No! You can draw and talk, sit and talk, lie down and talk. I’m not joking! Some teens put me on audio and lie down to chat. Wherever you feel comfortable and have privacy. We don’t want to feel like we’re being overheard or somebody is listening at the door! If we’re not totally relaxed then it won’t work that well. 

Teen Coaching is for age 12 +

I work with adults too. You can see all my offerings here.

I help teens:

• who have social anxiety and depression.
• who have low self-esteem and negative body image.
• who doubt themselves and struggle to make decisions.
• deal with performance related anxiety (public speaking, exams etc.)
• prepare for big life changes such as moving house, starting a new school, university or job.
• to deal with challenging relationships, heartbreak and bullying.
• who have divorced parents and have been through a toxic family break up.
• who feel confused, lost and lonely (like somehow they are different to their peers and can’t fit in).

I do not work with teens who:

• are experiencing panic attacks
• have eating disorders
• are self-harming

No, but you could check out the Discovery Day and see if that feels like a better fit. 

Every teen is different and has different preferences, desires, wants and needs. I work on a bespoke basis with each teen, and for a minimum of 3 months. I like to be transparent about how I work so you know exactly what to expect. 

Parents often want results for teen. This puts pressure on the teen to ‘get better’ or change. It helps if the process has time and space to unfold naturally. There is no magic wand or quick fix. I don’t have any tick boxes or labels. Long-lasting change takes time and will also bring up some tricky feelings for both of you (fear, sadness, anger, worry etc.) I am here to guide you through.

The teen is meeting a strange adult and before there can be progress, there must be emotional safety (trust). I don’t force this. I allow the teen to be where they are and I take their lead. My priority is always to build trust and create rapport, before any ‘work‘ can begin. This sometimes looks like playful conversations or light-hearted fun, as opposed to directly addressing adult issues. Sometimes we don’t even talk about the ‘problem‘ but that doesn’t matter. It’s so important to get this solid foundation in place. This can take between 3-6 sessions, and sometimes longer depending on the teen.

Everything you need to know about private coaching is here on the website. Please take the time to explore and understand the services I offer.

I don’t have a receptionist like other caring professionals, but like them, my busy schedule is prioritised by my existing client caseload. My experience of quick chats after 10 years in this business, is that they inevitably turn into coaching calls. Part of the coaching process is to give adequate time and attention to your personal and private situation in a safe and professional environment. People are often overwhelmed, emotional and confused when they make that initial call asking for help. It takes courage to reach out sometimes, but it is the right thing to do. If you need my help, please book a Start Up Session.

If you have read the information on the website and you still have questions about the coaching process, you can email. I respectfully ask that you do not email me personal questions that relate to your current situation. I am very sorry but I cannot respond unless you are a client.

No, not if you’re an existing client. You can go right ahead and book your package.

If you’re a newbie, it’s important to understand that the success of coaching is largely due to the rapport between Coach and client. It’s essential the chemistry feels right.

A Start Up Session is to give you and your teen the time and attention you deserve. This is an important part of the coaching process. Often we’ve been challenged by something for a long time before we seek help. It can feel overwhelming and also a relief to have somebody listen and understand. It’s a chance for us to work out what you need, and you’ll also experience the positivity and power of coaching firsthand.

During your session, we will talk more in-depth about your family’s history, what isn’t working, what you’ve already tried, what has worked so far, your objective for coaching. I will also explain more about how coaching works, what you can expect from me and answer your questions.

During your teen’s session, I will keep it very light-hearted and ask your teen questions about their life – their friends, their studies, their likes and dislikes. My goal is to put them at ease. If they want to get straight to the heart of the matter, they can. However, many teens are anxious and I prefer to go at their pace.

At the end of the Start Up Session, you will have clarity about where you can affect change, you will feel confident and reassured about the way forward and you will have some practical suggestions to support your teen with their challenge or struggle. You can then decide if you want to work with me.

We can talk about the best way to approach it. I’ll make sure the video message I send to your teen (as part of the Start Up) is in agreement with what we’ve discussed.

I have a limited number of slots per week. My core hours are 10am – 7pm Mon-Wed. I do not work weekends. When you click to book and pay for your coaching, you will be able to see the availability in my online diary and be asked to sign my terms of business.

Book a Start Up Session and let’s work out what you need.