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Client Transformations
Coaching changed everything
“Like many men, I hesitated to ask for help – coaching changed everything. It’s an investment well worth making.”
Justin, Surrey
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“Being in the middle of a divorce that was not my choice left me feeling very low, particularly in the build-up to Christmas. The financial worries were keeping me awake at night and the thought of my family being split apart and sharing time with my son was breaking my heart. The feeling of loss and rejection really got on top of me and had become all consuming.
I think some men have a bit of hesitancy about asking for help, I was nervous about asking but knew I needed someone to help me get my thoughts to be more positive and focussed before I could even think about getting my life back on track.
Sarah made me feel immediately comfortable on our clarity call. I knew straight away I felt at ease with her and the tears just came flooding out. Letting go of these emotions funnily enough made me feel slightly better straight away, particularly as Sarah is empathetic and understands from her own experiences.
There are a number of tools used in the coaching sessions and Sarah clearly knows the best ones to suit the particular client. I had a pivotal moment by the second or third session where Sarah quite bluntly, but in a kind way, told me “You have to concentrate on what you’ve still got, what you are retaining and what you can still do and look forward to” It was really quite obvious, but Sarah enables that positivity needed to actually recognise it and see it for yourself.
I can’t thank Sarah enough for the time I spent with her. If you are considering working with her, it is an investment well worth making!”
Coaching was a turning point
“I knew my marriage was over – but I didn’t know where to begin or how to move forward. Working with Sarah was a turning point.”
Vanessa, Berkshire
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“Before I started coaching with Sarah, I felt completely overwhelmed. I was stuck in a marriage that was over, scared, and didn’t know what to do. I couldn’t see a clear path forward, and the thought of making big life decisions felt paralysing. My confidence was at an all-time low, and I worried constantly about the impact of everything on my children and my mental health. I knew I needed support but was hesitant – I wasn’t sure if coaching would really help me or if I was even ready to take that step.
Working with Sarah was a turning point. She created a safe, non-judgmental space where I could speak freely and begin to unravel everything I was feeling. Her empathy, guidance, and structured approach gave me the tools I desperately needed to gain clarity and feel more in control. Sarah helped me recognise my grief for my marriage, understand and manage a myriad of emotions and feelings. Sarah shared practical tools and exercises that helped shift my mindset. Sarah talked me through the process of divorce, recommended excellent legal and financial services and I began to see that I could move forward with strength and purpose.
Since completing the coaching, my life has changed in so many ways. I feel stronger, clearer, and more confident in who I am and where I’m going. My emotional well-being has improved dramatically – I’m no longer stuck in the past, and I have a much more hopeful outlook for the future. I’ve managed to remain amicable with my ex and keep life relatively calm and stable through an extremely difficult period.
If you’re considering working with Sarah, I can’t recommend her highly enough. She won’t just help you survive this experience – she’ll help you grow through it and come out the other side with a renewed sense of self and strength.”
Clarity and confidence through divorce
“As a Finance Director, I’m used to solving complex problems and dealing with stress – but nothing prepared me for the emotional toll of divorce. Counselling left me stuck – coaching gave me clarity, practical tools and the confidence to move forward with my life.”
Susan, London
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“Before I had coaching with Sarah, I’d tried counselling but felt I was just going round in circles and not feeling any happier. I was feeling stressed, overwhelmed and exhausted juggling a demanding job as a Finance Director, managing the home and the divorce process.
The solicitor’s letters from my ex would send my mind into a spin to the point where it was impacting my work. I couldn’t see how I would have the time or energy to be able to move forward with my life.
My sessions with Sarah were very positive and upbeat and I felt I could be completely open and honest without any fear of judgement. Leaving each session with an action plan to help me move forward and specific tools and exercises to support me was invaluable.
Within a month there was a noticeable impact on my mood from the exercises she gave me. I learnt more about myself through various assessments we did and that will be helpful in my work and personal life going forward. I also gained clarity on how to move forward with my life, and we worked through some major decisions.
