Coaching

I am a qualified and accredited coach, with a background in education, leadership, quality improvement and the third sector. I offer a range of 1:1 and group coaching services to both individuals and organisations. Read on below to find out more or if you would like to have a chat just click this button.

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Who do I work with?

I work mainly with leaders and professionals in education, the third sector and other purpose-led settings.

Many of my clients spend their days supporting and developing others, as teachers, school leaders, or professionals in charities and the public sector. You may recognise some of that in your own work. Coaching gives you space to think about what you need, what matters now, and where you want to go next.

You might come to coaching at a point of change or transition: stepping into leadership, taking on more responsibility, exploring a new direction in your career, preparing for or returning from parental leave, or wanting to find a way of working and living that feels more sustainable.

I also work with organisations that want to support their staff and leaders in a thoughtful, human way, particularly around leadership, wellbeing, career transitions and parental leave.

If you would like to talk through what you are looking for and explore whether coaching with me feels like the right fit, you can arrange a free 30-minute chat here.

How do I work?

Coaching with me gives you space to pause, think clearly and make sense of what is happening for you.

You might come to coaching with a specific question, a decision to make, a change you want to explore, or a sense that something is no longer working in the way you want it to. We do not need to have the answer at the start. Part of the work is creating enough space to understand what matters, what is getting in the way, and what choices are available to you.

My role is to listen carefully, ask thoughtful questions and gently challenge where that feels useful. I bring structure when it helps, but the agenda is yours. Coaching is not about me telling you what to do. It is a confidential, reflective space where you can think honestly, reconnect with your own judgement and move forward in a way that feels right for you.

I usually work with clients over a series of sessions so there is time to explore things properly and notice what is shifting. Some clients use coaching to work through a particular transition or decision. Others use it as a regular space to step out of the busyness of life and work, reflect, and make more conscious choices.

My coaching is grounded in curiosity, compassion, integrity and respect. I believe you are the expert on yourself and your context. My work is to support you to hear yourself more clearly, build awareness, and take the next step in a way that feels authentic and aligned with your values.

What do my clients say?

Working with Helen over the last four months has been an incredibly productive and enlightening experience. As someone who had never undertaken any professional coaching before I wondered what value I would get from it, however I'm since delighted I embraced the opportunity. Helen is extremely talented in what she does, creating a safe, non-judgemental space to work through any challenges or questions you’re facing in your professional or personal life. Her approach is incredibly intuitive, guiding you through a process of self-discovery by actively listening and then introducing a range of reflective tools and lines of questioning that really help you think differently about the internal and external challenges you may be facing. Due to working with Helen I now have much greater clarity and optimism, both around my current circumstances and future plans, and can’t thank her enough for her support. I would highly recommend her to anyone else looking for similar guidance in working out where they want to go, how they’re going to get there and what may be holding them back – it will definitely be worth your while.

Where and how much?

Coaching works incredibly well online. You can be in your own, private safe space without the need need to travel anywhere. I offer coaching over MS Teams and by phone. If you are in Greater Manchester and would prefer a face to face session then get in touch to arrange a chat.

Packages for individuals start at £595. Packages for organisations start at £1800. Get in touch to discuss charity and public sector discounts.

What Next?

Book a discovery call

I believe coaching is most powerful when there's authentic, strong connection between coach and client. I offer a free 30 minute call so we can have a chat and get to know each other a little. You can ask me any questions you may have and tell me what you're looking for. At the end of the call, you'll have the time and space to consider whether you want to work with me.