Stories
Real experiences from people I’ve worked with
Facing a career change
after 20 years
Before coaching with Maria, I was considering a major change but felt stuck - overthinking everything and unsure what to do.
Through our sessions, she helped me slow down and untangle my thoughts. With her thoughtful questions, things became clearer and I started to feel more confident about what I really wanted.
“I went from overthinking everything to feeling clear and confident in my next steps”
What I appreciated most was that Maria helped me find my own answers rather than telling me what to do. I left feeling clear and motivated about my next steps.
Rethinking what felt like
a fixed decision
I gained insights about myself that I wasn’t expecting, and had the space to explore more deeply both - in my mind and instinctively.
My thinking shifted significantly. I had been convinced that returning to work wasn’t right for me, but through the process that began to change, and what initially felt overwhelming became far more manageable.
“What once felt overwhelming became clear and manageable”
Maria has a real gift for asking the right questions and gently guiding the conversation in a way that challenges you to think about what you truly want. I’m incredibly grateful for her support.
Redefining career and
motherhood on my own terms
After having a baby, I was facing a return to work in an uncertain industry and felt unsure how to balance career and motherhood.
I realised I had been holding onto assumptions about what I should do, without really considering what I wanted or what would work best for me. That shift allowed me to approach decisions with more clarity and confidence.
“I’m now making decisions based on what works for me – not what I think I should do.”
I now feel comfortable exploring different ways of working, without feeling fixed to one path. I also feel more assured in my abilities and no longer question whether I can do my job.
What stood out most was having the space to think openly and without judgement. I was guided to find my own answers — which made the outcomes feel far more meaningful.
More stories
Reframing an internal struggle
I went into coaching unsure about what could be achieved in just three sessions. The experience proved invaluable.
I was able to step back and reframe something that had been sitting with me - and troubling me - for years. Those thoughts no longer carry the same weight. Instead of getting caught in them, I’m able to notice them and move on.
“I feel more accepting of myself and more confident in how I approach decisions.”
Maria was perceptive, thoughtful and deeply attentive. I left each session feeling clearer, lighter and more empowered. It genuinely felt like I had worked through something meaningful.
From self-doubt to self-worth
Before coaching, I was in a very dark place. My happiness was at an all-time low and my inner critic was the only voice I could hear.
I felt stuck in a cycle of self-doubt and in an environment that wasn’t right for me. Through the coaching process, that began to shift. By the end of our sessions, I felt like a different person: more resilient and more grounded.
“I am now far more able to navigate life’s challenges.”
I came away with a toolkit of strategies and, for the first time in a long time, a genuine sense of self-worth. I’m incredibly grateful for the support, perspective and space Maria created throughout.
Understanding what drives me
Through coaching, I gained insights about myself that I wasn’t expecting — particularly through the values-based work.
It helped me distinguish between beliefs that support me and those that hold me back, and gave me a clearer understanding of what drives my decisions. I now feel more able to step back, reflect, and respond with greater awareness.
“I have a much clearer understanding of what drives my decisions.”
I’ve developed a stronger sense of how to approach change and take action in a way that feels considered and aligned. Maria creates a calm, open space. Her ability to listen and gently guide the conversation builds trust and allows things to unfold naturally.