Sarah helped me to take my power back and to focus on the things that I can actually control which helped to reduce my stress and anxiety.
I’m now much better about managing all the overwhelm, I have more understanding of what triggers me and I’m able to get out of it a lot quicker than before. I’m able to be more in the moment and enjoy the little things in life such as going for a walk or a coffee in the sunshine.
I would definitely recommend working with Sarah if you’re going through a divorce and want support that’s practical, empowering, and focused on helping you move forward with clarity and confidence.”
Excited for this next chapter
“I thought divorce coaching was indulgent and that I should be able to do it myself, but it turned out to be life changing. I was able to leave a loveless, abusive marriage and I’ve not looked back once. I’m excited for this next chapter.”
Lucy, Sussex
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“Before I met Sarah, I was stuck living with my ex-husband in a loveless marriage, one which for me had ended 18 months earlier. However, my husband was happy to keep trundling along, hoping things would get better without any action.
We have two young children and the fear of the impact this would have on them was paralysing me, despite knowing that I would never want them in this relationship. I was desperate to model to them healthy relationships, but I just didn’t know where to start.
I was very sceptical about divorce coaching – I thought it was indulgent, or I should be able to do it on my own, or if I waited my husband would engage too. But this had been going on for 2 years and I was getting desperate.
Sarah gave me the clarity and confidence I had buried to see that leaving decisively was the only option and the best way forward for all of us. I was still hoping that my ex would meet me halfway and help with the overwhelming list of tasks and decisions to be made, but of course he wasn’t able to. Thankfully Sarah took that role as well as giving or obtaining expert advice when needed.
Sarah also helped me realise that I was in an emotionally abusive relationship, which was increasingly becoming very controlling. But without judgement she helped me see how often I change my actions to support his, or indeed others. This has enabled me to grow in confidence and to set boundaries in all areas of my life, which our children will benefit from immensely.
I am only two weeks into my new place (having met Sarah 5 months ago) and I’m not going to pretend everything is easy. If anything, the couple of weeks after moving have been the trickiest in terms of decisions and communications about the children with my ex, but every morning I wake up with a feeling of peace and pride and have not looked back once.
Sarah supported me in doing this, making the decisions for myself and seeing that despite what society tells us about divorce, we can write our own narratives, and everyone deserves to be in a happy healthy relationship. I can honestly say without Sarah’s support I would be in a very dark place, but now as I start this new chapter, I feel a new lease of life and huge excitement at the next chapter. Thank you, Sarah! ”
Rebuilding after heartbreak and grief
“I’d just lost my 24-year relationship – and then my dad passed away. I was totally broken – couldn’t think straight, couldn’t cope, and felt lost. Coaching gave me the tools, support and perspective I needed to rebuild, shift my mindset, and finally start looking forward to life again.“
Liz, Surrey
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“When I started coaching with Sarah, I’d recently come out of a long-term relationship (24 years). It was a horrible, messy end and I felt incredibly let down, side swiped and lost. It was an utter betrayal and complete shock.
Two weeks after my relationship ended, my Dad was admitted to hospital and passed away 2 weeks later which was also very unexcepted. I was totally broken.
I was totally unable to cope. I couldn’t think straight, concentrate, and had no interest in anything. I was totally depressed. I felt hopeless and lost. I had no idea what I wanted to do, where I wanted to be and I could hardly put one foot in front of the other. I had to take time off work, 3 months and even when I did go back, I struggled for a further 6 months.
I was already receiving CBT therapy under my Psychiatrist, but I had no hesitations about coaching with Sarah, as I knew I needed help to heal and move forward.
As soon as I started talking to her, I felt comfortable. I am a no nonsense, don’t suffer fools gladly type of person and I felt that I was talking to someone who understood how I felt, wasn’t judging me for it, had experienced something similar and come out the other side. She was also at the same level as me in terms of professionalism, worldly experience, business acumen etc
The coaching helped me to look at things from a slightly different perspective than perhaps I would have done so on my own. Giving me tools, frameworks and feedback that helped guide me along a more positive path, to look and think bigger as opposed to being too narrow.
