Profile
Bio
Nicola Hunt is a Brain Health Coach, Educator, and Consultant who helps individuals and teams unlock better performance by improving brain health. With advanced training in neuroscience, brain health, positive intelligence, and executive coaching (ILM Level 7), Nicola works with organisations to boost productivity, decision-making, emotional regulation, and resilience—by teaching people how to look after the brain.
With more than two decades of experience in brain injury and recovery as a Chartered Physiotherapist, Nicola founded Physiocare Rehab Ltd and its sister company Optimum Results, which focus on brain health and performance. She is also the UK Educational Lead for Your Brain Health , a global organisation.
Nicola brings extensive leadership experience, having worked in the NHS for 25 years. She served as Professional Lead for Therapy Services, managed large multidisciplinary teams, held an Allied Health Professions lead role on the Executive Board, and worked in a clinical lead post with the CCG.
A sought-after speaker and trainer, Nicola has spoken on many stages, podcasts, and webinars. She is also co-author of Adjusting to Brain Injury, a book that raises funds for brain injury survivors. Known for her ability to make neuroscience practical and accessible, Nicola empowers employees to build healthier, more resilient minds for work and life.
Workplace Impact
Nicola helps organisations to:
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Improve decision-making, resilience, and focus through brain health education
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Reduce stress, absenteeism, and presenteeism with neuroscience-backed tools
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Build effective wellbeing strategies aligned with business goals
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Equip leaders and teams with practical skills to manage pressure and enhance performance
Services
Wellbeing Talks & Workshops
Practical, engaging sessions tailored to your organisation’s needs, designed to give employees actionable tools they can use immediately. Popular topics include:
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Brain Health Essentials – how to keep your brain sharp and resilient
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The Science of Sleep – strategies to recharge and perform at your best
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Movement for the Mind – simple exercises to keep your brain healthy
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Stress & Resilience – managing pressure through neuroscience and positive psychology
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Your Sensory Profile – how your environment impacts focus and mood
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Communication Skills – building stronger, more productive workplace relationships
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Impostor Syndrome – understanding and silencing your inner critic
All workshops include supporting workbooks and can be delivered online or in person.
Wellbeing Strategy Support
Nicola works with organisations to:
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Assess current workplace wellbeing needs
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Identify gaps and opportunities for improvement
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Design tailored strategies aligned with business goals
This ensures your wellbeing investment delivers measurable results in engagement, absenteeism, and performance.
Pricing & Packages Information
Package 1
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One-off workshop for up to 25 employees
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Includes recording (if online) and digital workbooks
Package 2
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Pre- and post-audit
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4 workshops for up to 25 employees
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Includes recording (if online) and digital workbooks
Package 3
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Pre- and post-audit
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8 workshops for up to 25 employees
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Includes recording (if online) and digital workbooks
Leadership Add-On – (available with Package 3)
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2-week personalised stress and recovery assessment using medical-grade wearable tech
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Real-time app for self-evaluation
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In-depth report with additional data not seen in the app
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One-to-one feedback session and personalised resilience plan
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Continued use of the wearable tech for 2 months to measure impact
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Option to extend subscription to the app for ongoing tracking
Qualifications & Accreditations
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Graduate Diploma in Physiotherapy
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7303 Further and Adult Education Teachers Certificate
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NVQ Assessor’s Award
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MSc Module: Teaching and Learning in Health and Social Care
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ILM 7 Diploma in Professional Coaching and Mentoring
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Concussion Management Practitioner
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Brain Health Coaching Diploma
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Positive Intelligence Coaching Certificate