Kind, brave ways of working — without burning out
We help people and organisations create healthier, more humane ways of working, grounded in kindness, courage and real-world psychology.
MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Hey, I'm Helen!
If you’re feeling stretched, tired, or quietly questioning how work has become this hard, you’re not alone.
My work supports people who care deeply about what they do, and want to lead, work and support others without sacrificing their wellbeing.
How We Help
Coaching
Thoughtful, supportive coaching for individuals, leaders and teams navigating burnout, change, confidence and values-led work.
1:1 · group · team coaching
Talks & Workshops
Engaging, practical sessions on kindness, wellbeing, leadership, neuroinclusion and sustainable working — delivered for organisations, conferences and teams.
Keynotes · workshops · NHS & public sector friendly
Empower
Ongoing professional development for library and information professionals — practical, inclusive training without overwhelm.
Who We Work With
We work with:
NHS and public sector organisations
universities and libraries
leaders, managers and teams from any sector
individuals at points of change or burnout
Our approach is:
trauma-aware
inclusive and strengths-based
grounded in psychology and lived experience
practical, not performative
You don’t need to know exactly what you need yet.
If you’re curious about working together, we can start with a simple conversation.
Kindness isn’t about being softer.
It’s about creating work that’s sustainable, human and brave enough to last.
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