I now have a more positive, boarder outlook on life and I know that the world is my oyster. Despite having a torrid time, I am grateful for what I have and have a more positive outlook.
I would 100% recommend working with Sarah, all my sessions were very valuable and helped me think & focus differently and working with someone who had been through something similar really helped me.”
Finding clarity and rediscovering hope
“The support and insight I received from Sarah helped me move forward in ways I never thought possible. She didn’t just help me find clarity – she helped me rediscover hope.”
Debbie, Sussex
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“Before I started coaching, I had a lot going on and had just finished therapy to work through some trauma I’d experienced. I wanted to look forward instead of back, and that’s what led me to life coaching.
I felt incredibly stuck and unhappy with where my life was. It was emotionally exhausting – like constantly searching for light in a dark room and getting nowhere. I was confused about what I really wanted, and unsure how to achieve anything meaningful. One of my biggest fears was that no one would truly understand me, so I doubted whether coaching could even help.
Working with Sarah as my coach was an incredibly supportive and validating experience. I felt genuinely listened to, and I always looked forward to our sessions – they left me feeling hopeful and excited.
The most valuable part was having someone to work through ideas and decisions with. As someone without a partner or close family to lean on, making big life decisions on my own had felt overwhelming. Sarah offered a fresh perspective and helped me see things in a new light.
There wasn’t one big “aha” moment, but rather the accumulation of small seeds Sarah planted that slowly grew into a mindset shift. Session by session, I could feel old walls starting to break down.
Since completing coaching, my life has changed significantly. I’ve put my house on the market and started looking for a bigger space where I can build the future I want. I’m also actively exploring the journey of becoming a solo mum using a sperm donor next year.
I finally feel hopeful again. I have a clear plan and something to work toward. For the first time in a long time, I feel excited about life. Coaching empowered me to take control and make decisions that are right for me.
Emotionally, I feel more like myself. Before coaching, I had gone inward, felt negative, and constantly doubted my choices. Now, I feel confident and at peace with putting myself first. Sarah helped me realise that it’s okay to prioritise what I want – not what others expect from me.
I would absolutely recommend working with Sarah. Her support and insight helped me move forward in ways I never thought possible. She didn’t just help me find clarity – she helped me rediscover hope.”
Rebuilding my life after abuse
“When I reached out to Sarah, I was trapped in a controlling marriage and terrified of leaving. Sarah supported me with every step – helping me manage my emotions, set boundaries, and make confident decisions. With her guidance I left my relationship and rebuilt a life I love, on my terms.”
Ami, New York
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“Before I started working with Sarah, I felt really hopeless, stressed, and alone. Sure, I had friends who tried to support me, but they didn’t truly understand what I was going through and how to best help me. It was difficult for me at the time to even know what I needed for myself, other than I knew that I needed Sarah’s help.
As someone who was trying to come out of a controlling and manipulative relationship, I had completely forgotten to ask myself what I wanted, and I didn’t know how to set boundaries with other loved ones in my life. Sarah really helped me learn how to prioritise myself and my feelings through this divorce journey. Sometimes I would be too worried about how my decisions would affect others, but she was always invested in my well-being first and taught me how to slowly start doing that myself.
Sarah helped me recognise and name a lot of my emotions and feelings I was going through and just being reassured that it was completely normal helped me move through the divorce quicker than fighting the emotions and just pretending everything is fine.
By the time I finished my coaching with Sarah, I left with feelings of hope, optimism, and a plan on how to rebuild my life on my terms. I would definitely recommend Sarah to anyone who feels misunderstood and alone in the divorce journey. Thank you Sarah for everything you have done to help me through this dark period in my life!”
