Meet Me
Dr Persephone, PhD, MA (TCM), BA, Dip. OM, MENSA
About
Dr Persephone is an award-winning online tutor, ADHD coach and anxiety and stress coaching practitioner. A member of Mensa — placing her in the top 2% of the population by measured intelligence — she brings 23 years of experience and over 23,000 teaching and clinical hours to every client she works with.
Academic Training
She began by earning a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Occidental College, Los Angeles, before moving into integrative medicine. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from the top-ranked Asian medical school in America, receiving a Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine — a programme that included over 3,000 hours of training in diagnostic and treatment applications across both Western and Eastern medicine, and over 1,000 hours of hands-on clinical practice treating patients at the Emperor’s College Clinic and the Arthur Ashe Mental Health Hospital at UCLA.
Doctoral Research
Before receiving her doctorate, Dr Persephone wrote her dissertation on techniques that can enhance memory. She is a Diplomate of Oriental and Herbal Medicine in America, where she is a licensed Primary Care practitioner.
Clinical Training
She has further supplemented her expertise with diplomas in Neuroscience, Neuroanatomy, Psychotherapy and Holistic Life Coaching, and is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Emotional Freedom Technique, Vagal Toning and Thought Field Therapy — allowing her to address the emotional and psychological dimensions of learning and wellbeing alongside academic achievement.
Neurvodivergent Practice
Dr Persephone has both professional and personal insight into neurodivergent learning and cognition, and approaches every client with the understanding that different neurological profiles require genuinely different methods — not simply modified versions of approaches designed for neurotypical learners. She has served as a professional ADHD Coach at Sunbeam, supporting neurodivergent learners with evidence-based strategies for focus, emotional regulation and executive function.
Ongoing Research
She is currently commencing an MSc in Psychology (Conversion) at the Open University and is writing books on neuroscience, health and science education.
Experience
International
With over 23,000 hours of teaching and clinical practice, Dr Persephone has worked with students and adults of all ages and abilities across the United Kingdom, the United States, Europe and Japan.
In the USA she served as a senior tutor at Beverly Hills Tutoring Centre for over seven years, working closely with high-profile families and celebrity clients. In Japan she delivered tutoring and wellbeing support, bringing her integrative approach to an international audience.
Neurodivergent Support
Most recently Dr Persephone served as a professional ADHD Coach at Sunbeam, delivering structured, evidence-based coaching to neurodivergent learners across the UK. Sessions focused on executive function, emotional regulation, focus strategies and self-management, working collaboratively with families and educators to support whole-person development.
Anxiety & Stress Coaching
In conjunction with tutoring, Dr Persephone has helped countless learners manage exam stress and anxiety through evidence-based techniques, combining neuroscience insights with practical strategies to improve focus, confidence and academic performance.
She has written over ten articles as Wellness Expert for Bournefree Magazine and has written blogs for several prominent tutoring agencies.
Teacher and Curriculum Designer
She served as an Online Classroom Teacher and Curriculum Designer at Tute Education, developing and delivering curriculum from Year 4 to A-Level. Since relocating to the UK she has continued her work as a tutor and educator, supporting students across England and Wales through major online platforms including Tutor.com, Fleet Education Services, Sherpa Tutors and Tutiva.
She has developed comprehensive curricula, designed assessment materials and written predicted exam papers for multiple tutoring organisations in Maths, English and Science. Her subjects span Key Stage through to A-Level, with particular expertise in GCSE and A-Level preparation across all major examination boards. She has additionally prepared students for specialist examinations including the Royal Navy Recruiting Test, Qualified Teacher Status and the University Clinical Aptitude Test, and has supported university and postgraduate students with dissertation writing, essays, advanced mathematics and personal statements.
Mental Health Support
Mental health and wellbeing techniques are integrated into every session to support each client’s confidence, focus and emotional resilience:
• Anxiety and stress support using NeuroCalm, Dr Persephone’s own method combining EFT tapping, CBT, NLP, vagal toning and Thought Field Therapy
• Specialist ADHD coaching targeting focus, executive function and emotional regulation
• SEND support including ADHD, dyslexia and autism, using neuroscience-informed teaching methods
• A calm, structured and supportive environment for every client
Safeguarding & DBS
Fully enhanced DBS certified
Certified in Safeguarding Children Level 2, ensuring a safe and professional environment for all students
Approved Tuition Partner for the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) with Fleet Tutors
Awards & Recognition
Member of Mensa, the High IQ society
Most Innovative Private Tutoring Provider 2026 (Lux Life Awards)
Excellence in Mental Health-Informed Learning 2026 (Lux Life Awards)
Received Tuition Service of Year 2023 (Corporate LiveWire Awards)
Best Tutor 2020 – (Tutor.com Awards)
❊ Testimonials
Loved by Students, Trusted by Parents.
Seriously! But don’t take our word for it, here are some things people have to say about us.
I’m speechless. My daughter tells me what a great teacher Dr Persephone is and she is REALLY tough to please. She says she loves your lessons and is actually looking forward to learning more about maths! She went from an expected 2 in maths to a 5 in just two weeks. How did she do it?!!
— Rob H., Parent
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I suffer from severe anxiety and depression and these sessions provided me with exercises, breathing and tapping I can use anytime of the day. They have been a life-saver for me and I feel more motivated and hopeful. Dr Persephone made me feel safe and supported while guiding me through each step. I’m truly grateful for the positive changes I’ve experienced.
— Mary R., Adult
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Dr Persephone delivered so much value for my son—-not just in what he has learnt across maths, science and English…but the huge difference the tutoring has made to his overall confidence and his ability to learn and grasp new things. He has enjoyed his daily sessions with you a lot—which, given his previous lack of interest in learning, is a massive testament to your approach. He is now entering his GCSEs with confidence.
— Jason L., Parent
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Expert support in Maths, Science, English and life skills for lasting success.
