Maggie's Royal Free

I look after the running of the centre and make sure my team and I are providing the best possible cancer support.

I have years of experience working as a therapeutic radiographer in teaching hospitals in London and around the UK. Before moving to Maggie's in 2021, I worked at Guy's Cancer Centre specialising in a range of treatment techniques and oncology care.

I’m here to listen.

As a qualified Counselling Psychologist, I can help if things are getting on top of you, if you're scared, worried or feeling down. 

We can talk about things in a safe and supportive space and you can see me in private, in a group or with your family.

It is completely normal for cancer to come with an array of emotions and thoughts. As a qualified Clinical Psychologist, I can help talk through, make sense and offer strategies for your individual situation.

We can talk about things in a safe and supportive space, and you can see me in private, in a group or with your family.

I give one-to-one information and support and will guide you through the parts of our support that are most appropriate to you. I also run many of our support groups, workshops, and courses. 

I’m here to listen – just come in.

My background is as a palliative care nurse 

I give one-to-one information and support and will guide you through the parts of our support that are most appropriate to you. I also run many of our support groups, workshops, and courses. 

I’m here to listen – just come in.

I can help with finding out if there is any extra money that you may be entitled to as well as helping you manage any debts that you may have.

I am able to help with other practical things like parking and travel costs and any other queries you may have.

I make sure we raise enough money to keep our doors open for people with cancer.

I look after corporate partnerships, trusts and foundations, fundraising events and much more.

If you’d like to support us here, we’d love to hear from you.

helen.muir@maggies.org

I help to raise funds and awareness of our centre by organising fundraising events in the community.

If you'd like to fundraise or volunteer for us then come and talk to me about how we can support you.

kate.oliver@maggies.org

I am a cancer exercise specialist and lead the Exercise sessions at Maggie's Royal Free, in which we use exercise for cancer rehabilitation and to help with common side effects of cancer treatments.

I have worked as nutrition advisor at Maggie’s since 2008 and co-wrote the ‘Living Well with Cancer Cookbook’.

My nutrition workshops aim to support those affected by cancer, including those in a caring role. You will learn how food has an impact on the biochemistry of the body and how this has a direct effect on the functioning of our cells, and in turn, our overall health and vitality.

My background is as a yoga teacher with over 20 years’ experience specialising in supporting people with cancer and women’s health.

My yoga sessions are slow mindful classes which focus on the needs of people going through cancer treatment and beyond. You will learn practises to improve mobility and build strength as well as breathing and relaxation techniques to restore energy and manage stress.

I am an acupuncturist with over 30 years' experience as a Taiji (Tai chi) and Qigong instructor.

My Qigong (pronounced 'chee gung') sessions involve gentle exercise and stretches that combine breath with movement. Through regular practice, benefits of Qigong include improved balance and energy levels, greater concentration, a greater sense of calm and awareness of your dantian (centre) and internal strength. No experience is required to join these sessions.