People often ask me what the difference is between therapy and life coaching because I sometimes call myself both. I’m a fully trained CBT therapist, and a trained transformative life coach. Depending on who you ask you will get very different answers… And that’s due to unfamiliarity with the different professions on both sides. Working
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“We don’t see what’s possible for ourselves, we see what we think is possible” – Chris Finn From my 20 year career working as a psychotherapist and also a transformative life coach, there is one thing that I see that gets in the way of people getting support time and time again… This one thing is the
The root cause of all your struggles The reason why you keep getting stuck and you keep coming across the same problems and patterns in life is because there’s something going on in your psychology that you can’t see. We might call it a blind spot… Each of us have what I call a ‘core
What your therapist doesn’t know (and really should!) Read Post »
From an overwhelmed, busy and stressed mind, to A Clear Mind When your mind clears, life doesn’t suddenly “fix” itself on the outside—your experience shifts on the inside. You feel present, unhurried and deeply okay, even while life keeps moving. Thoughts lose their heaviness, insight comes more easily, and your inner wisdom feels available in the
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Are you struggling with stress or anxiety, making life seem hard? Do you feel like your baggage is holding you back and stopping you from realising your full potential? Are you trying to achieve something but keep getting stuck? Are you overwhelmed with learning strategies to cope, when instead you can just be free from
Life Coaching – What’s it about? Read Post »
One of the reasons that I left my successful career in the NHS and as a Lecturer teaching CBT and psychology, was because I no longer believed in what I was being told to teach. I was trained to teach people that in order to have resilience and wellbeing that they needed to; In other
One of the things that I think qualifies me to help others, is that I’ve struggled more than anyone I know. In the past I’ve been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and more. I used to think I was pretty broken, that is until I fully healed. So what helped me go from
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What does a life coach do exactly? It’s a question I’m asked quite a lot. Whether it’s from a prospective new client, a friend, or at an event I’m on, I’m often asked what it is that I do exactly. And I never know what to say! That is, until now… I’ve always been
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One of the things that I hear a lot in my line of work is the following… “I know it’s my thinking but…” Someone might say to me that they want to pursue a goal or dream, and they say; “I’d really love to do this thing, and I know it’s only my thinking, but
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I want to share a process with you that I do every time I begin to feel like I want a bit of a shake up in life! I call it the blank page process. It’s something I do for myself perhaps once or maybe twice a year. If I start to feel like I’m
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We’ve been living in a time where being stressed, depressed, anxious and burnt out has been normalised to an unhealthy level. It’s become normal to be living an unfulfilled life. Prescription antidepressants are at an all-time high, despite the advances in technology and healthcare, people are living longer, but not better. The quality of life
I’ve always thought that being in balance in life is a lot light being a tightrope walker. We each have to balance out the various priorities we have in life like family, work, health, money, friends, kids, hobbies, religious commitments etc. We only have a finite amount of time, energy and attention, and it’s up
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Choosing a life coach can be surprisingly difficult. Coaching is an unregulated profession in the UK, which means qualifications, experience, approaches and standards can vary enormously. A good website or impressive social media presence does not necessarily tell you whether someone is the right person to help you. Having worked in psychology, psychotherapy and coaching
Thinking of Hiring a Life Coach? 7 Things to Consider First Read Post »
As a top Life Coach in Bournemouth, people often hire me because they want to know how to do something. Or sometimes, because they don’t quite know what to do. They might want to know how to grow their business. They might ask how to feel more fulfilled. Sometimes people want to know how to be healthier, lose weight,
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Performance is usually measured by what happens on the outside: the decisions we make, the work we produce, the goals we achieve and the results we create. But there is another side to performance that is much harder to measure. I think of these as the outer game and the inner game. The Inner Game The inner game
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Life coaching, performance coaching, mindset coaching, business coaching — there are a lot of labels, and the differences between them are not always obvious. In practice, there is considerable overlap. The title a coach uses often tells you less than their actual approach, training and the kinds of problems they help people solve. Having worked
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I WASN’T ALWAYS AN ENTREPRENEUR. I USED TO WORK IN CORPORATE BANKING. IN FACT, I WAS PRETTY GOOD AT IT… I worked my way quickly up to senior positions, managing larger and larger teams. By the time I left the corporate world I was in charge of a team of 200 offshore staff and around 30 onshore
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Here are 44 things that if I could go back in time, I would tell my younger self. They might just provoke your thinking.
