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Where do you find the courage to do things differently and what does it really mean to coach in a trauma-informed way?
In this episode, Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Mandy Manners, award-winning trauma-informed coach and supervisor-in-training. Mandy shares her journey from education in France to recovery coaching, and how lived experience of trauma, addiction, and burnout shaped her coaching ethos.
Together they explore the ethics of supervision and building a practice rooted in wellbeing rather than social media "shoulds" with honest reflection and powerful stories throughout.
Highlights:
01:41 Meet our guest - Mandy Manners
02:59 Balancing work and family during life transitions
04:58 Mandy Manners: from higher education in France to burnout and coaching
07:42 From addiction leading to coach training and sobriety
09:08 The impact of coaching: hope, trauma, and moving forward
15:12 Organisational coaching: challenging definitions of success
16:27 Volunteering with She Recovers
18:04 Making intentional choices about marketing for well-being
19:59 Letting go of guilt over social media presence
21:09 The value of in-person connection and collaboration
22:15 Authenticity in practice: modelling what you teach
23:17 Why trauma-informed coach supervision is essential for integrity
28:18 Shaping change from behind the scenes
33:19 Advice for coaches considering supervision training: "Go for it, trust your instinct"
35:09 Summing up: connection, support, authenticity, hope, care, and being a "rebel" in coaching
Keywords:
Recovery, Trauma-informed, Supervision, Authenticity, Coaching, Burnout, Connection
Connect with us here:
Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
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Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
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Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Mandy Manners:
Mandy Manners is an award-winning, trauma-informed Life and Recovery Coach and an ICF PCC-accredited practitioner. She works primarily with socially driven organisations through her role with Real Clear Coaching, offering wellbeing, leadership, and development coaching. In her private practice, Mandy supports individuals seeking to improve their wellbeing, build stress resilience, navigate behaviour change, and sustain addiction recovery.
A respected trainer and facilitator, Mandy teaches at The Coaching Academy and delivers specialist training for Alcohol Change UK where she also serves as an ambassador as well as First Aid for Mental Health. She has co-authored two books on sobriety, hosts The Recovery & The Rest Podcast, and is a sought-after speaker and podcast guest. Mandy also volunteers as a Trusted Advisor in Education and Pedagogy and is a designated coach for the She Recovers Foundation. She has just completed her Supervision Diploma training with The Coaching Catalysts and will qualify later this year.
Connect with Mandy:
Website: https://www.mandymanners.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandy-manners-pcc-633524192/
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To continue the Coaching Catalysts fifth anniversary celebration, co-hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall are joined by community members Celine Adout and Annie Knowles, both supervisees in the Supervision Collective.
Celine Adout shares her journey from advising across continents to working with high-stakes leaders and developing her own decision-making methodology, while Annie Knowles reflects on her transition from decades in the NHS to sobriety coaching after personal experience with burnout and change.
This episode dives into career pivots, the impact of burnout, and how supervision fosters ethical practice and community for coaches at every stage. Expect authentic stories, reflections on personal growth, and insight into the unique approaches both guests bring to coaching and life itself.
Highlights:
00:02 Meet the guests: Celine Adout & Annie Knowles
03:02 Annie Knowles: From NHS radiographer to sobriety coach
05:57 Celine Adout: Diverse careers and coaching "finding" her
12:28 Burnout, fresh starts, and the journey into coaching
18:03 How sobriety and self-care shaped Annie Knowles's coaching focus
21:37 Using coaching approaches in healthcare settings
25:12 Annie Knowles's book release: "Why We Drink Too Much"
27:51 Celine Adout on her methodology and upcoming book "Adversary Advantage"
34:00 Different ways to coach - challenge, support, and ethical clarity
36:53 Why supervision matters for new and experienced coaches
46:07 Two-word check out from the guests and hosts
Key words:
Supervision, coaching, burnout, methodology, sobriety, ethics, support, community, assumptions, accountability
Connect with us here:
Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
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Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
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Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp:
https://wa.me/15557022689
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About Celine Adout
Celine is the founder of Coaching Achievement Ltd, an advisory practice
built around one question: what stops leaders from committing to the
decisions they know they need to make?. She established her business from her experience across ‘fields and countries’ in advisory engagements, followed by 15 years as an executive learning coach.
Connect with Celine:
Website: https://www.coachingachievement.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/celineadout/
Book: Adversary Advantage (available for pre-order)
About Annie Knowles:
Annie is a life and alcohol-free coach working with midlife women,
particularly professionals, who are questioning their relationship with
alcohol and want to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. Her
coaching focuses on helping clients move from habitual, automatic
behaviours to more conscious, values-led choices. Annie integrates
behaviour change, neuroscience, and a holistic approach, including
reflection, mindset, and mind-body awareness, to support sustainable
Change.
Connect with Annie:
Website: https://www.annieknowlescoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-knowles-26b83597/
Book: Why We Drink Too Much
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To mark their 5th birthday, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by community members Emma Lee and Vanessa Parpinel, who are both supervisees in the Coaching Catalysts Supervision Collective.
