I am a coaching and work psychologist helping leaders, professionals, couples and parents tackle stress, navigate change and perform at their best. I draw on mindfulness and systems thinking to create impact and insight.
I obtained my training as a coaching and occupational psychologist from Melbourne and London, the latter where I lived and worked for over 15 years. Since 2023 I have been based in Barcelona, working with expats, parents, couples and leaders. I hold a PCC coaching certificate with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and membership with the British Psychological Society, ICF, and CIPD, the professional body for HR professionals.
My professional background spans roles in the people and change space in the Head Office for UK's Ministry of Defence, National School of Government, as well as in management consulting, where I led and developed organisational and talent programmes. I facilitate parent programmes where I coach parents in groups to help them develop their relationship with their children. I also work with couples to support with relationship challenges.
My one-to-one coaching is about creating a safe and supportive space where, as my client, you can discover, grow, and find your own way forward in a supportive and non-critical setting. As my client, I would help create a space where you would feel respected and understood. While I do lean on a number of evidence-based psychological models I would individualise my approach and the specific tools and techniques to meet your needs.
It is important for me that you feel we work together in a trusting environment where you can explore without judgement. By listening deeply and asking thoughtful questions, I would encourage you to confront assumptions, explore new perspectives, and uncover insights that drive meaningful growth for you.
I would ultimately aim to support you gain clarity, review habits and mindsets to achieve the personal and professional growth that matters to you.
Gatenby Sanderson - Leadership Development Associate Corndel - Commercial Leadership Programme Director Corndel - Professional Development Expert GR Coaching and Consulting - Founder and Director PA Consulting - People and Talent Management Consultant UK Ministry of Defence - HRBP Head Office UK Ministry of Defence - Occupational Psychologist National School of Government - Learning and Development Specialist
British Psychological Society - Chartership in Occupational and Coaching Psychology International Coaching Federation - PCC City University - MSc Occupational Psychology London Metropolitan University - PDip Psychology RMIT University - BSc Social Sciences Psychology
Hogan Personality Assessment Certification NEO Personality Assessment Certification Saville Personality Assessment Certification
Praxis - Empowering Parents through ACT University of Massachusetts Medical School - Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Certification Centre for Stress Management - Stress Management Certification CRR - Organisational and System Relationship Coaching Certification