tina smith
Women face ongoing, multiple transitions as they navigate their intertwining
family and professional worlds. I create a supported, safe space which allows
women to devote the time and energy they need for themselves. In a supported
space where my clients are given permission to be their true, imperfect, unique
selves, free of judgement, blame and expectation. In this space my clients are
more effectively able to plot the course to their own happiest life. In being
able to truly connect with what we value most we are more able to be brave and
be empowered to follow our own unique path to positive change. I have
particularly enjoyed my recent work with the UK Armed Forces Spouses in a
Personal Development programme I designed for them, as they are not only facing
multiple transitions, but also have the added stresses which comes with having a
serving spouse. Becoming a coach I hold both a Bachelor of Science Degree with
honours (Monash University, Melbourne) and a Graduate Diploma of Environmental
Management (Deakin University, Melbourne), I spent over a decade making a
difference in the environmental sustainability field in both Australia and the
UK. Empowering groups and individuals through facilitation, I made a natural
transition to the coaching world, and undertook research into the impact of
combining sound facilitation techniques with coaching. I use this very powerful
combination to create bespoke group coaching and training programmes for my
clients. These programmes alongside one to one coaching inspire my clients to
reach their full potential in any direction they choose: career transition,
creating space for their own wellbeing, focusing on family or pursuing lifelong
goals. My depth of global experience across many sectors such as policy,
strategic planning and on the ground action informs my already systemic way of
thinking. Wide travels combined with expat experiences on three continents have
nurtured my empathy and curiosity. I take every opportunity to be involved in
projects that will make a real difference to people’s lives.