Emma shares how perimenopause sparked her transition into midlife mindset coaching, while Vanessa reflects on leaving a global flight attendant career to become an NLP practitioner and holistic coach.
Together, they explore career reinvention, the value of supervision, and the power of community. Expect honest reflections, top tips for new coaches, and an inspiring reminder that trusting your unique path makes all the difference.
Highlights:
00:15 Meet the guests: Emma Lee & Vanessa Parpinel
03:58 Emma Lee: Perimenopause led to training in coaching
08:15 Vanessa Parpinel: Flight attendant life, and the leap into coaching
13:37 Holding space and the impact of energy in group supervision
14:37 Emma Lee on coaching women through menopause
20:14 Vanessa Parpinel on burnout and helping people move forward
24:31 Why it’s good to invest in supervision before qualifying
29:09 The role of challenge, community, and authentic connection in supervision
33:24 The power of in-person meetups & building coaching networks
38:08 Every coach’s unique path & importance of action
40:06 Two-word reflections
Key words:
Coaching, supervision, transitions, midlife women, burnout, confidence, mindset, personal growth, career change, menopause, community, connection, holistic practice, resilience, support, wellbeing, energy, learning, peer support
Connect with us here:
Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
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Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
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Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp:
https://wa.me/15557022689
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About Vanessa Parpinel:
Vanessa is a wellbeing and holistic coach, life coach, NLP practitioner, mentor, and certified Mental Health First Aider with MHFA England. She supports individuals through major life transitions, burnout, and periods of deep personal change, offering grounded, compassionate support rooted in emotional safety.
Before coaching, Vanessa spent 18 years as a flight attendant, navigating constant pressure and demanding environments, giving her a first-hand insight into chronic fatigue, burnout, and the discomfort of staying in a life that no longer fits. She is especially drawn to working with those who feel stuck or afraid to leave familiar patterns behind.
Connect with Vanessa:
Website: coachingodyssey.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vanessa-parpinel-46063933b/
About Emma Lee:
Emma helps her clients choose themselves, step into their potential, and become the main character of their own story. Her approach centres on mindset, beliefs, and the unhelpful stories people tell themselves based on past experiences. These thoughts can feel very real but they are not always true or accurate. By shifting that inner narrative, Emma acts as a catalyst, building momentum to help individuals move forward with clarity, confidence, and energy. Emma works with adults, teenagers, schools, and businesses, tailoring her approach to each person or group.
Connect with Emma:
Website: https://www.emmalee.life/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmalee-mindsetcoach/
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What does it look like to continuously grow as a coach and what happens when you step into the world of professional supervision?
In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with two long-standing members of the Coaching Catalysts community, Tracey Croucher-Clark,accredited executive and developmental coach, and Amy Kranz, spiritual life and transitions coach.
Tracey Croucher-Clark and Amy Kranz are both supervisees and supervisors-in-training on the Catalysts’ professional Supervision Diploma. They share honest stories of how they entered the coaching world, why supervision has become pivotal in their journeys, and the evolution of their coaching practices from working internally with organisations to supporting young people and fellow coaches.
You’ll hear inspiring lessons on finding your “fit” in coaching, the importance of community, and why supervision is the “missing link” that sustains new (and seasoned) coaches.
Highlights:
00:17 Meet the guests: Tracey Croucher-Clark & Amy Kranz
02:46 Amy Kranz: From Beijing isolation to finding her coaching tribe
04:51 The journey from educator to coach and into creative adventures
08:36 Tracey Croucher-Clark: Preparing for retirement, finding her “tribe,” and the courage to trust
13:13 Introducing coach supervision in public sector organisations
14:19 Supporting young people returning to education
17:04 Why train as a supervisor? Supervision as the next “meta” step
20:59 Supervision as the essential support network for coaches
25:11 What every coach needs to know: You are your own first client
26:45 Niches: let them evolve as you do
27:45 Harnessing vision, courage, and taking small steps
32:11 Two-word checkout
Key words:
Coaching, supervision, leadership, professional development, community, transitions, confidence, creativity, belonging, public sector, education, growth, resilience, self-coaching, support, wellbeing, creative blocks, international schools, personal evolution
Connect with us here:
Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
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Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
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Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp:
https://wa.me/15557022689
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About Tracey Croucher-Clark:
Tracey Croucher-Clark is the founder of The Compass Coach, with over 28 years of public sector experience. She works across three specialist areas: coaching neurodivergent and anxious young people to build resilience and re-engage with learning; providing confidential supervision for leaders and coaches in education, public services, and charities; and delivering inspiring workshops on coaching, mindset, and the conscious and unconscious mind. She is also co-founder of NT Coaching, delivering a whole-systems approach to wellbeing in schools across NE Hampshire.
About Amy Kranz:
Amy Kranz is the founder of Clear Path, a Spiritual Life & Transitions Coaching practice specialising in cross-cultural communication and unblocking creative blocks. She is passionate about empowering women of a certain age to take on solo international travel adventures that could just change their lives.
