The Wellbeing Atelier
Josephine Dolan-Dufourd
SIRET: 88454417200015 | RPPS: 10008041849
I'm Josephine, a British-trained Occupational Therapist based in the South of France, with over 25 years of experience supporting adults and children through change, illness, and life’s everyday challenges.Occupational Therapy is about more than managing symptoms — it’s about finding clarity, autonomy, and balance in everyday life. My approach is collaborative, creative, and always tailored to you. Together, we explore what supports your wellbeing—physically, emotionally, and mentally—and build practical tools to help you feel more grounded and resourced.Wellbeing Ateliers refers to the therapeutic sessions and personalised programs that help you reconnect with what matters most, through meaningful activity, mindful presence, and strategies that fit real life.Because how we spend our moments shapes how we live our lives.Click the play button to meet me.
Occupational Therapy
What to expect:
1. Initial Evaluation
2. Ongoing One-to-One Sessions
3. Collaboration with Other Professionals (if needed)What I offer:
✔️ Personalised, compassionate support
🎯 Activity-based sessions tailored to your needs
💡 Practical strategies to manage daily challenges
📈 Progress at your own pace toward greater ease, confidence and independenceComprehensive Wellbeing Assessment: 200 € An in-depth evaluation of physical, cognitive, and emotional wellbeing, including sensory integration. This includes two clinical sessions and the delivery of a personalised report with actionable strategies to improve your daily life and find a sustainable rhythm.Follow up sessions 90€/75€ if booking 6 sessions or more (1 hour in duration includes session summary and recommendations)(Please note: not reimbursed by Social Security, unless covered under ALD, MDPH, or by your private insurer.)Wellbeing Ateliers - Group workshops are available on request.Try a free Occupational Therapy for Wellbeing series by clicking the play button
Mindfulness
The Friday Meditation Class
Fridays, 9:00 – 10:00 AM CET | OnlineMindfulness is a core part of my life and occupational therapy practice—an activity that is not just as a way to find quiet, but as a clinical tool to regulate your nervous system and build lasting resilience.These weekly sessions offer a space to ease overwhelm, build emotional balance, and reconnect with what truly matters.The Session Experience
Each week, we move through a structured flow designed to bridge the gap between practice and everyday life. All you need is a quiet space, something to sit or lie on, and a drink of your choice.-Check-in & Grounding A brief moment to arrive and settle the mind.-Gentle Movement Simple stretches to release physical tension.-Guided Meditation Breath and body-based tools grounded in Mindfulness Based Approaches and Compassion Focused Therapy.-Tea Ceremony We conclude with a quiet ritual—a mindful tea drinking practice that acts as a bridge, reminding you that presence is available even in your most ordinary moments.2026 Schedule
Each session stands alone, and all participants receive recordings, resources, and email support to sustain their practice between classes.9th May – 26th June (10 sessions)The final session is a special two-hour mini-retreat.4th September – 18th December (14 sessions)No class: 23 & 30 OctoberWhy practice with a licensed healthcare proffessional?
Mindfulness can sometimes stir up deep emotional currents. As a clinician, I provide more than just instructions; I offer a safe and personalised space. You gain the benefit of clinical insight and trauma-informed care, ensuring your journey into mindfulness is gentle, supported, and effective for your specific health needs.Pricing & Enrollment
First Session: Free of charge — come experience the practice.Pay-As-You-Go €18 per session — perfect for occasional drop-ins.Committed Path €13.50 per session — for those looking to build a consistent habit booking per term (classes follow the Zone C French school holiday system).The Deep Dive Add an individual OT session to any class for a discounted rate of €70The Intensive An individual tailored package, ideal for complex health needs: 12 sessions of the meditation class & 6 individual Occupational Therapy sessions: 540€ (value 612€)Try a past meditation series for free via video or audio below.
My Work Elsewhere
Get LOUD! Stay LOUD! I’m the Occupational Therapist for Get LOUD! Stay LOUD!, the only online Parkinson’s-specific speech and voice maintenance platform.Visit Get LOUD! Stay LOUD! by clicking the play button below.
CSF-Languedoc Cancer Support France – Languedoc (CSF-Languedoc) is a volunteer-led charity offering free, confidential support in English to individuals affected by cancer across southern France.learn more by clicking the play button below.
Heiter Magazine – I am the in-house therapist for heiter, a magazine and communtiy of people inspiring us to live with joy, and curate a life that feels good. I host a quarterly book club, monthly meditation sessions and occassional workshops.
Families and children - I run a small in person clinic for families and children in France.As a sensory-informed Occupational Therapist, I offer a gentle, relational approach to child development that prioritises safety, deep presence, and the transformative power of play. Specialising in support for Autism, ADHD, and sensory processing differences, I move beyond clinical checklists to harness the natural rhythms of daily life, using meaningful activity to foster independence and emotional regulation. My practice is dedicated to creating a grounded, calm space where families feel truly seen, aiming to clear the path so that children don’t just meet milestones, but find the freedom to live with genuine sparkle and everyday joy.To read more about my work please visit:
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