LIVE AUTHENTIC COACHING
Changing the Narrative of Trauma
My Mission
At Live Authentic Coaching, I support trauma survivors move beyond survival, to gently reconnect with life, self, and the possibility of growth. My approach is grounded in the science of Positive Psychology and shaped by lived experience, research, and compassionate, trauma-informed coaching. I understand the impact of overwhelming experiences and the ways they can shape how we see ourselves and the world. I create safe, supportive spaces where clients feel respected, resourced, and able to explore at their own pace, always led by their needs and goals.
I hold a Master’s degree with distinction in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology from the University of East London, and I recently submitted my PhD, which explores how adults bereaved by suicide can be supported through holistic, non-clinical practices that foster wellbeing, embodiment, and posttraumatic growth.
Posttraumatic Growth
Psychological trauma can result from deeply distressing experiences, such as losing someone to suicide, surviving abuse, witnessing violence, experiencing a serious accident, receiving a life-altering diagnosis, or living through a natural disaster. These events can overwhelm a person’s ability to cope and leave lasting emotional impacts. Trauma can leave individuals with a range of psychological and emotional symptoms, including guilt, shock, confusion, anxiety, fear, mood swings, and, in some cases, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While trauma symptoms can likely fade as individuals process the unsettling events, recovery, healing and growth take time. Each person and community heals at their own pace, emphasising the need for patience and compassionate support during this process.
Posttraumatic Growth
In the aftermath of trauma, there is also the potential for Posttraumatic Growth - a concept describing the profound positive psychological changes that can emerge from struggling with highly challenging life circumstances. Unlike simply returning to a pre-trauma state, posttraumatic growth represents an extraordinary transformation, often leading to personal and profound improvements.
This universal phenomenon, reported across cultures, shows strong evidence that individuals and communities can experience significant growth after trauma. Those who experience posttraumatic growth often report positive changes in areas such as:
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Personal Strength: Recognising an inner strength and capacity to endure.
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Relating to Others: Building deeper, more meaningful connections.
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New Possibilities: Discovering new opportunities and directions in life.
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Appreciation of Life: Cultivating a greater sense of gratitude and presence.
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The Body: Awareness and reconnecting with the body.
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Spiritual and Existential Changes: Finding deeper meaning, purpose, or faith.
Trauma, while deeply painful, can also serve as a catalyst for meaningful growth and transformation, empowering individuals to rebuild their lives with newfound strength and purpose.
Coaching For Wellbeing and Posttraumatic Growth..
If your experience of trauma or suicide loss has changed the way you see the world, reshaped your sense of purpose, or made you reflect more deeply on what truly matters, you may be ready to explore how to move forward with clarity and intention. This can be a powerful turning point — a chance to grow, rediscover meaning, and create lasting change in your life.
As a trauma-informed coaching psychologist with a focus on posttraumatic growth, I support individuals and groups who are navigating the impact of trauma in its many forms. I work with those who feel ready, or simply curious, about what healing and growth could look like for them. Through personalised coaching sessions, I offer thoughtful and compassionate support to help you reconnect with yourself, rebuild after loss, and take meaningful steps towards a life shaped by strength, purpose, and possibility.
If this speaks to you, I invite you to book a free 45-minute discovery call using the link below. I currently have limited spaces available for one-to-one coaching, and this call is a gentle space for us to connect, explore what you’re looking for, and see if working together feels right.
