Reviews

Supporting individuals to thrive so they can bring their best to work and life is what makes my life so fulfilling. You can find here what clients have had to say about the experience of working with me.

Individuals

Individuals come to me for coaching support and nutritional therapy services, usually for a period of at least 4 months. Working together we explore practical and personalised ways for them to achieve the goals they desire in a way that’s sustainable for the long term.

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1-2-1 Coaching – “I have thoroughly enjoyed the coaching sessions – what a positive impact you are having on my work, life and personal well-being. The sessions are really productive and thought-provoking and make me feel motivated to improve and venture outside of my comfort zone. Your approach is always one which is subtle but impactful, thus striking the perfect balance.” – Customer Services Professional

Positive impact on my life

“I’ve always struggled with self-belief and confidence levels, and Deb came into my working life when I was at a low point and was struggling to see the wood for the trees. She has such a kind and caring nature, and really helped me to break down everything into manageable chunks of quick fixes that immediately helped; and then over a long term the more deep rooted causes of some of these feelings and why they are there. I’m still very much working through this, but every session I have with Deb is a step forward. I’ve had 20 years of my working life feeling like this at times, and I can honestly say that it’s only through the work with Deb that I’m starting to fix it and not just plaster over it or try and forget about it.” – Senior Communications Manager

Struggled with Self-Belief and Confidence

1-2-1 Coaching – “Before my coaching sessions with Deb I was struggling to understand how to use my strengths to support my work and career development. From our very first session together, I started to feel differently about my strengths and what I bring to the work table – I had a real lightbulb moment which I’ll remember forever! Deb takes a logical, practical approach, there’s no fluffiness to her coaching style and she gently challenges your thinking. I’m a visual person so we talked about the role of visual prompts to help me remember my key learnings. With Deb’s support, I’m heading off on maternity feeling full of confidence – ready to take on a new baby, and to return to work next year on a great trajectory.” – Communications Manager

Deb takes a logical, practical approach

Strengthscope Review – “I really valued my discussion about my career journey and what my strengths and weaknesses are and how to turn them into positives. I can’t recommend Deborah enough, she was approachable, friendly and very patient. I wish I had spoken to her earlier in life as she made it clear where my characteristics could be used to my advantage.” – Quality Manager

Approachable, friendly and patient

1-2-1 Coaching – “The magic happens when you meet people who have a significant impact on you such that it awakens a part of you that you didn’t know existed or helps you change course at a critical point in your life. Deb, in particular, was this for me. It’s probably her selfless attitude towards genuinely seeing people thrive that is the key factor and when you meet her you’ll know exactly what I mean.” – Communications Director

Helps you change course

1-2-1 Coaching – “Her intuitive coaching and leadership has allowed me to develop skills that have supported me in having a very successful and nourishing career. During times of challenge professionally she’s provided guidance, support and nurtured me through. Never solving the problem for me, Deb simply helped me find my way through for myself. Her focus on personal reflection too ensures no experience is lost, there’s something to be learned from everything, she helps you find the good in whatever you’ve gone through.” – Programme Manager

There’s something to be learned from everything

1-2-1 Coaching – “I took the opportunity of working with Deborah last year as a resilience coach . At the time of starting our coaching journey I felt drained and disillusioned with both life and work . The coaching helped me to put my challenges into perspective and think about my life holistically, whilst starting to work on how to get better balance and still achieve all my goals. Nearly a year later – I am happy, in a very different place, and living a more balanced life – whilst succeeding in my biggest role to date. Thank you.” – Programme Director

A more balanced life whilst succeeding

Nutritional Therapy – “What a valuable & much needed service. Deborah takes the time to get to know you & your lifestyle. She is incredibly knowledgeable about the nutrition side but also on much wider ways to improve wellbeing.” – Entrepreneur & Business Owner

Valuable and much needed service

1-2-1 Coaching – “My new year’s resolution was to bring my busy and overwhelming life back to order. With Deborah’s guidance I’m taking more control, say yes to less and being more selective with my time. I’m enjoying more time with my gorgeous family and having more “me time”. I’m feeling reconnected, mindful, energised and inspired and that feels amazing!” – Busy Working Mum & Manager

