About
Hi, I’m Kate.
People Who Thrive is my business and my passion.
I have been studying, teaching and consulting on all things behaviour, change, development and competence for over 20 years. I am passionate about working with people to enable them to be the best they can be at work and in life.
I am an ICF-ACC certified business coach, Chartered Occupational Psychologist and award-winning consultant with over 20 years’ experience of working across different industries (such as healthcare, transport, education and charities). I’m also a mother, a wife, a daughter, sister and an auntie.
I provide coaching and training to professionals in a range of industries at all levels - from CEOs to more junior staff.
I provide bespoke consultancy to help improve performance within organisations. I do this by highlighting the needs of your key asset, your staff – understanding their strengths and natural human limitations – and you can do to develop, support and enable staff to do their best work.
My mission is to enable people to thrive at work and beyond, allowing them to fulfill their potential and ultimately lead happier, more successful and more rewarding lives. I want to help build workplaces where people feel happy to go to work, feel effective, valued, respected and supported.
Read more about what it is like to work with me below and see my testimonials .
What you can expect when working with me:
Integrity and high professional standards
As a Chartered Occupational Psychologist and an ICF-ACC certified coach, you can trust that you are in good hands! My approach is evidence-based, grounded in literature and research. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) set the Gold standard in coaching practice.
These qualifications are earnt through extensive training, experience and demonstration of ethical practice, competence and continuing professional development. Together they provide a psychological depth and professional evidence-based approach that many other coaches and consultants do not have.
Impact
Its important to me to make a positive difference through my work. The impact of my work has also been recognised by the British Psychological Society in their ‘Practitioner of the Year’ award.
I value making a positive impact on the world and enjoy working with clients who share this mindset.
Practical experience and an open mind
I have coached people at all levels (from CEOs to more junior staff) in a range of industries.
In my career as a consultant I have been responsible for engaging with staff to enable significant changes. I have tackled resistance, and engaged with people on a deeper level to lead and inspire them. I have worked in private, government, healthcare and academic sectors in a range of teams and have successfully led significant national and international projects.
I run my own successful limited company while balancing family life with two young children and understand the challenges that can bring.
I know that my experience will not be your experience and so always have an open mind whoever I am working with.
Collaborative and holistic approach
Whether you’re a coaching or a consultancy client, the first thing I do is listen and seek to understand your unique situation and challenges. I also look beyond the individual at other important factors to support them to thrive at work and beyond. My experience shows that this results in meaningful change.
Authenticity
I pride myself on my warm, natural and straight-talking approach.
Creativity
I love offering new perspectives, models and approaches that help clients get to where they want to be.
My coaching and training sessions are designed to get you thinking in new ways!
For more information on my qualifications and experience please visit my LinkedIn profile.