Testimonials
‘Karen has a different approach to previous counsellors I have had before. There is never any awkward silence and I look forward to the sessions every week! After every session I come away feeling like a little bit of weight has been lifted off my shoulders. Karen makes me feel very comfortable and offers an encouraging space which allows me to feel free to open up.
I genuinely feel like the sessions have led me to greater self discovery. I run my own business and off the back of the sessions I do feel I am making better business and life choices. I have faced challenges whereas I had previously not had the courage to do so and I have discussed topics I have been hiding from. This has given me greater clarity on my business/life goals.
The sessions have also helped improve my emotional wellbeing. I suffer with anxiety and thesessions have been grounding/calming for me, resulting in reduced feelings of being overwhelmed.
Also what I love about Karen is she always remembers everything we have discussed so there is never any repeating myself or feeling like I haven’t been heard or understood.’
Business Owner
‘I entered in coaching as I wanted to re-engage with my career following family bereavement. I was looking for a space to speak openly without advice or judgment. I found it useful that Karen took what I said in sessions and repeated back what she had heard, this helped me to connect with what I was thinking and feeling. This boosted my self efficacy which has helped to alter my mindset of what life satisfaction means for me.’
HR leader, school academy trust
‘I enjoyed the coaching experience. It was positive to have someone to talk to who was senior in HR and who understood the issues I was facing first hand. It was helpful to just have someone in the industry to talk to and to objectively assess how I was feeling. I have refocused/changed my perspective on what ambition looks like. I feel I’m not living to work bit working to live and I feel I have more perspective.’
Senior HR leader, Banking industry
‘I had the pleasure of working with Karen as a coach, and I can’t recommend her enough. She provided invaluable guidance in assessing where I am in my career, identifying my life priorities, and ensuring my next steps align with both my professional aspirations and family life. Her insights were thoughtful, practical, and truly tailored to my needs. Her many years in senior HR roles also affords her a 360 insight into the intricacies of career development and offers a unique approach to coaching. Thanks to her support and advice, I feel confident and ready to move into the next phase of my career with clarity and purpose. Thank you, Karen, for all your help.’
Senior Leader, Charity sector
‘Karen’s coaching was exactly what I was looking for! She has a warm and welcoming presence that made me feel comfortable from the first session. Somehow, she gently pulled me out of the sticking mud I was in and helped me see a way forward.
Karen asked me what I wanted to achieve at the beginning of each session, and by the end, I felt positive and motivated to carry out the next steps towards reaching my goal. She reflected my thoughts in a way that gave me confidence in my skills and capability to move forward, with her support along the way.
Karen’s breadth of experience in HR within the legal industry is extremely relevant and helpful. She understands the pressures and culture of a regulated environment and the personal qualities required to navigate a senior role. Discussing these themes helped me reconnect with my previous experience and consider my strengths and achievements objectively.’
Head of HR, legal industry
‘I can’t recommend Karen enough! As a coach, she’s been an incredible resource, especially when I reached out for advice on balancing work commitments with being on maternity leave. With her guidance, I felt more confident and equipped to manage both my professional responsibilities and being the mother I want to be to my child. Her insights are practical, thoughtful, and tailored to your unique situation. Karen truly knows how to help you navigate life’s challenges with clarity and calm.’
Senior lawyer, Global law firm
