The Origin
Self Foundation Lab was born from a deep understanding that most people today are dysregulated, mentally overloaded, successful externally but fragmented internally. Traditional approaches often only address one layer — the mind, or the body, or the spirit — in isolation.
Through years of training and practice in NLP, Reiki, and Pranic Healing (Certificate Level 4), combined with deep study of the nervous system and human behaviour, a different approach emerged. One that works at every level simultaneously.
The “Lab” in our name is intentional. This is a space for intelligent exploration, experimentation, and evolution. It is practical, not fluffy. It is structured, not vague. It produces real, measurable shifts in how people think, feel, respond, and lead their lives.
Inspired by a Life of Service
Self Foundation Lab is also created in loving memory of my father, Dr Pietro Ligato, whose life and work continue to inspire its purpose.
As a doctor, he dedicated his life to helping others and supported thousands of people throughout his career. His example taught me that meaningful work is not simply about what we achieve, but about how we use our knowledge, experience and humanity to make a difference in someone else’s life.
Although Self Foundation Lab follows a different path, it carries forward the same spirit of service: meeting people where they are, seeing the whole person and helping them move towards greater wellbeing, strength and possibility.
This work is my way of honouring his life, his values and the legacy of care he left behind.
Pro Bono Support in His Memory
In honour of my father’s life of service, I reserve a limited number of pro bono sessions for people experiencing genuine financial hardship who may otherwise be unable to access support.
Availability is limited and offered following a confidential review of individual circumstances. To express your interest, please get in contact from the contact page with the subject line “Pro Bono Support”. I will then send you a short application form to complete.
His generosity, great heart and natural leadership continue to inspire me every day. He carried both light and strength, and his lifelong commitment to helping others remains at the heart of Self Foundation Lab.
What We Believe
01 Transformation is Identity-Level
Surface changes don’t last. We work at the level of identity — who you believe you are, how your system is wired, and what patterns run beneath your awareness.
02 The Body Holds the Truth
Your nervous system stores everything. Until you address what lives in the body, no amount of mindset work will create lasting change.
03 Structure Meets Intuition
We combine evidence-based methodology (NLP, nervous system science) with energetic and intuitive practices (Reiki, Pranic Healing). Both are necessary.
04 Recalibration, Not Fixing
You are not broken. You are dysregulated. The work is not about fixing you — it’s about bringing you back to your natural state of alignment and power.
A Different Way of Working
Self Foundation Lab exists in a unique space that bridges multiple disciplines into one coherent methodology:
- Professional Coaching & Leadership Development
- NLP & Behavioural Change
- Nervous System Science
- Energy & Healing Practices
- Emotional Intelligence
- Personal Reinvention
Why This Approach Creates Lasting Change
Most personal development works on one level at a time.
We work across four:
• Mind – beliefs and thinking
• Nervous System – safety and regulation
• Emotions – processing and resilience
• Energy – restoring balance
When these systems begin working together, change becomes easier to sustain because it is no longer driven by willpower alone.
Expertise Behind the Method
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NLP & Behavioural Change : Certified NLP Practitioner, supporting changes in limiting beliefs, communication patterns, confidence and behaviour.
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DISC Behavioural Profiling : DISC-accredited, helping individuals, leaders and teams understand communication styles, behavioural strengths and how to work more effectively with others.
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Coaching & Personal Developmen : A structured coaching approach focused on clarity, confidence, resilience, decision-making and sustainable change in both personal and professional life.
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Corporate & Commercial Experience: Years of experience working in high-pressure corporate environments across sales, leadership and business development. This brings a practical understanding of targets, responsibility, workplace pressure, communication and performance.
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Reiki: Trained in energy-based practices that support relaxation, emotional balance and overall wellbeing.
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Pranic Healing: Advanced training in Pranic Healing, supporting energetic balance and emotional wellbeing through structured energy practices.