Coaching in Education
My background of working within Education for 20 years has allowed me to experience and witness the benefits and challenges of working in schools. Consequently, I have the empathy, knowledge and a skill set conducive to providing an effective coaching service for school based staff and young people.
Whether it's individual coaching, group coaching or workshops, I'm passionate about helping those within the Education sector to succeed in moving from where they are now to where they want to be.
Amie, Teacher
‘I asked Sophia to help me to manage my anxiety around coping with the family and the enormity of making important decisions that I have not been coping with very well recently. These were causing me to emotionally spiral, which unsettled me as a person, and made me feel out of control. Sophia is not only a skilled listener, but is also very adept at asking the right questions to draw out the specifics needed to pinpoint the areas to work on; something I was finding difficult to do independently.
Her calm, objective approach empowers you to work out your own solutions. I was surprised at how relatively quick it was to put strategies into practice with positive and effective outcomes. I now feel more in control and am happier as a result. I also have a personal 'toolkit' to use if I find myself back there again! Thank you, Sophia!'
Kit, GP
‘Sophia’s coaching skills helped me to create specific, personal goals which were realistic, relevant and achievable. She encouraged discussion using her coaching techniques along with her excellent communication skills. Sophia often helped me to evoke ideas I had not previously considered and by the end of each session she assisted me in setting steps that I felt confident in achieving. Some of the goals have significantly impacted on my career progression, from helping me to develop professional networks, prepare for job interviews and improve my researching skills. She has also helped me work with personal goals in relation to recovering from a significant injury sustained during the recent pandemic. I have really enjoyed the coaching and found the whole process extremely helpful.’
Andy, Anaesthetist
‘I went to Sophia for coaching at an extremely turbulent time in my life. I had received a difficult diagnosis that had turned my life upside down. Trying to piece everything back together and find a way to move forward was overwhelming.
Sophia’s empathy, support, listening and coaching skills helped me to overcome this. She gave me techniques to help me focus on what was important and set small achievable goals, allowing me to overcome some significant personal hurdles.
My coaching with Sophia has given me the structure to help move forward with my life again and the confidence to take on new challenges.'