thing, but eventually, I reached a breaking point. The burnout, the exhaustion and the emotional fatigue became too much. Like many of my clients, I, too, found myself stuck in a cycle of burnout. Despite being capable and high-performing, I was exhausted, overwhelmed and running on empty.


It wasn’t until I took a holistic approach — integrating psychology, behavioural science, lifestyle coaching and self-awareness that I finally saw real change. That’s when I realised how important it is to care for the whole person: mind, body and spirit. I stopped relying on quick fixes and started embracing a balanced way of managing stress which didn’t demand that I “just power through”.

That was the turning point for me and it’s that same approach that I now offer you through YourPneumaMatters. My mission is to provide a different way of managing stress that puts you at the centre. No generic advice. No pressure to “just keep going”. Instead, I offer real, human support that works for your mind, body and spirit — an approach that is tailored specifically to your needs and life.

 

Seeing the impact of this holistic approach in my own life and the lives of those I work with, I was inspired to create YourPneumaMatters. I designed courses focused on burnout, stress management, anxiety, communication skills, self-awareness and balancing personal and professional lives. These courses are grounded in psychoeducation and coaching techniques, helping people rediscover their purpose and wellbeing.

WHY YOUR PNEUMA MATTERS

“Pneuma” comes from ancient Greek, meaning ‘spirit’, ‘vital breath’, or ‘life force’. It represents the active principle that connects life’s physical and spiritual aspects. For me, this connection is what we need to restore — the balance between mind, body and spirit. YourPneumaMatters embodies this idea, focusing on the whole person and providing a way to long-term health and balance.

MY APPROACH

I believe in:
  • Compassion over quick fixes.
  • Psychoeducation alongside action.
  • Simplicity over overwhelm.
  • Practical tools tailored to real life.
My work is grounded in:
  • Coaching Psychology
  • Behavioural and Lifestyle Science
  • Trauma-Informed Practice
  • Mindfulness
Who I Work With

I work with individuals who:

  • Are experiencing stress or burnout.
  • Want to explore wellbeing beyond medication.
  • Feel stuck or disconnected in life or work.
  • Are navigating change or loss of direction.
  • Are emerging leaders or professionals in high-pressure roles.

Whether you’re a manager, student, parent, or someone trying to find balance again, regardless of your background, you are welcome here.


Let’s Talk

I’d love to hear from you if anything here resonates with you. Book a free discovery session and let’s explore what’s possible together.

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ETHICS AND PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE

  • YourPneumaMatters Ltd and Elena Eleftheriadou abide by the National Occupational Standards (NOS), the British Psychological Society (BPS), the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC UK & EMCC Global) Code of Professional Conduct, the International Association of Neurolingusitic Programming and Coaching (IANLPC) and AC GLOBAL CODE OF ETHICS.
  • Registered with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) as a Data Controller.
  • Approved by the Department for Education guaranteeing the provision of exceptional levels of education, training and care.
  • Elena Eleftheriadou and YourPneumaMatters Ltd are insured for therapy and coaching practices.
  • In regular supervision with fully trained supervisor for my coaching practice to continually improve my coaching skills.
  • Received 448 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) between 2023-24 for my therapy and coaching development.
  • All the sessions and written case notes are kept safely, separate from names and contact details as per my privacy and confidentiality statements.