About Stacey O
Hello! I’m Stacey O’Gorman, a Certified Somatic Coach and Culinary Artist.
As a somatic coach, I guide individuals to connect with their inner wisdom, release emotional blocks, and step into their authentic power. Through somatic practices—focused on the body (from the Greek word soma)—including talk therapy, breathwork, meditation, sound, and movement, I help them access the innate wisdom within.
As a culinary artist I wear many hats including cookbook author, food stylist, chef, and recipe developer. With a background that bridges the vibrant London food scene and the field of women’s well-being, I bring a unique and versatile skill set to every project and client. I am passionate about collaboration, celebrating deliciousness, cultivating pleasure, and empowering others to thrive—both in the kitchen, the therapy room and beyond!
As a somatic coach, I guide individuals to connect with their inner wisdom, release emotional blocks, and step into their authentic power. Through somatic practices—focused on the body (from the Greek word soma)—including talk therapy, breathwork, meditation, sound, and movement, I help them access the innate wisdom within.
As a culinary artist I wear many hats including cookbook author, food stylist, chef, and recipe developer. With a background that bridges the vibrant London food scene and the field of women’s well-being, I bring a unique and versatile skill set to every project and client. I am passionate about collaboration, celebrating deliciousness, cultivating pleasure, and empowering others to thrive—both in the kitchen, the therapy room and beyond!
Work with me Somatic Coaching ︎︎︎ Culinary Arts︎︎︎
My Story
Growing up in New Zealand, I was deeply inspired by Aotearoa's stunning landscapes and my family’s unwavering passion for food. The crisp, lush environment shaped my appreciation for fresh, wholesome ingredients, which continues to influence my work today.
I attended a conservative all-girls high school where discussions about self-pleasure were taboo, and any mention of intimacy was met with awkwardness in my Catholic family (bless them). This lack of open dialogue left me feeling disconnected from my body and my pleasure, and I struggled with deep shame and embarrassment around my sexuality.
Despite these challenges, I pursued my passion for food, earning a first-class diploma in Culinary Arts from Auckland University of Technology (AUT).
My culinary journey led me to London in 2012, where I co-founded Meringue Girls, an innovative baking brand that quickly gained acclaim.
Our work attracted private orders from the likes of Dior and Chanel, we opened our very own bakery in East London and I co-authored and styled two well-received cookbooks with photography by David Loftus (of Jamie Oliver).
The success of Meringue Girls was exhilarating, but the work-hard, play-hard lifestyle took a toll on my well-being and marriage. I faced severe anxiety, debilitating exhaustion, and hormonal imbalances, and my personal life began to crumble.
At 25 (still having never experienced the mythical orgasm), my mental, physical and emotional health reached breaking point - so I sought help from therapists and coaches, sold my shares in the business, and dedicated myself to healing.
I traveled the world, ended my marriage, and immersed myself in practices like yoga, mindfulness meditation, somatics, and holistic sexuality. This transformative journey healed my hormal health, gave me so much more confidence in my self and allowed me to experience more pleasure than I ever thought possible.
The success of Meringue Girls was exhilarating, but the work-hard, play-hard lifestyle took a toll on my well-being and marriage. I faced severe anxiety, debilitating exhaustion, and hormonal imbalances, and my personal life began to crumble.
At 25 (still having never experienced the mythical orgasm), my mental, physical and emotional health reached breaking point - so I sought help from therapists and coaches, sold my shares in the business, and dedicated myself to healing.
I traveled the world, ended my marriage, and immersed myself in practices like yoga, mindfulness meditation, somatics, and holistic sexuality. This transformative journey healed my hormal health, gave me so much more confidence in my self and allowed me to experience more pleasure than I ever thought possible.
For the past 12 years, I’ve worked as a freelance food stylist and recipe writer for top publications and brands including Ralph Lauren, Vogue Italia, Wallpaper Magazine, and The Guardian to name a few. In addition, I've spent the last 7 years studying various women’s well-being practices and modalities, and the last 2 years becoming a VITA certified somatic coach.
Today, I split my time between creative food projects and one-on-one somatic coaching for women, combining my culinary expertise with my passion for personal development. My unique background in the fast-paced London food scene and personal well-being allows me to bring a versatile set of skills to any project. I’m passionate about collaboration, creativity, and helping others thrive – both in the kitchen and beyond.
Today, I split my time between creative food projects and one-on-one somatic coaching for women, combining my culinary expertise with my passion for personal development. My unique background in the fast-paced London food scene and personal well-being allows me to bring a versatile set of skills to any project. I’m passionate about collaboration, creativity, and helping others thrive – both in the kitchen and beyond.
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Credentials:
- VITA Sex, Love & Relationship Coaching Certification at The Tantric Institute of Integrated Sexuality with Layla Martin
- Diploma in Culinary Arts at Auckland University of Technology
- Yoga Teacher Training at Akanda Yoga, Rishikesh, India
- Co-founder / part-owner of multiple successful businesses/projects with a collective social following of 200K (Stacey O Somatic Coaching, Meringue Girls, Finger Food Podcast)
- Facilitated hundreds of women 1:1, in group coaching and in workshop settings
- Featured on multiple podcasts and interviews around women’s wellbeing
