Unbelievably it's seven years since I founded no more clutter. I've really enjoyed helping clients overcome their clutter problems, as well as writing my 2 books, no more clutter and Hoarder to Order.

Now it's time to do something different for a while. I'm incredibly lucky to have the chance to go to San Francisco for a year with my husband Nick. I'm planning to dedicate myself to writing when I'm out there, as well as meeting up with US professional organisers.

As a co-founder of our national association (Association of Professional Declutterers and Organisers UK) I'm incredibly excited by the growth of our industry in the UK in recent years. If you need professional help, take a look at the apdo-uk website (here) now and you'll find lots of options there, whatever your decluttering needs.

Until I'm back in the UK in spring 2010, there are tips and information, newsletters and of course my books to inspire and encourage your decluttering journey.