44 Pieces of Advice… Read Post »
If you’re looking for a life coach to help you be the best version of yourself, I’m a retired Psychologist turned Life Coach in Bournemouth Dorset. I help you to unravel your blocks, your limitations and and remove your stress. At the end of our time together, you feel more equipped, resilient, and clear on
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As a Business Coach in Dorset, I work with mindset all the time. Working as a Business Coach in Dorset, I work a lot with people who want to get the most out of their team (and themselves). One thing I see quite a lot of is Imposter syndrome. If you haven’t heard of
WHY WOULD SOMEONE WANT LIFE COACHING IN DORSET? People hire me for two reasons: 1) There’s something they want, and they recognise it would be easier with some support, or impossible without it. 2) There’s something they are struggling with, and they want some support in overcoming it. And so how do I do those
Beliefs are simply decisions Read Post »
We all have natural skills, talents, strengths, or gifts. We just might not know what they are yet.Sometimes, if we are lucky, we know what they are from a young age. If we are really lucky, we were encouraged to nurture them and given opportunities to do so.Other times, we might not discover them until
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Therapy-informed coaching is a mix of both psychotherapy and life coaching. Most people have experienced working with a therapist or a counsellor, but here in the UK, many haven’t experienced what it’s like to work with a life coach. Therapy-informed coaching is a blend of both traditional therapy and coaching. Coaching comes from the field
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Have you ever noticed that when your mind is quiet, everything around you seems to settle into place? In that stillness you feel presence, peace, and a natural confidence that needs no boost or pep talk. Yet most of us live in a whirlwind of “what-ifs,” “should-haves,” and “if-onlys” that keep us restless, anxious, or
Subtractive Thinking: The “Less Is More” Mindset to Wellness and Success Read Post »
Mindset Business Coach Bournemouth: Transforming Lives and Businesses in Dorset Are you searching for a mindset business coach in Bournemouth who can help you unlock your potential and grow both personally and professionally? As a seasoned Life & Business Coach based in Wimborne—serving Bournemouth, Poole, and beyond—I’m here to demystify coaching, share my unique approach, and show
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WORKING AS A LIFE & BUSINESS COACH IN DORSET At the time of writing this I recently started working as a Life & Business Coach in Dorset. One thing I have quickly learnt having transitioned from therapy to Life and Business Coaching, is that a lot of people (including my old self) don’t know what
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Finding a life coach in Bournemouth who can help you navigate personal and professional challenges doesn’t have to break the bank. With the right guidance, you can unlock your potential, improve your well-being, and set yourself on the path to success. Whether you’re dealing with career uncertainties, personal growth hurdles, or simply need someone to
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Therapy vs Coaching: Which Is Right for You? If you are thinking about getting some support, one of the first questions may be whether you need therapy or coaching. The distinction is not always as clear as it sounds. Both can involve talking about how you think, the choices you make, what is getting in
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Navigating life’s challenges can be daunting, and sometimes we need a little guidance to get back on track. That’s where life coaching comes in. If you’re searching for a “life coach near me” or specifically looking for “life coaching Bournemouth”, you’re in the right place. This article will guide you through the process of finding
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Real Experiences of Coaching People come to coaching for very different reasons. Some feel stuck in their career. Others struggle with confidence, overthinking or pressure. Some know what they want to achieve but find themselves repeatedly getting in their own way. The following stories are based on real clients I have worked with and illustrate
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Finding the right Life Coach in the UK If you’re looking for a life coach in the UK it can be a bit of a minefield! Coaching is a partnership between a coach and a client aimed at unlocking a person’s potential and maximising their performance. Unlike therapy, which delves into past traumas, life coaching
