Frequently Asked Questions about Coaching.

  • Coaching is a collaborative process in which coach partners with client in an encouraging and

    thought-provoking way to help the client to maximise their potential. The coach provides a

    non-judgemental confidential space in which client can explore new ideas and possibilities to

    bring about meaningful and positive change. In short coach empowers client to come up with

    their own solutions.

  • Counselling delves into the past to heal past wounds and trauma frequently offering therapeutic interventions to promote healing and may focus on diagnosing and treating a range of mental health disorders.

    Coaching on the other hand focusses on the here and now and the way forwards. It is a journey of self-discovery journey where the coach helps client to identify habits, beliefs and patterns that may need to be changed to achieve their goals. The focus is on taking specific actions and making changes to reach objectives.

  • Following a discovery, the client signs up to a coaching programme which consists of a number of sessions over a specified amount of time. The initial coaching session is frequently about assessing the here and now, establishing where you are now versus where you want to go.

    The subsequent sessions delve into the ‘who you are’ – the client’s values and beliefs (those unhelpful ones that hold you back), identifying what drives choices and decisions and working on a plan to make better choices aligned with the client’s values and priorities.

    As the programme progresses, client is in full control of the coaching agenda and brings specific goals and challenges into the sessions using the sessions to map the best way forwards.

  • This varies depending on the client’s needs. The average coaching relationship lasts between 4 and 8 months but some can be up to 18 months. Sustained change involves rewiring the brain to think differently and this does not happen overnight. This can be discussed with the coach in the discovery call.

  • Always ensure you have a complementary discovery call (preferably via video) with your coach in advance of signing up for any programme to establish if this is somebody you feel that you can work with. Lay out your coaching requirements and ask how the programme would fit with your requirements. Read previous testimonials and ensure it resonates. Ask questions around how the programme works and you will get a gut feeling around whether this is a good fit for you.

  • Coaching can address and is not limited to:

    • Discovering your passion and purpose

    • Making better decisions and choices

    • Growing self-belief and confidence and building resilience

    • Managing stress and anxiety

    • Creating a map to achieve specific goal(s) that you have been dreaming about

    • Improving relationships and managing conflict

    • Introducing better balance and harmony into your life

    • Career Progression and Transition

    • Effective prioritisation to improve productivity and performance

  • Depending on the programme, sessions are from 2 weeks to one month apart. Coach is always led by client on this. Coaching sessions are typically 60-90 minutes in length and can be carried out in person or on-line.

  • Absolutely, I offer a 20-minute complementary discovery call to help you to understand how the process works and how it can benefit you.

  • Twice All-Ireland Business All-Star and accredited by the World Association of Coaches with Neuroscience, my unique edge stems from my background in Neuroscience. This gives me a deep insight into how the human brain responds in any situation.

    It also allows me greater understanding around rewiring the brain to think differently, unloading any unhelpful beliefs you may have.

    This insight, combined with two decades of hands-on experience in the health sector in diverse roles, from front-line emergency diagnostics to influential managerial positions has enriched my understanding of human responses to challenges – both psychological and physical.

    Being a mum of 4 children (including one with an intellectual disability), I have experienced and overcome stress, challenge, self-doubt and grown a successful business despite the many obstacles I faced.

  • You can expect to have your first coaching session 2-3 weeks after reaching out.

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