
About me, my experience and qualifications...
I am a coach, counsellor, and facilitator, offering both face-to-face and online services to individuals, groups, and teams.
As a registered counsellor, my experience spans supporting individuals dealing with addiction, grief and loss, change, trauma, anxiety, stress (both personal and work-related), and burnout. I have extensive academic and practical experience in implementing Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) and workplace wellness initiatives.
My passion for organisational culture and its impact on individuals led me to take on Human Resources leadership roles within the petroleum and retail sectors. During these years, I developed deep expertise in organisational culture interventions, leadership facilitation, team effectiveness workshops (including conflict management), change management, performance management, employee communication strategies, talent management, and employee relations.
A quote by Sophie Bush that I came across during my time in the corporate world still resonates with me: "You are allowed to be a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time." This mindset reminds us that we all have unique strengths and abilities that remain intact while we continue to grow and develop. When we are supported in recognising this, we thrive without the need for unnecessary "armour", where the need to protect oneself becomes overriding. I have seen so many opportunities where, if individuals received the appropriate level of skilled coaching, they would be enabled to thrive, instead of simply "sitting with feedback" (or the lack thereof ) without the required tools. This is where my passion lies and where I can make a difference. Coaching can be accessible and affordable, and can make such a difference to individuals.
My interest in neuroscience and the power of a growth mindset led me to pursue further studies and earn a coaching qualification. This expanded my skill set and allowed me to start my independent practice as both a registered counsellor and certified coach.
Drawing on my diverse experience, I combine counselling, coaching, and organisational culture expertise to offer practical and affordable services that empower individuals, teams, and groups to thrive.
In addition to my counselling and coaching work, I am an Insights Discovery Associate Facilitator. I also provide independent team facilitation and workshops for companies and schools.
Two specific workshops I offer, which can have a profound impact, are:
Constructive Conversations in Conflict – Reframing and Navigating Difficult Conversations
Emotional Intelligence - Connecting with Self, Connecting with Others
These workshops are available both online and in-person, and can be tailored to meet the needs of your environment and audience. Drawing on the latest research and neuroscience, these sessions are practical, insightful, and immediately applicable to real-life situations.
As a public speaker and guest lecturer, I present and educate on topics including sexual harassment, substance abuse, stress, burnout, and leadership. I believe that when individuals are equipped with knowledge, they are empowered to find new ways of addressing challenges that once seemed insurmountable.
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." – Nelson Mandela