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Karen Farrell

Karen Farrell

Helping students turn stress into confidence, using the simple science of their breath.

Karen Farrell is a Breath Expert and high-energy speaker who helps students and educators manage stress, build confidence and perform at their best using a powerful but often overlooked tool, their breath.

Her talk introduces a simple, science-backed approach to regulating the nervous system, enabling young people to feel calmer, think more clearly, and show up with confidence in exams, presentations, and everyday school life. Karen’s sessions are highly interactive, giving audiences the chance to experience these techniques in real time, not just learn about them.

With a Bachelor of Music and a background as a trained singer, Karen discovered early on how effective breathing techniques can transform performance under pressure. She now brings this experience into education, making wellbeing practical, accessible, and immediately useful.

Karen has delivered sessions for educational organisations including LIBF, University of Salford, and Institute of Leadership. She has also worked with global companies such as LinkedIn and Visa. In 2025, she was recognised as a finalist for Best Newcomer at the London Speaker Awards.

Known for her dynamic, science-meets-performance approach, Karen blends breathwork, mindset, and nervous system education to create engaging and practical sessions. Students and staff leave feeling calmer, more focused, and equipped with simple techniques they can use immediately to reduce stress and improve performance, skills that extend far beyond the classroom.

Testimonials from Teachers

"I thoroughly enjoyed working with Karen. She radiated positive energy, and the session she conducted was very helpful. We had a great time learning about breathing techniques"

– Sena Akbulut, Student Support and Wellbeing Manager, LIBF​

"Karen spoke at our recent conference, she was a pleasure to work with and really engage in what we were seeking to achieve from the event. Karen's information talk was greatly received by those in attendance, a true highlight of the day. I firmly recommend Karen for anyone looking to find a powerful speaker"

– Medwyn Roberts, Conference Producer, The University of Salford​
"If you are an event planner looking for something unique, whether it is an energising burst during a conference, a calming breathwork break or even a full day team event, I cannot recommend Karen enough. She is a phenomenal facilitator who knows how to connect with a room and deliver real impact" Karen Usmani, Event Organiser, The Institute of Leadership – Karen Usmani, Event Organiser, The Institute of Leadership​

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Location

London

Topics

  • New Speakers
  • Women
  • Assemblies and Celebrations Events
  • Well-being
  • Exams
  • Mental Health
  • Conference
  • Happiness

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