‘Helen is an exceptional coach; she has been fabulous to work with. Her warmth, care and support has given me more clarity in fulfilling my needs. Helen has helped me face a lot of issues that were holding me back in setting up my Counselling Private Practice and organisation within the home. Helen has given me a safe space to be heard, supported and understood. Helen through out our sessions has gently challenged my way of thinking and allowed me to understand myself and understand what holds me back. From Helen’s guidance I feel I have come a long way this year, she has helped me to gain more confidence and focus going forwards. I’m forever grateful Thank you so much’  (Holly Jordan, Counsellor)

‘When I started the coaching sessions with Helen I didn’t even recognise myself. I had been in a downward spiral for some time and had no idea how to lift myself out of the hole I was in. Helen listened to my story and gently probed what my future goals were and how I might get there. She assisted me in thinking about ways I could help myself by asking about things that I do that bring me pleasure like cycling and writing. This helped me concentrate more on the here and now rather than dwelling on the past.  She helped me think about what could further my progress towards my goals which were both realistic and achievable. I felt very safe sharing my thoughts and feelings in our sessions due to Helen’s excellent professional manner and positive but challenging responses. The sessions made me realise that I can help myself and my self-confidence in my ability to do this has increased. I feel empowered and positive about the things I can change and far less negative about those that I have no control over. The overall impact has been that I can now set myself obtainable goals and have better motivation to achieve them even when they are challenging. I feel positive about the future and my ability to take responsibility for moving forward’. (Jo A, Retired Headteacher)

‘Helen has impacted my way of thinking when dealing with work related problems, to see things from a different perspective. She has given me the confidence and reassurance to see myself as a professional in my role  (Laura G, Charity Play Worker)

‘I have created a trusting relationship with Helen, Helen listens and guides at the correct level.  I have learnt so much about myself since starting the sessions with Helen. Helen has given me different tools and approaches which has helped tremendously. Helen is patient and understanding, even repeating several times of tools that have already been learnt and I have forgotten’.  (Vicki N, Forever Colours Children’s Hospice)

‘Helen is able to put you instantly at ease and gives you time to reflect and think things through. She is completely non-judgemental and supportive I have nothing but praise for her professionalism and empathy – impartial and patient’ (Caroline, Retired Teacher)