I’m living my best life
“When I met Sarah, I could barely function. Therapy wasn’t helping me move forward, but coaching with Sarah helped me reclaim my happiness. I’m now living a full life, more connected to myself than ever. Sarah gently guided me to rebuild, with practical tools and deep compassion. I’ll never forget how she helped me.”
Celia, Sussex
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“When Sarah first met me I could hardly get out of bed; I couldn’t work at all (I stared at my screen); I couldn’t stop crying; I felt panicky leaving my home; I would scream in pain in the car on country roads on the way home from school drop off and sometimes have to stop the car to vomit by the side of the road as I was so wretched with emotion. I felt so lost and vulnerable, and that recovery was an impossible concept. The world was grey and colourless.
I was seeing a therapist, but we were constantly digging up and revisiting my behaviour patterns – useful but I didn’t feel like I was walking into my future with these therapy sessions but revisiting the pain. I realised I needed to start building my future. I needed to learn how to survive without crying every day.
I knew I needed to find a way to start living for me but also for my 4 children as quickly as I could. I knew Sarah understood just how excruciating that pain is, and I felt only she could help me. So, I reached out. And I’m so glad I did. It only took me 6 months not only to be surviving but to be living my best life!
I started to really live! I started to make the most of my life. I discovered who I am and what I want out of life and started to live that way. There was some lag time which was lonely and uncomfortable but now my life is so full.
I realised I was in charge of my own happiness. No one was going to give that to me even the best relationship in the world. I realised my happiness was my responsibility. Thanks to Sarah I made a decision to be happy and I work at it – with gratitude; with kindness and compassion and I give out to the world.
Sarah is really personable and easy to talk to. I was comfortable crying and exploring my feelings. She was very patient and non-judgemental, yet without realising it she was using tools and giving me strategies to build me up. It always felt like we were going at my pace, and I trusted her and the process.”
Coaching transformed my life
“I was anxious, depressed and unsure how to move forward. Sarah helped me see my potential and gave me the tools to build confidence and independence. Her support changed everything. I now approach challenges with strength and clarity. Coaching truly transformed my life.”
Georgia, Essex
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“Before I started working with Sarah, I was feeling depressed, lacked confidence, and was dealing with anxiety whilst going through one of the worst stages in my life. I was struggling with having to deal with life on my own & I was worried about how I was going to get to a place of happiness again.
My biggest challenge was being confident enough to make the changes I wanted to make. Since working with Sarah my trust and openness has completely changed and everything, I always wanted to achieve, I have (and still going!) I have noticed huge changes in my life and my family and friends have seen how much I have grown since working with Sarah.
The biggest difference in my life has been being confident in myself and being able to achieve all my goals independently.
Sarah really helped me to see my full potential and supported my growth each step of the way. She helped me get clear on my goals, my confidence and helped me learn important tools to diffuse triggers that would cause me to be anxious.
I think coaching is one of the most important tools to use during difficult times and different stages of your life. I know before I started coaching that it was ‘taboo’ to ask for help and now looking back it was one of the best decisions I made. Having a sounding board when going through different situations in your life is so helpful and makes the challenges that you face much easier to deal with and learn from.
I would recommend coaching as it has completely transformed my life and I have relayed this to other people who are now in coaching too!
Sarah has been an amazing support system for me in the last two years and I cannot thank her enough for her help and guidance throughout”
Redisovering joy and self worth
“After my breakup, I felt lost and stuck. Sarah guided me through the grief, helped me reconnect with what makes me happy, and reminded me I’m capable of more than I believed. Six months later, I feel empowered, confident, and genuinely happy again.”
Beth, London
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“Before I started working with Sarah, I was feeling lost having just gone through a breakup and struggling with self-confidence. Having someone who not only guided me through the breakup, sign posting the stages of grief, but also helped me to refocus on what makes me happy was the biggest positive of the whole situation. I feel like I couldn’t have done it without her.
