What my clients say...
Here's what some of my clients have had to say about coaching with me:
"I decided to give coaching a try because I was very unhappy in my job, but lacked the confidence to do anything about it. I found Charlotte easy to talk to, perceptive and intelligent, and her techniques really work. After having just 3 sessions, I now feel much happier - I realise that everyone has crises of confidence and, most importantly, that what I do can affect the way I think (and vice versa). I can now see that there’s nothing wrong with me and that just because I have shy traits, such as fear of public speaking, it doesn’t mean I am a shy person. I respect myself more and know I am a capable person." JK, Leeds.
“I had some coaching with Charlotte in order to prioritise my work life balance. After just one session I was able to have a clear set of goals that I already knew I had in me but hadn't made real. Charlotte has a manner which is nurturing and non patronising and she brought out all the good thoughts that will turn my life around.” Suzanne Clarke, Recruitment Specialist, Harrogate |
"I came to Charlotte for coaching because I was suffering with work-related stress. Charlotte enabled me to understand the reasons for my feelings, to find ways of reacting to situations differently, and to handle my emotions. I found my sessions with her very helpful and I would definitely recommend Charlotte as coach/ therapist." S Baker, IT Specialist, Manchester
"I met Charlotte last September. At the time I was facing redundancy, wanting to change my career and most importantly attain a work/life balance that had been missing from my life for many years. Through working with Charlotte I was able to work out what was really important to me and I gained the confidence I needed to follow my passions. Now, 10 months on, I can honestly say I am a different person and happier than I could have imagined. Over the past 10 months I have changed what I had been procrastinating over for 8 years! I couldn't have done this without the brilliant coaching that Charlotte provided. I am sure I would still be saying 'what if' rather than 'what next'!!" Jo Kerr, Consultant and Author, London |
“I consulted Charlotte whilst considering a career change. Her coaching style provided the perfect balance – supportive, yet at the same time challenging me to consider alternative possibilities. She wouldn’t let me get away with excuses, which was just what I needed, and she made me really think about my commitment to change. As a result, I realised that I had numerous options which would allow me to create a better work/life balance without major upheaval.” Anon, Lawyer, Leeds
“When I had made the big decision to launch a new business I thought initially that it was enough that I had an inspiring vision. But to make it really succeed I needed to clarify how to make my new business venture more than just a good idea. My coaching sessions with Charlotte gave me real, meaningful insight into how I needed to translate that vision into practical steps. Charlotte started by asking me to focus on what I wanted from life – and not just the business - which helped me to understand how much it had been my values that had motivated this change. At times, trying to understand how to make this a new way of life wasn’t easy, and I really appreciated her gentleness when I was struggling to identify how I could get the sort of life balance that I wanted. Charlotte not only gave me the space to think, but through her perceptive questions she got right to the heart of things and I found myself exploring options that were new and exciting – options that I don’t think I would have considered on my own.” W. Williams, Cheshire |
“I found Charlotte's approach to coaching to be sincere and honest. When Charlotte was coaching me, her caring nature created a safe environment where I felt my thoughts and perceptions would be listened too and respected - no judgement, no opinion, just genuine open ears. Charlotte has a an ability to listen and be there with you on your thinking journey, she creates a thinking environment that will broaden anyone's horizons. I found Charlotte great fun to work with, she has a great sense of humour that seeps into her professional style in such a way that makes it real, enjoyable and fun. I would recommend Charlotte to anyone.” Rebecca Donoghue, Talent Development Consultant, BSkyB, London.
“For me, the biggest benefit of having coaching sessions with Charlotte was that they enabled me to see situations and relationships from my past in a different, more positive way. By overcoming these internal barriers, I was able to start to let go and move forward with my life. I've also become more focused on my goals and clearer of where I want to be. Charlotte's approach is professional, thorough and focused, yet she is also warm and amiable, so I felt very relaxed and comfortable talking to her. I would highly recommend her.” Gwen, self-employed, Manchester |
What people are saying about my workshops:
"This workshop was brilliant and will stay with me for a long time. It was very thought provoking - really made me think about what is important to me. This Sunday I am going to do something I really enjoy and I won't be concentrating on turning around to get ready for next week. Charlotte was really open, friendly and fun. I really enjoyed it. Thank you." Jayne Twiddle, York |
"I really enjoyed the engagement and activities in Charlotte's workshop. Hearing her own story was very useful, and she approached the workshop as a person rather than a psychologist! I really liked completing the exercises - they will help me to plan and take action. I thought the handouts were very professional and useful. I really enjoyed this workshop." Sarah Wells, York |
“Thought provoking. Demonstrated the importance on focusing on what makes you happy, and allowing yourself to be wrong. Well presented, informative & valuable. I really enjoyed it ” Ruth, Leeds |
“I thought the workshop was really helpful and I enjoyed finding out about who I am. It has made me think about how different we all are, and the fact that no one is better than anyone else. I will definately come to more of your workshops, I have really enjoyed it. ” Dorothy, Hull |
“This workshop was very well presented. I felt at ease straight away. You came across in a very relaxing manner. Thank you. ” Joanne, Yorkshire. |
“Charlotte provided an excellent introduction to all the elements of self-awareness. I really enjoyed the workshop, it was very informative, well planned, delivered and focussed. Charlotte was very relaxed and was able to answer questions without losing track. I understood that it can be a complex process to get to the root of any questions and get the answers. However, Charlotte was able to provide the necessary information/tools and questions to make me think in the correct areas to obtain the answers to help me. I enjoyed the activities, completely different to what I expected. I feel I gained some of the knowledge and some answers to my personal concerns with regard to self awareness. I am aware I have a lot still to cover but with the comprehensive work book Charlotte provided I can make my way through at my own pace." Claire Streeton, Yorkshire. |
“In the past few months I have made and have had some pretty big changes in my life. Charlotte's workshop has made me realise I need to understand my values in order to be able to gain the clarity I need to move forward in my new business and personal life. Charlotte’s workshop has given me tools to be able to do discover my true values and I am sure that once I focus on these it will really make the difference. Her style was relaxed and open which made discussing issues easy. I highly recommend Charlotte to anyone ready to make some big changes.. ” Jayne, York. |
“This workshop was well presented, well organised, fun and useful. I really enjoyed doing the exercises in pairs and being able to bounce ideas off each other. The workshop was great value for money. ” Elaine Allen, York. |
“This workshop was very good and thought provoking. I'm going to work through the rest of the Self-Awareness Workbook on my own. With bottle I may even get a bloke! I will try to follow my advice more. So what if I take a chance and fail, at least I tried.” Anon, Yorkshire. |
"This workshop was fantastic at raising awareness of what's really important, and helped me to gain an awareness of what matters most to me. Charlotte is very knowledgeable on her subject and delivers in a way which provokes thought and discussion and gives the attendees valueable ideas to take away. Charlotte's presentation style and pace were excellent, and I would certainly recommend her workshops to others." Sarah Cordukes, York |
“This workshop was very good - well presented, informative & thought provoking - I will now complete the Self-Awareness Workbook Charlotte provided at home. ” Heather Warren, Yorkshire |
“Charlotte, you have a relaxed, informal and professional style of delivery. I liked your balance of structure for the workshop with a non-intervening and non-directive attitude. You were clear & encouraging throughout. I really gained some good insights, and found the workshop valuable & informative. ” Liz Dunphy, York |