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What happens when the role of “mother” or “caregiver” overshadows your sense of self?
In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with long-standing friend and member of the Catalysts, accredited life coach, and author of I’m Fine, Leonora Found. This is an honest, laughter-filled conversation about identity, emotional growth, and the power of community.
Leonora shares her journey from industrial psychology and communications into full-time motherhood and then into coaching. She reveals how her lived experiences and struggles with confidence, burnout, and identity shaped her mission: to support parents in raising emotionally literate families, starting with themselves.
Together, the trio explore how supervision, community, and self-coaching feed personal and professional growth, the realities (and hilarious moments!) of parenting through every stage, and why self-care matters for everyone.
Whether you’re a parent, coach, leader, carer, or simply someone juggling the needs of others with your own development, this episode offers heartfelt stories and brilliant practical advice.
Highlights:
01:29 Introducing Leonora Found: how motherhood redefined her identity
02:43 Losing confidence and sense of self “under the hood” of motherhood
04:40 The data: stats on maternal overload and role confusion
08:35 The importance of supervision and community
10:04 The ripple effect: why you actually parent better when you prioritise your own growth
12:46 The catalyst: how The Collective and supervision fueled Leonora’s transformation
15:02 The value of group supervision, even when not actively coaching
16:53 Raising emotionally resilient families: starting with mums
19:37 I’m Fine: the core message and motivation behind the book
21:10 Parental emotional growth: central, not optional
23:35 Parenting teens and young adults and filling the support gap
28:47 Bringing emotional literacy workshops into schools and beyond
31:03 Supporting parents (and educators) is key to build resilient families
32:11 Two-word checkout.
Key words:
Parenting, emotional literacy, self-care, coaching, motherhood, identity, burnout, confidence, supervision, group coaching, resilience, growth, raising children, parental guilt, storytelling, learning, self-reflection, family
Connect with us here:
Website: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
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Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service: https://page.thecoachingcatalysts.com/the-collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
For ICF mentoring: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
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Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp:
https://wa.me/15557022689
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About Leonora Found
Leonora Found is an author and life coach who helps mothers better understand themselves, their emotions, and their relationships. Her work focuses on helping women slow down, reconnect with their needs, and create stronger emotional connections within families.
She is the author of I’m Fine, which explores the emotional labour and identity shifts of motherhood, offering practical tools for emotional awareness and communication at home.
Through Leonora Found Coaching, she works with mothers and young people to strengthen understanding and emotional connection within families, and is currently expanding her work into schools to support stronger relationships between students, parents, and educators.
Connect with Leonora:
Website: https://leonorafound.com/author/
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What does it really mean to be a “proper coach” today? In a world of shifting accreditation, rapidly changing technology, and evolving communities, the answer is anything but simple.
In this episode, Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Janine Waldman, director and co-owner of The Solutions Focus and Membership Director of APEX (the Association for Professional Executive Coaching and Supervision), to explore coaching in the real world. Janine shares her journey from HR and L&D to solution-focused coaching, a practical, no-nonsense approach built on one idea: find what works and do more of it.
They also tackle AI head-on. Not as a replacement, but as a sharp thinking partner that challenges assumptions and deepens reflection. The result? A candid, grounded conversation about staying human, relevant, and effective in a rapidly changing coaching landscape.
Highlights:
01:40 How Sarah first met Janine.
03:39 How Janine discovered coaching.
05:52 What is a "solutions focus" approach?
08:17 Why does a “solution focus” approach create positive change for clients?
09:30 Janine recommends her books “Positively Speaking” and “The Resilience Pocketbook” for coaches interested in solutions focus.
12:16 Janine shares her excitement about using AI tools to reflect on and analyse her coaching practice.
13:13 How AI can be a useful thinking partner but cautions against relying on it without human judgment.
16:07 Coaching should be a distinct profession, accessible to people from varying backgrounds, not just psychologists.
17:07 The importance of accreditation.
19:36 Janine’s new role as membership director of APEX
21:47 ICF membership, the value of community and learning from peers.
24:20 The keys to essential professional growth: community, peer education and supervision.
25:32 Two-word takeaways
Key Words: Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing,
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
For ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Janine Waldman
Janine is an executive coach and leadership consultant with first-hand experience of leading in complex, high-pressure environments across a 25-year career. Her background is in HR and OD roles, and she counts brands such as Accenture, Warner Brothers and BNP Paribas among her portfolio of clients.
Janine is passionate about creating a confidential space for leaders to think clearly about how they’re perceived, their impact and what they want to shift. She’s a lifelong believer in people’s ability to surprise themselves, working in a direct and practical way to bring about lasting change.
Connect with Janine:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/
Website: https://www.right.com/en/
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What does it mean to truly embed coaching at the heart of organisational wellbeing and development? In this energising episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Kirsty Duncan, Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing at ITV and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. The conversation is a deep dive into how one leader is helping build a thriving, strengths-based coaching culture from the inside out, while growing her own independent coaching practice along the way.