Taking more control

1-2-1 Coaching – “I was dealing with a difficult work situation that I’d never experienced before and it was impacting me both at work and at home. I was feeling really isolated and struggling to cope. Having sessions with Deb was the best thing I could have done. She helped me to break the problems down and create specific action plans to help me tackle different things as they came up, as well as being a support to just talk things through with. I’ve had been having sessions for a couple of months and I genuinely don’t think I could have got through this without Deb. Her support and guidance has been incredible.” – Communications Manager

The best thing I could have done

Organisations

I support organisational teams by delivering presentations, workshops and 1-2-1 coaching, helping people to thrive in order that they can excel in the workplace without sacrificing their health and personal life to do so.

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1-2-1 Coaching – “I cannot thank you enough for the coaching and guidance you have given me over the last few months. It has helped me think differently and approach things in a manner I wouldn’t have thought of before. The practical tips and techniques you have given me are helping me immensely It’s been an absolute pleasure being coached by you.” – Senior Communications Manager, Financial Services

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1-2-1 Coaching – “I was dealing with a difficult work situation that I’d never experienced before and it was impacting me both at work and at home. I was feeling really isolated and struggling to cope. Having sessions with Deb was the best thing I could have done. She helped me to break the problems down and create specific action plans to help me tackle different things as they came up, as well as being a support to just talk things through with. I’ve had been having sessions for a couple of months and I genuinely don’t think I could have got through this without Deb. Her support and guidance has been incredible.” – Communications Manager

The best thing I could have done

Resilience Presentation – comments included “Really beneficial. I have had struggles with stress and anxiety for many years. It’s been great to understand stress on a more scientific level and tactics to combat it.”, “The session was so interesting, understanding why we react the way we do – and also understanding how and why others react the way they do. Simple techniques that everyone can implement.”, and “Fascinating to understand the biology behind stress and the practical tips were really do-able. Great presentation, thank you.” – Senior Managers, Financial Services

The practical tips were really doable

Team Strengthscope Workshop & Coaching – “As part of my Programme Director role at Close Brothers leading a critical and large-scale strategic programme, I engaged Deborah to work with my new programme team to help accelerate the formation of relationships. Deborah delivered Strengthscope assessments, a half-day workshop and 1-2-1 coaching sessions for the entire team. This has really helped my team bond and understand each other in way that sets us up for success. Thank you for helping with the foundations of a great team.” – Programme Director

The foundations of a great team

1-2-1 Coaching – “I started working with Deborah when I was at a crossroads career-wise, work-life balance was overwhelmingly in favour of work and I needed a plan! Deborah was recommended by someone I trust, her background had many similarities to mine, and when we met she was calm, objective and we clicked.

All of my objectives were achieved, and even more, above and beyond that I dared dream of. I would go as far to say my experience has been life-changing. I feel so much better health, sleep and confidence-wise, I understand my psychological and physiological behaviour more, and I know when to have a word with myself and manage my thought processes much better!” – People and Operations Leader

My experience has been life-changing

Group Coaching – “Your support and guidance has been amazing during 2020. We’ve been on such a rollercoaster together and I wouldn’t have wanted anyone else to have held our hands as we gripped on tight. Nothing could prepare us for what we’ve all had to navigate but I know now, that if and when another lockdown comes, I’ve got all the tools and importantly the support, to navigate it. Our sessions very much gave a sense of comfort and support. The camaraderie with my peers has been invaluable and will continue beyond our sessions. You helped make a virtual connection very real and we’ve all felt the benefit of that.” – Project Manager

Your support and guidance has been amazing

Strengthscope Review – “I really valued my discussion about my career journey and what my strengths and weaknesses are and how to turn them into positives. I can’t recommend Deborah enough, she was approachable, friendly and very patient. I wish I had spoken to her earlier in life as she made it clear where my characteristics could be used to my advantage.” – Quality Manager

Approachable, friendly and patient

1-2-1 Coaching – “I have been working with Deb to improve my wellbeing whilst maintaining a demanding career which often feels all-consuming. I’ve found that I’ve not only been able to get more from my life outside of work but I’ve also been able to perform optimally whilst at work as I’ve been starting from a more positive, happier, clear-headed and energised me.” – Programme Manager