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For over 20 years, I have designed and facilitated leadership development programmes across diverse sectors, helping people grow into more confident and capable leaders. My work brings together facilitation, psychology and executive coaching to create spaces where people can pause, think clearly and challenge their own assumptions.

I now work primarily one-to-one with leaders and professionals navigating transition, complexity and change. As a qualified Executive Coach and Certified Business Psychologist*, I combine practical, forward-focused support with deeper psychological insight into behaviour, decision-making and self-awareness. My aim is simple: to help people move forward with greater clarity, intention and impact.

My coaching style is friendly and engaging (so I have been told!), and I pride myself on being an excellent listener. I create a space where my clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take meaningful action. By applying my knowledge of psychology, I help uncover effective strategies tailored to each person’s unique situation, enabling them to overcome obstacles and thrive.

If you are ready to explore new possibilities, I would love to work with you. Contact me for a free, exploratory conversation to see if coaching is right for you.

*You can see my full credentials and the answers to some questions I’m often asked under “FAQs“.

What my clients say

“Sarah has been my coach over the past few years, guiding me through significant professional and personal transitions. Her approach, marked by structure, expertise, genuine empathy, and deep care, has been incredibly valuable. Sarah consistently goes above and beyond – not only ensuring I feel heard and understood but also providing gentle yet meaningful challenges when needed. Her practical, tailored action plans have enabled me to confidently move forward toward my goals. I wholeheartedly recommend Sarah to anyone seeking a coach who is not only highly competent and experienced but also deeply compassionate and genuinely human.”

Sandy

Global Talent Leader

“Sarah was an incredible coach during my time at the Zinc Venture Builder program. She has a rare mix of deep expertise and genuine care, which made a huge difference in my journey. Her guidance helped me navigate the ups and downs of building a startup, always knowing the right questions to ask to both challenge and support me. I am truly grateful for Sarah’s belief in me, my vision, and for the lasting impact she’s had on my entrepreneurial outlook.”

Pegah Noori Khah

Founder and CEO, SpaceD

Other clients include...

Life & Career Navigation

Where are you right now? Do you have clarity on what you want and how you are going to get there? Coaching can help you to see the bigger picture on how your work and home life fits together and the steps you can take to achieve your goals. The aim is for you to understand what you want and then identify the actions you can take that will lead to you feeling happier and more fulfilled.

Leadership Challenges

Leading a team of people brings certain challenges. As a leader you often feel you should have all the answers and it can be scary to admit that this is not always the case. Leading teams can be complicated and demanding. With coaching, you can work through the challenges you are facing by having an open, confidential conversation with someone who is an objective sounding board.

Retirement Coaching

Are you about to retire or have you just retired? Perhaps you are finding it hard to imagine what your life without a job might look like. Sometimes, our identities are so intertwined with our careers that we cannot see who we are without work as our focus. Our coaching conversations can help you navigate this transition and work out what a happy retirement looks like for you.

Problem-Solving

Everyone has problems from time to time – maybe a difficult situation at work or a life-balance situation. Speaking to someone who is outside the problem can really help. Coaching can give you a different perspective and lead you to identifying practical solutions that will move you forward. Having someone to give you feedback and ask the right questions can be a quick way to problem-solve.