Kirsty shares her journey from qualifying as a coach during lockdown, to rolling out group coaching programmes focused on wellbeing, resilience, and positive psychology across ITV. She opens up about her commitment to continuous development (including recent positive psychology training) and how it’s impacted both her confidence as a coach and the effectiveness of her work with leaders, managers, and peers.
The discussion explores the value of group and peer support, the practicalities (and challenges) of running an internal coaching pool, and the importance of ongoing community for coaches at any stage of their journey.
Highlights:
01:21 Kirsty Duncan shares her journey into coaching and her role at ITV
03:09 Why wellbeing is at the centre of coaching programmes, and how group coaching builds peer support
04:39 How training in positive psychology has shaped Kirsty’s coaching philosophy and toolkit
06:31 "More good days by design" and how to intentionally create more of them
07:53 The impact of ongoing learning and upskilling for coaches
08:52 How strengths-based coaching is creating tangible shifts
10:49 Building and sustaining an internal coaching pool
13:20 The real challenges: Time, scalability, and maintaining growth
14:15 Kirsty’s story of how being coached through a challenging transition led to her training as a coach
16:46 It’s not just about what happens during that 1 hour coaching session
18:11 Growing an independent coaching practice: What excites Kirsty about her next chapter.
Key words:
Coaching, coaching culture, positive psychology, wellbeing, resilience, group coaching, peer support, leadership development, strengths-based coaching, continuous development, internal coaching pool, community, professional growth, workplace wellbeing, more good days by design
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Kirsty Duncan:
Kirsty Duncan is a Learning and Development Professional for over 20 years, or Head of Learning, Development and Wellbeing, and founder of Kirsty Duncan Coaching. At ITV, she leads the strategy for Learning and Development across the organisation, which is designed to support colleagues in developing a career they love and building the skills they need to thrive, with wellbeing at the heart of the development strategy. She is also a qualified coach, EMCC accredited, and is currently completing a Positive Psychology in Coaching Qualification with Paseda360.
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What does the mentor coaching journey really look like, and how does it shape you as a coach? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Kim Cutler, an ICF PCC executive & leadership coach and one of the Coaching Catalyst’s beloved mentor coaches for an honest, insightful conversation about credentialing, community, and growth.
Kim shares her transformation from a demanding decade in corporate finance to building a fulfilling practice in executive and mentor coaching, sparked by her own experience as a coachee. The trio reflects on their diverse paths to ICF credentialing, what “community” really means during coach development, and why mentor coaching is so much more than a tick-box exercise.
Whether you’re a new coach considering credentialing or a seasoned practitioner looking for your next stretch, this episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and actionable advice.
Highlights:
00:57 Kim’s introduction: From corporate finance to coaching
02:30 The turning point, how a career break and coaching sparked change
05:55 The difference between a slow and all-in approach to credentialing
07:11 Learning, books, and the value of deep transformation
09:17 There’s no single “right” route to your ICF credential
10:06 Why community matters (and how to find yours)
13:46 What really happens in mentor coaching
15:21 How mentor coaching brings out your strengths (not just your weaknesses)
18:39 Navigating discomfort and moving from tick-box to transformation
22:32 Finding your unique coaching style, holding the standards, not rigidity
23:12 The future of coaching and the journey toward potential regulation
24:14 Demystifying the mentor coaching and credentialing process
28:35 Start before you’re ready, practical tips for coach development
30:20 How the Coaching Catalysts supports you every step of the way
31:00 Why collaboration, diversity in feedback, and fun matter
33:29 Two-word checkouts.
Key words:
Mentor coaching, ICF credentialing, coach development, executive coaching, PCC, ACC, coaching community, coach supervision, growth, coach support, professional standards, coaching pathways, learning, courage, finding your style, coaching practice, self-reflection, group coaching, coaching industry
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Find out more about our supervision service here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/collective
Train to become a professional coach supervisor here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervision-diploma
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
For ICF mentoring see here: https://go.thecoachingcatalysts.com/icf-mentor-coaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Kim Cutler:
Kim Cutler is a professional coach with over eight years’ experience working with executives, senior leaders, emerging talent, and professionals across sectors including finance, tech, education, and the public sector. Her coaching style is grounded, human, and quietly powerful, offering a blend of insight, challenge, and warmth.
Kim holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, is an accredited Lumina Practitioner, and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the ICF. She is also a registered ICF Mentor Coach and Assessor, supporting coaches working towards their ACC and PCC credentials.
She creates a reflective and honest space where personal insight meets practical action, helping clients grow in confidence and impact.
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What does it really take to build a thriving coaching culture inside organisations today and where does technology like AI fit in? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with Lisa Stone, Head of Coaching at Right Management and senior consultant at Talent Solutions, for an honest, wide-ranging conversation covering the real opportunities and challenges facing coaches and organisations in 2026.
Lisa shares her personal journey from balancing a long career in talent development with motherhood and adoption, to finally pursuing her formal coaching accreditation after starting out with informal guidance years earlier.
