What my clients say…
As a newly qualified coach I have been gaining invaluable experience by coaching several friends, neighbours and acquaintances. This has given me a real insight into how to be a better coach. How to let my clients really lead the process, to take them in the direction they want to grow.
Full-time carer, Worcestershire. Health concern: Anxiety, low energy.
When I began my health coaching journey with Lesley, my 3 main goals to work on were Anxiety, Physical Health and Nutritional Health. Through regular sessions we were able to discuss these issues in depth and help me to manage and maintain a positive attitude towards improvement in these areas. I am learning not to define myself through my anxieties, instead being a person who “sometimes has anxiety ” and not an “anxious person”. This reasoning has helped me overcome some basic fears linked to my anxiety & push myself to face daily challenges & goals. Lesley is an incredible person, I felt immediately at ease with her. She is caring & nurturing but gently encourages you to fulfil your potential. I would thoroughly recommend Lesley as a true motivational and inspirational coach.
Single mum, self-employed, Hertfordshire. Health concern: Headaches, low energy.
Where do I begin with a testimonial about Lesley…perhaps by saying that I have been able to make changes in my life which I never ever thought possible.
A deep-rooted health issue, which has been my biggest darkest secret, and one which has enshrouded me in shame and self-loathing has finally been faced and I am taking steps to finally address it.
I could not have done this without Lesley. I had no intention of discussing this problem with Lesley, but after a few sessions with her, it happened. It happened because of her non-judgemental and open manner. There was never any pressure but I felt fully supported by her. I now understand the term ‘to hold space’ for someone. She held space for me to open up, without any fear of judgement.
I also love that Lesley thinks in a very holisitic way – she looks at the bigger picture rather than the minutae. I first spoke to her about a vague headache I was suffering from, and we went from there..
I would highly recommend Lesley to anyone in need of a safe space to explore all aspects of health, wellness and nutrition.
Mother of two, West Yorkshire. Health concern: Weight gain, irregular sleep.
Uninitiated where the health coaching scene is concerned, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from Lesley’s sessions. Fluctuating weight and sleep have always been problematic and it was a balm to be able to discuss these areas with someone understanding and non-judgemental whose go-to wasn’t a recourse to a low-fat and very limited diet.
I enjoyed Lesley’s recipe suggestions (pretty much all of which have become staples) and her intuitive understanding that any changes needed to fit with my enjoyment of cooking and our family context. Similarly, I appreciated the fact that she provided the rationale for any suggested shifts, giving me agency to implement them to whatever degree I felt able to.
Ultimately, without wittering on, if you’re looking for someone warm, compassionate and empathetic to guide you to make positive changes in your day-to-day life, this is exactly what Lesley offers. Her sessions have been a much needed reminder that self-care is not a selfish exercise, but that carefully guided, supported talk is an invaluable tool when looking to make realistic changes that are of benefit to you, but also those you love.