Who are my clients?
My clients come from all walks of life and at all stages of separation – those considering separation, clients in the process of court/legal proceedings and those who have been separated for some time, but still feel they need support and help to move forwards. All my clients are struggling due to the impact of abusive and controlling relationships. The good news is, that it’s my area of expertise!
Emotional Support , Practical Solutions and Strategies
Coaching is not counselling, it is not legal advice and it is not mediation or relationship counselling. I don’t see couples, I see either men or women as individuals.I can give you the emotional support , practical help and guidance you need, through every stage of your separation. Typical issues I help with are:
- Guidance with decision-making about separation/divorce
- Helping you understand the divorce process, including financial separation and child arrangements
- Signposting to trusted professionals to support you
- Advice on safety planning, emergency court orders and criminal justice process
- Preparation for mediation/Court Hearings/safeguarding meetings
- Practical strategies to help you and your children cope better
- Strategies to help you with communication and maintaining boundaries with your ex
- Education to break the cycle of toxic relationships
- Safe dating after abusive relationships
An independent expert
Having an independent Coach, someone who isn’t emotionally involved can give you a non-judgemental, unbiased perspective. Sometimes it seems everyone has an opinion on what you should/shouldn’t do, and you just get more and more confused. Some of the decisions you have to make during a separation are big decisions that can affect you for many years to come – a Coach can be honest and help you weigh up the pro’s and cons of those decisions, and help you choose the path that is right for YOU – after all, life is too short to be unhappy, right?
I will not judge you for any decisions you choose to make (or not make for that matter) – this is your life and you are in control of it.
Court Proceedings
Going through divorce or separation can be extremely stressful and then when you throw Court proceedings into the mix it can be overwhelming. I can help you manage your emotions so that you can make informed and rational decisions. Whilst I do not offer legal advice, I have lots of experience supporting clients through all the various types of Court proceedings, so can guide you through the process, whether you choose to have legal help or whether you are repesenting yourself.
My expertise
I am a trained IDVA (Independent Domestic Violence Advocate) – the specialist qualification for workers supporting victims of domestic abuse.I have worked in the domestic abuse sector for over 16 years, and completed numerous ongoing professional development training courses in Safeguarding, Honour Based Abuse, Mental Health, Sexual Trauma, Child Sexual Exploitation and Legal Rights related to Criminal/Civil Justice.
I have supported many high risk and complex clients over the years and attended many safeguarding meetings, Child Protection conferences. I have a broad depth of knowledge of probation, civil court, criminal court, housing rights and support services. I still have links into statutory and voluntary organisations and can attend safeguarding meetings to advocate on your behalf if needed.
I am an accredited Master Practitioner Divorce Coach trained by https://saradavison.com/, the leading Divorce Coach in the UK. Sara and I have worked closely together, through our mutual work at The Dash Charity and together we have trained several of Sara’s trainee divorce coaches on how to support clients experiencing domestic abuse.
Whether you would like a one-off session or whether you would like regular sessions to keep you on track, if you would like to get started please use the Contact Form and I will be in touch.
Together We Are Stronger.