The conversation explores finding your ‘secret sauce’ as a coach and what’s changing in the coaching landscape. The rise of group and peer coaching, the growing push for diversity and inclusivity (including lived experience and neurodiversity), and how organisations can make coaching more scalable without losing the magic of human connection. This episode is packed with reflection, strategy, and practical inspiration for the future of coaching.
Highlights:
01:01 Lisa’s professional & personal story
04:19 Why Lisa was drawn to coaching and how her journey links parenting and professional development
08:09 The reality of juggling qualifications, motherhood, and career
12:23 How coaching is being integrated and how to make it scalable
14:09 Why “space” and “presence” are powerful for leaders
18:17 Where are the coaching opportunities?
21:19 Global coaching trends: AI in coaching, cultural competence, coaching sector specialisms, and neurodiversity in coaching
24:03 Being clear on what you can offer as a coach
27:08 Harnessing the power of AI in coaching
33:10 The impact of coaching for organisations
36:54 Leadership challenges: building neuroinclusive teams through coaching
40:04 The value of mentor coaching, supervision, and reflective practice
42:58 Two-word checkouts.
Key words:
Coaching, coaching cultures, global trends, leadership, mentor coaching, neurodiversity in coaching, global coaching, AI in coaching, coaching in organisations, leadership coaching, diversity and inclusion in coaching,
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Lisa Stone
Lisa is a Fellow of the CIPD and has worked as a Senior Consultant with
Right Management since 2007. Lisa has been providing development,
career and performance coaching to clients for the past eighteen years
both in the UK and globally. She works with all levels of seniority including
board level and frequently uses psychometrics and 360 feedback tools in
her coaching.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastone01/
Website: https://www.right.com/en/
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Is the buzz around “coaching culture” just hype, or are organisations really transforming performance, innovation, and staff engagement with internal coaching? In this special episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with executive coach and Internal Coaches Network founder Catherine Boddington for a conversation that’s essential listening for anyone invested in organisational growth.
From her unexpected journey out of law and into the world of talent development, Catherine shares the pivotal moments that shaped her approach to internal coaching and how cultivating in-house coaching capability delivers measurable change from retention to revenue. They discuss cutting-edge research, real-world success stories, and candidly explore why some organisations embrace coaching (and why others hesitate). Listen to discover how internal coaching can become a powerful catalyst for sustainable growth.
Highlights:
00:00 Meet internal coaching expert Catherine Boddington
02:20 Catherine’s journey from law into building internal coaching networks
04:11 How career transitions sparked her passion for coaching
07:10 How tech and individualised work have set new trends in coaching
10:10 Coaching for all: From “exec perks” to democratised growth
14:24 The benefits of building a coaching culture
18:04 Internal coaching boosts productivity, innovation, and staff retention
23:31 Why some companies hesitate and how to build buy-in to coaching
26:25 The reality of embedding a coaching culture
33:44 The challenges internal coaches face
38:36 Why supervision matters (especially for internal coaches)
42:16 How to connect with Catherine and the Internal Coaches Network
43:09 Two-word checkout
46:07 Where to find more resources and keep the conversation going.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Catherine Boddington
Catherine is a coaching and consulting professional who leads both the Internal Coach Network and her own practice, Boddington Coaching & Consulting. She runs a vibrant community for internal coaches, providing a space to share insights, collaborate, and learn from one another.
Connect with Catherine:
Website: https://www.boddington-cc.co.uk/coaching
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As a coach, how can you practice ethically in an industry that’s largely unregulated? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Dr. Benita Mayhead, executive coach, supervisor, and author of Duty of Care in Coaching. Together, they dive deep into what it means to practice ethically in a largely unregulated industry, exploring Benita’s pioneering research on “duty of care”, both how coaches understand it and how it shows up in their practice.
Benita, Rebecca and Sarah explore the evolution of ethics in coaching, the increasing complexity of work faced by experienced practitioners, and predictions for the profession’s future, including the growing prominence of supervision.
The episode encourages coaches to reflect on their own sense of responsibility, learning, and curiosity, and reminds us all of the power of collaboration and care, both for clients and for ourselves as practitioners.
Highlights:
02:56: Benita shares the origin story of her book, Duty of Care in Coaching
05:20 Benita’s doctoral research shines a light on what duty of care means to practitioners
07:39 A crucial explanation of duty of care
09:50 Duty of care shows up in multifaceted ways in coaching
11:38 Benita notes the importance of supervision, especially as coaches become more experienced and handle more complex cases
16:43 There is a growing focus on our duty of care in light of AI and digital advancements
20:50 Benita predicts continued fragmentation in the coaching industry but also a growth in the focus on supervision
24:08 The importance of supervision from a legal perspective.
29:09 Insight into coaching practice: Benita and her team focus on deep-dives with leaders
30:04 Two-word checkout.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Dr Benita Mayhead:
Dr. Benita Mayhead has been in the field of learning and development since the 1980s, beginning her career in human resources within large corporates. Today, she enjoys her role as an executive coach and coach supervisor, collaborating with mid to senior level leaders, teams and fellow coaches.