At the time it felt like my life was falling apart, being single after so long felt like I’d failed. Having weekly catch ups with Sarah meant I could take things slowly whilst in survival mode after the breakup. It’s also invaluable to have someone who isn’t judgemental and can listen. It felt like having another friend on your side but with the experience you could lean on.
It’s now 6 months later and I not only feel thankful I got through each day, I feel like the best version of myself and can find the gratitude in feeling like I can get through anything.
Sarah has not only built me back up but reinvigorated me to feel empowered. I’d recommend this to anyone, the importance of knowing what makes you happy both in and out of a relationship means I will never settle or live anything other than the happiest version of life.”
Creating a future I love
“Therapy helped me process the past, but I still felt stuck. Sarah helped me look forward and take real steps toward a new life. I found purpose again, gained confidence, and even enrolled in a new training course. I now feel hopeful, energised, and ready for what’s next.”
Rachel, Sussex
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“I am so pleased that I decided to work with Sarah and have made a lot of progress towards creating a new and exciting future.
I had been having weekly therapy which had helped me process my emotions, but I felt ‘stuck’. I wanted to move forward rather than keep thinking about all the sadness. I lacked confidence and at times felt like there was no hope for life after divorce.
The first thing that Sarah coached me through was booking a holiday that I had been putting off for months, it was a real turning point for me.
We have worked on finding a new sense of purpose using tools that highlight my strengths and helped me realise that I’d like to enrol in a training course to open up new career options. I found all the positive psychology work really helpful in improving my wellbeing and regaining my sense of self.
I absolutely recommend working with Sarah as she can really help you get things in perspective and reignite your zest for life. She is warm and very easy to talk too, I feel so positive and inspired after our sessions.”
Should I stay or go?
“I was overwhelmed and unsure whether to stay or leave my marriage. Sarah helped me untangle my feelings and understand my options. I now feel more confident in my communication and less alone in my decisions. Coaching helped me see things clearly and take back control.”
Michelle, Bucks
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“Before I started working with Sarah, I was feeling really overwhelmed, I was worried about the state of my marriage and whether I should leave or face up to working on our issues. My biggest challenge was our inability to communicate, I did not feel listened to, I had no one to talk to about my worries.
I am pleased I found Sarah and decided to book a series of coaching sessions, having access to Voxer really helped, knowing I had someone I could talk to in the moment and explain how I was feeling, I felt less alone. A series of big arguments had really knocked my confidence and I was not sure what to do, Sarah was there to listen when I needed her.
Sarah reassured me that I could leave if I wanted to, but she also helped me navigate ways to stay as well, I was able to get clearer on my feelings.
I do feel now that if I decide to leave my marriage, I can, but I have also learnt to communicate better and not just look after everyone else. I am taking my time to reflect and see how I feel.
I’d absolutely recommend some coaching sessions with Sarah if you need help understanding where you are with your relationship and want to explore your options.”
Inner peace through clarity
“I didn’t know where to start with how I felt about my marriage. Sarah helped me understand my emotions, prepare for hard conversations, and find strength in myself. Her support was kind, calm, and practical – I couldn’t have reached this peace of mind without her.”
Tamara, Belfast
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“Before I came across Sarah I was struggling to make sense of how I was feeling about my marriage. I knew things had to change but with three children, I didn’t know where to start. Sarah really helped me to get clear and make sense of how I actually felt. It was amazing to have someone neutral to talk things through with, especially someone with the training and experience Sarah has.
She helped me prepare for difficult conversations so I could articulate clearly how I was feeling to my family.
One of the biggest benefits of having Sarah as my coach was having her there to advise me when difficult situations or conversations came up. She was always on hand to help me navigate what was acceptable and what wasn’t so that I had the strength to get through them.
I would definitely recommend having a coach at this difficult time. Especially one who is as empathetic and supportive as Sarah. I wouldn’t have got to the place of inner peace I have now without her support.”
