Vanessa Hammond

Hello and Welcome,

I work on line, usaully ZOOM, so we can meet regardless of any access issues, or where you are in the world.

I work with adults so you would need to be 18 or above.

I offer sessions throughout the week.

I look forward to meeting you and hearing about what you have going on. I offer a space between counselling and coaching so that we can move between the two styles depending on what you need in the moment.

As a BACP accredited therapist I can provide a regular time and space for you to talk about your troubles and explore difficult feelings in an environment that is dependable, confidential and free from intrusion. I will respect your viewpoint while supporting you to deal with specific problems, cope with crises, improve your relationships, or develop easier ways of living. We may explore what might be holding you back and discover ways of being that are more in tune with what you need. You might see this as a journey with me alongside you.

Sessions usually take place once a week. Making this regular commitment to work together gives you a better chance of finding out why you are having difficulties.

About me

Since completing a degree, I have over twenty years' experience in various roles as an English teacher in Colombia, a Spanish Teacher at a secondary school, Employment Facilitator, Careers Adviser, Carer for a terminally ill family member, Lighter Life Group Counsellor, NHS Counsellor and Private Counsellor, Coach and Hypnotherapist. I find it rewarding to work closely with individuals on various health and emotional issues to promote their well-being and achieve their goals.

By using a blend of counselling, coaching and by being in tune with what you are feeling, you can then take time to choose how you wish to respond and behave. You may even decide that you don't have the resources right now to make the changes you wish for, or you may start a process of accepting yourself as a fallible human being who does not get things right all of the time. That process of understanding may help you to live more comfortably with yourself.

I work all week, and have morning, afternoon, and evening appointments. 

Hello and Welcome to my Coaching Profile

I work with online platforms such as Zoom, so it doesn’t matter where in the world you are.

I work with adults, so you would need to be at least 18 for us to work together.

I'm so pleased you are considering making an investment into your well-being. 

 A coaching approach would be suitable if you wish to explore what you want from your life, how to make it more rewarding or fulfilling. This approach would focus more on the ‘here and now’, rather than delving deeply into what makes you, you.

The process of coaching is to enable you to become more authentically yourself and less driven by external conditioning.

In the first session you will be given the time and space to consider your goals. Then we would explore them in sessions of counselling or coaching, or perhaps a combination of the two. 

I offer a free 30 minute meeting to see if we could work well together. In the time you will be given the time and space to consider your goals. Then we would explore them in sessions.

These areas may warrant a coaching approach:

• Lifestyle changes / habits

• Starting that project you’ve been meaning to work on

• Coping with change in your life

• Defining success and meaning for yourself

• Developing confidence, self esteem and a positive body image

• Developing your spirituality

• Finding the motivation to move yourself into action

• Finding your career direction

• Finding your purpose in life, and your potential to make a contribution to the world

• Fulfilling your potential in the work place

• Introducing more fun into your life

• Maintaining momentum for study

• Managing stress and finding ways to relax

• Managing your energy and time

• Overcoming blocks and moving towards your goals

• Reviewing your life and your priorities

• Setting up as self employed

• Making new friends, dating and finding a partner