Benita has an MA and a professional doctorate in coaching and mentoring, both obtained from Oxford Brookes University. Her doctoral research focused on the ethics and duty of care of executive coaches. Her research has been published in various journals, and in 2023, Henley Business School honoured her with the Research Paper of the Year award for one of her contributions. She continues to write, and a book is underway.
Her two daughters, family and friends come first for Benita, as does keeping fit and well. Living in Surrey with her husband, she can be found out walking with her dogs, most often at sunrise.
Connect with Benita:
Website: https://benitamayhead.com/
Social Media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/benita-mayhead-840ab95/
https://www.instagram.com/thedutyofcarecoach/
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What’s it like to be a Master Certified Coach? In this episode of Coaching Catalysts, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall welcome Lise Bruynooghe, former president of ICF UK and current board member for ICF Global Enterprise, and founder of Profound Consulting. The conversation journeys through Lise Bruynooghe's story from economist and banker to becoming a masterful executive coach. Together they explore the transformative power of coaching, and Lise’s passion for nature-based methodologies, and the importance of ongoing development.
Tune in to listen to candid reflections on the real challenges and joys of credentialing with the ICF, the value of supervision and mentor coaching, and the vital but often overlooked need for business acumen among coaches.
Highlights:
00:00 Rebecca and Lise Bruynooghe share how they first connected online
02:13 Lise describes her journey into executive coaching
08:44 Lise’s approach and coaching methodology
13:05 How trust and intuition in coaching grow with experience
15:31 Lise’s “love and hate” experience of achieving Master Certified Coach status
17:42 The power of listening back to your own coaching sessions
24:51 Ethics, growth, and self-care are key in mentoring and coaching
28:15 “Who are you as a coach? And why did you choose that?”
29:46 Business challenges for coaches and how a passion for coaching often isn't enough for financial success
35:24 Two-word check-out
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Lise Bruynooghe:
Lise Bruynooghe is an essential partner to fast-thinking, high-performing and often unconventional leaders, much like a world-class sports coach to elite athletes.
A Master Certified Coach with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and former senior executive at the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, she spent her career leading transformation in complex, global systems.
Lise currently chairs the ICF Global Enterprise Board, founded the Lise Bruynooghe Academy, and is a globally recognised speaker on leadership, entrepreneurship, and transformation, including on TEDx.
Connect with Lise:
Website:
www.lisebruynooghe.com
Social Media:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisebruynooghe/
https://www.instagram.com/lise.bruynooghe
https://www.tiktok.com/@lise.bruynooghe
https://youtube.com/@lisebruynooghe
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Ever wondered what it’s really like to supervise the supervisors? In this episode, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel welcome their much-admired supervisor for the Supervision Collective, Crystal Small.
Crystal shares how her journey weaves together a passion for psychology, leadership in the Metropolitan Police, and a deep commitment to helping others unlock growth. From her very first mentorship experience at a sickle cell charity to the transformative impact of formal coach training, Crystal opens up about the spark that ignited her love for coaching and why that passion keeps burning brighter.
Highlights:
00:00 Intro: Meet Crystal Small, PCC coach and supervisor for both hosts
01:19 The different ways coaching touches every part of a coach’s life
02:17 Inside scoop on what it’s like to supervise the hosts!
03:15 Crystal’searly mentoring experience at a sickle cell charity
05:11 How formal coaching study can transform you professionally and personally
06:54 The transformative power of coaching during early career stages
09:34 Why supervision is an ‘ethical must’
12:59 Honouring each supervisee’s uniqueness
17:55 The deep trust and safety in monthly supervision
27:00 Crystal’s ‘Leak proof coaching and supervision’ style
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Crystal Small:
Crystal Small is the founder of International Steps Ltd, qualified in Transformational & Corporate Coaching. Having trained at Animas and the International Centre for Coaching Supervision, she is also a coaching supervisor.
Crystal’s previous career with the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) found her in various senior positions. With a firm belief in who we are is how we lead: coaching took centre stage for allowing for reflective practice and insight to grow individuals and teams.
Connect with Crystal:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-small-pcc-0943a015a/
Website: Home | Intentional Steps
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What does it take to build a coaching culture in a region full of momentum, ambition, and untapped potential?
In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel sit down with two visionary leaders shaping the future of coaching in the Middle East: Dr. Aysha Albuzmait and Dr. Abeer AlRasbi. As coaches and supervisors-in-training, they are at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry, one where ethical practice, professional supervision, and courageous leadership are becoming essential.
