Creating calm through lifes changing seasons
Is your home a place of rest or a source of stress?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the stuff in your home?
Maybe you’re simply tired of the daily mess and decision fatigue?
When your home stops feeling like a place to rest, and starts feeling like another source of stress, it can be hard to know where to begin. You don’t have to do it alone.
I can help by gently guiding you through these feelings and restoring calm and peace back into your home.
So whether you're decluttering one room, downsizing decades of memories, preparing for a move or sorting through a loved one's estate, we'll work together at a pace that feels right for you.
No judgement - no pressure - just empathy, practical support, thoughtful organisation and compassionate guidance to help you move forward with confidence.
Hi I'm Andrea
I created Empatia Home Edit because it combines two of my core values.
Everyone deserves to be treated with empathy and kindness (hence the name - em-pah-TEE-ah = empathy in Spanish), and our homes should be our safe space. A place where we retreat after a hard day, to reset and calm our mind and body, where we share special moments with the ones we love, and we're free to express our individuality.
When our homes get cluttered and disorganised it can create overwhelm, isolation, add to our mental fatigue and in some cases become a heath risk. That is where I can help. I love spaces that feel peaceful, welcoming and easy to live in, and I've always had a knack for creating them.
For as long as I can remember, I've been the organiser in my family. Apparently, it's just who I am! Somewhere along the way I earned the nickname, "Packing Queen", because I could somehow fit everything into a car, trailer or moving truck like a giant game of Tetris. If there was a family holiday to plan, a celebration to organise, a house to pack, or a move to coordinate, I was usually the one getting it done.
What I didn't realise then was that these weren't just useful skills - they were the beginning of something much bigger. My passion for helping people and their homes.
"The hardest part of decluttering isn't letting go of stuff... it's letting go of the reasons you kept it."
How I can help
We all need a little help sometimes. Our homes and our belongings can become burdens, connected to memories, grief, unfulfilled dreams and unfinished projects, leaving us feeling overwhelm, with decision fatigue, guilt, shame and not knowing how or where to begin to make room for the life we want.
Our homes are about so much more than the things inside them, they are about how they make us feel.
My background in counselling, mental health support and running small businesses has given me a natural ability to listen, understand and gently help people work through what's feeling difficult. I bring those skills into my organising work in a practical, down-to-earth way, to work alongside you and help you find a way forward that feels right for you.
I support individuals and families who are feeling overwhelmed by clutter, disorganisation, or the emotional weight that can build up around the home.
I understand that organising is rarely just about “stuff.” Often there are life changes, stress, decision fatigue, grief, overwhelm, or simply years of accumulated belongings underneath it all. My work combines practical organising support with a gentle, person-centred approach that helps clients feel supported - not judged.
Gentle “Difference” Section
This isn’t about perfectly styled homes.
It’s about creating spaces that support your daily life, reduce stress, and feel easier to manage.
I work in a calm, respectful, and supportive way, understanding that letting go of belongings or facing overwhelming spaces can sometimes feel emotional and exhausting.
You set the pace. We work together to create practical change without shame or pressure.
Whether we work together online or in your home, my goal is to help you create spaces that feel more manageable, peaceful, and aligned with the life you want to live,
Declutter & Organise
When life feels overwhelming, it's often reflected in our homes. Together we'll gently reduce the overwhelm, create practical systems, and transform your space into one that feels calm, functional and easier to maintain.
Whether it’s one drawer or an entire room, I offer gentle, support to help you let go of what no longer serves you.
Moving
house
Moving is one of life's biggest transitions, with so many moving parts.
From decluttering before you pack so you're only taking what you truly want, to lovingly packing and unpacking your belongings and creating organised systems in your new home. I can make the process feel less stressful and far more manageable, allowing you to move with confidence.
Estate
clearing
Losing someone you love is the hardest thing to deal with, add to that having to sort through their belongings and it can feel almost impossible.
I offer gente, supporting and respectful help to sort through your loved ones treasures, respecting their story, their wishes and your needs for what is next.
Preparing to downsize
While moving to a smaller home or simplifying your lifestyle can bring a wonderful sense of freedom and opportunity, the process of deciding what to keep and what to let go of can also feel emotional, overwhelming, and at times, exhausting.
If you're finding it difficult, you're not alone. I offer thoughtful support as you prepare for your next chapter.
Presale preparation
With a list of a thousand things to do before selling your home, this is one you can tick off with my help.
A well-presented home allows buyers to imagine themselves living there.
Together we'll reduce visual clutter, highlight your home's best features and use your existing belongings to beautifully style your home in preparation for photography and open days.
Virtual organising
Virtual sessions provide all the same practical guidance, accountability, planning, and step-by-step support but through video calls and customised action plans, all from the comfort of your own home.
If you prefer privacy, live remotely, want flexible support or just need help getting started, then this could be a perfect solution for you.