Strength and confidence after abuse
“I was escaping an abusive marriage and facing legal battles, overwhelmed and unsure who I was. Sarah gave me tools, compassion, and belief in myself. Her support helped me find strength, communicate with confidence, and fall back in love with my life.”
Claire, Dorset
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“Before I started working with Sarah, my biggest challenge was dealing with the separation from my abusive husband and regaining my self-confidence to start a completely new life. It was a hugely traumatic time for me which involved a harrowing legal process which ensured mine and my children’s safety.
Sarah exudes kindness and warmth and complete understanding without judgement. She was exactly the right person I felt I could trust with details of my personal life and issues. She gave me a sense of empowerment right from the first session, which, having been in the grips of a controlling narcissist for over 9 years, was exactly what I needed.
I felt completely overwhelmed with what I was dealing with, and although my friends and family were hugely supportive and loving, they did not always support me in the way that I needed them to. Sarah really helped me find the way to express my voice in these situations and be heard. My relationships with loved ones are much more authentic and beautiful thanks to my confidence in expressing myself clearly especially when it comes to boundaries.
When I faced the court case with my ex, Sarah gave me huge strength and some tools which were invaluable so I could be the best I could be for this alien and terrifying situation.
Sarah really helped me to love and accept myself truly and deeply (which was quite challenging at first) and have the confidence to deal with any hurdle I had to face with strength and courage.
Even between sessions she was there for me for both difficult and more lovely moments cheering me on, and I felt I could contact her if I needed to which was invaluable at the time.
Sarah’s extensive knowledge of narcissists helped me realise what my ex had done to my confidence. This helped me forgive myself for staying with him for so long and find the joy in being me again.
The biggest difference in my life now is the way I see myself and my abilities. The sessions really empowered me to tackle challenges with confidence and ease. Sarah gets straight to the route of the negative inner voice and weeds it out with specific cognitive re- programming tools.
I’d highly recommend coaching with Sarah if you want help with any issues in your life from building your self-confidence, discovering your true self, getting over a toxic relationship to unearthing your talents and abilities and using them in for your career.”
A lifeline during divorce
“I felt utterly alone after leaving an abusive relationship. Sarah listened, encouraged, and understood what no one else could. Her kindness helped me rebuild from rock bottom. She was a lifeline when I needed it most.”
Kate, Berkshire
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“I was at my lowest after leaving an abusive relationship after 21 years. My in-laws and friends dropped me as I left. I was very alone.
I am a therapist myself and Sarah did some very important things:
Sarah asked me what I wanted!
Sarah listened to me!
Sarah shared her story which was so helpful to me.
When you go through grief and divorce no one can possibly understand. Sarah did.
She got me through with her gentle kindness.
She gave me tips to help move forward and know what I wanted!
Thank You Sarah. You were a lifeline for me.”
Heartbreak to Happiness
“I was spiralling after my separation and financial stress. From our first session, Sarah helped me feel grounded and in control again. Her support and tools got me through the toughest time. I’m now starting a new chapter with optimism and strength I didn’t know I had.”
Lindsay, Oxfordshire
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“When I met Sarah I was at my wits end trying to cope with my recent separation, impending divorce and associated financial negotiations. During our first meeting, I cried the whole way through, but I instantly felt a connection with Sarah, she totally understood what I was going through.
Over the course of our meetings, she has given me a number of coping strategies and advice about dealing with my ex. In the middle of the night when my mind was spiralling out of control, I would hear her say to me, get up and go and do something different.
I cannot recommend Sarah’s advice and guidance highly enough. The last few months have been the most traumatic of my life and she has helped me cope and come out the other side. I am now looking forward to a new job, new house, and a new life. It’s not the one I was expecting but I know that it will be a good one, it’s up to me to make it happen.
If you are going through a divorce, it’s one of life’s most stressful events and I’d thoroughly recommend talking to Sarah. She puts everything in perspective and shows you how to make a negative experience have a positive outcome.”