Highlights:
00:00 Meet Dr. Abeer AlRasbi and Dr. Aysha Albuzmait,
03:36 The journey from education, law, and media into coaching
05:57 How coaching led to founding businesses and new passions
07:37 Bringing leadership and personal growth to the centre of coaching
10:02 Becoming thought leaders in coaching supervision in the Middle East
13:04 Dr. Abeer AlRasbi’s transformation story
16:16 What’s changed and what’s next in the UAE/Middle East
20:05 Why supervision is an emerging field
23:26 Hopes for the next 10 years
28:29 The strong business case for supervision.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Dr. Abeer AlRasbi
Dr. Abeer AlRasbi is an experienced and certified international Coach, Trainer, and Speaker with the John Maxwell Leadership Academy. She provides transformational coaching and leadership development experiences by working on a holistic model that integrates self-leadership, emotional intelligence, cultural values, and growth strategies. Through her work, Dr. Abeer enables individuals and teams to enhance self-awareness, overcome challenges, set meaningful goals, and create sustainable impact in both their personal and professional lives.
As the Founder and CEO of Erteqa for Training and Development, she mentors and empowers leaders across sectors by inspiring them to embrace conscious leadership, building resilient mindsets, and holding them accountable to implement the positive choices needed to thrive in fast-changing environments.
Connect with Dr. Abeer:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-abeeralrasbi/
About Dr. Aysha Albusmait:
Dr. Aysha AlBusmait is a highly accomplished professional known for her expertise in coaching, communication, and crisis management. With a Ph.D. in Mass Communication and a Master's in Sport Management,
As she excels as a Career & Business Coach, certified in DISC and NLP. Her international recognition extends to Relationship Management, Customer Service, and Crisis Management, showcasing a versatile skill set. Beyond coaching, with a background in procurement and government leadership, she stands out as a well-rounded figure. Actively contributing to women's sports committees, academia, and media for over 30 years.
Connect with Dr. Aysha:
Website: https://www.nciuae.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nciuae
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What happens when you take the leap from a successful career into coaching and then stretch yourself even further into supervision? In this inspiring episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel are joined by Jacqueline Lawrence, ICF PCC coach, mentor, and coach supervisor, for an honest and energising conversation about growth, bravery, and self-care in the coaching profession.
Jackie shares her unique path from banking law to coaching, the “side hustle” that turned into a calling, and how she navigated launching her coaching business right before the pandemic. They explore the transition from coach to supervisor, the importance of stretching out of the comfort zone, and why supervision is truly “self care for coaches.”
Highlights:
00:00 Intro: Meet Jacqueline Lawrence, expert coach and supervisor for Coaching Catalyst Supervision Collective
01:10 Jacqueline’s journey
04:46 Building a coaching business before/during Covid,
06:22 Why, when, and how Jacqueline shifted into supervision
09:21 The impact of supervision
13:03 Cultivating creativity in coaching & supervision
14:26 What makes the Coaching Catalyst Collective so special
18:11 Supervision as self-care for coaches
20:55 Creating a calm, safe, and present supervision space
25:16 The value of being a supervisee
30:02 Why every coach can benefit from supervision
33:21 Special announcement: New supervision group in UAE & the Middle East
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Jacqueline Lawrence:
Jacqueline is an ICF-PCC coach, coach mentor and coach supervisor, who works with upcoming and current leaders, helping them to leverage their strengths and values, develop effective leadership capabilities and conflict management skills. She has coached leaders and professionals across various industries globally, including overseas government organisations.
She has a background in law, as a UK-qualified lawyer with 15+ years’ experience working in the legal, financial services, and technology sectors. Her career has included strategic advisory roles, including serving on risk and remediation committees for major banks.
Jacqueline splits her time between the United Kingdom and the United Arab Emirates, offering a global perspective in her work with international clients. Outside of coaching, she enjoys travelling, and actively supports local community initiatives and charity events.
Connect with Jacqueline:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackie-lawrence-p-factorcoaching/
Website: https://p-factorcoaching.com/
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How does weaving together mediation and coaching unlock deeper transformation for clients? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel welcome Polly Walker, coach, mediator, and member of the Supervision Collective, for a rich exploration of conflict resolution, leadership challenges, and the power of curiosity.
Polly shares her unique journey from mainstream teaching to working with excluded youth, her transition into mediation and restorative practices, and how coaching skills have been core throughout. Together, they discuss bringing joy and fun into coaching work, the challenges and rewards of group supervision, and practical strategies for supporting clients through conflict.
Highlights:
00:00 Introduction: Meet Polly Walker, coach and mediator
01:30 Polly’s background, mainstream teaching, special educational needs, and conflict resolution
04:00 Mediation in community, workplace, and special education; conflict coaching
06:25 Leadership coaching and what lights Polly up
07:11 Mediation training and what coaches gain from conflict skillsets
10:15 The coaching/mediation overlap, big questions and powerful tools
13:32 Supervision for coaches and mediators, reflecting on practice
18:38 Imposter syndrome, how supervision supports coaches (and leaders) in overcoming doubt
20:13 Polly’s upcoming work, mediation + community, training at Coaching Academy
21:39 Why supervision is fun and why every coach should “go for it”
22:24 The power of coaching community and genuine support.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Polly Walker:
Poly Walker is a mediator - working to resolve disputes within the community, the workplace and within special education. She is also a coach, specialising in conflict coaching and is the founder of Polly Walker Mediation and Coaching.
Connect with Polly:
Website: www.pollywalker.co.uk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pollywalker_mediation/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pollymwalker/
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What does it mean to truly weave your life experiences into a coaching practice, and how does supervision support not only your professional growth, but your personal wellbeing? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, co-host Sarah Bramall sits down with supervisor, coach, and lifelong food lover Nicole Freeman to explore her unconventional journey from accounting to entrepreneurship to coaching supervision. Together, they explore finding your coaching niche, the value of lived experience, restorative practices, and why supervision is like therapy for your coaching (with a “snow globe” metaphor you won’t forget). This episode offers inspiration, practical insight for coaches at all levels, and an invitation to make calm and connection the centre of your coaching journey.
Highlights:
00:00 Intro: Elevating your coaching and Nicole’s unusual career path
01:13 Chickenpox curveballs and prepping for in-person events
01:54 Nicole’s story
03:09 The powerful role of lived experience for new coaches
05:23 Mindset, confidence, and coaching diverse clients
06:02 Niche or not? Finding your fit and letting your practice evolve
07:49 Picking clients and the magic of values-based connections
12:27 Restorative routines: Running, yoga, and putting wellbeing first
15:55 Energy work and supervision
18:38 Supervision as “therapy for your coaching”
20:29 Sharing best practice within the Coaching Catalysts community
22:28 Building group magic
24:12 What Nicole gets from supervision as a supervisee
26:47 Celebrating support and those precious “backpack off” moments
28:00 “Supervision is like a snow globe” (and why you’ll want your own!)
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Nicole Freeman:
Nicole is a highly regarded accredited coach (ICF PCC and EMCC Senior Practitioner) and EMCC accredited coach supervisor working with mid- and senior-level professionals. With chartered accountancy and MBA qualifications as well as experience as an interim FD, business consultant, owner of her own multi award winning business and having run a small family business, she’s commercially focused with strong business acumen, and comfortable across a range of industries. Her background as a top performing audit and transaction senior manager, and then project manager to the UK leadership team in one of the Big 4 accountancy firms, means she’s well placed to understand the challenges those in professional and financial services face. Her areas of expertise are around perfectionism, people pleasing and procrastination, things common for high achievers. As a trusted confidante, sounding board and thinking partner, Nicole is a natural asset to individuals and organisations keen to unlock their full potential through coaching.
Connect with Nicole:
Website: www.nicolefreeman.co.uk
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-freeman-coaching/
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How can supervision become the bedrock of your coaching journey, shaping both your professional skills and personal growth? In this episode of the Coaching Catalysts Podcast, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall take you inside the Supervision Collective, the heart of their business and the foundation for coaches who want to grow, reflect, and thrive. Discover the power of supervision, business development, and a vibrant coach community that doesn't just talk about best practice, but embodies it.
Highlights00:00 Introduction: What is the Supervision Collective?
01:30 Small groups, learning labs, and development sessions
03:31 Rebecca and Sarah’s teaching and coaching backgrounds: 30 years of experience
04:45 Why they created the Supervision Collective
06:13 Coaching triads: What are they and why do coaches love them?
08:57 Why supervision is vital
11:19 The power of pausing, stepping back for clarity, growth, and learning
12:59 Supervision for growth
16:43 Moving from being solo coaches to leaders and team builders with supervision as support
17:37 The hosts “walk their talk”, receiving supervision themselves
18:15 Why coaches join the Supervision Collective: Community, confidence, business support
19:25 Supporting coaches through challenges
22:09 Learning & development, coaching triads, and business mentoring
24:44 Resources for marketing, discovery calls, vision, and strategy
25:39 The ultimate support system for coaches at every stage
26:50 How to find out more, connect, and apply
27:39 Diverse associate supervisors to support your journey
28:25 Where to connect, ask questions, and get extra resources.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
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How can weaving curiosity and reflective practice into your coaching truly transform the way you show up for clients and yourself? What does it look like to integrate your own diverse passions and experiences into a thriving coaching and supervision practice?
In this episode of The Coaching Catalysts Podcast, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall welcome their friend, colleague, and associate supervisor Ali Hendry. Ali’s journey from corporate trainer to holistic relationship coach, mentor, and supervisor is full of wit, warmth, and wisdom. Together, they unpack the real-life rhythms of a coaching business, the power of intentional self-development, and why supervision (“oxygen for your business”) is the bedrock for any impactful practice.
Here are the highlights:
00:00 Introduction: Welcoming Ali Hendry
02:14 Ali’s coaching journey, relationship coaching, DEI, leadership, and a holistic approach
05:00 Designing your ideal coaching day
09:25 Curiosity, and self-reflection - foundations of great coaching
17:24 Ali’s path from supervisee to supervisor
23:36 What supervision really is (and isn’t)
28:43 Ali’s supervision style, improv, humour, trauma-aware, inclusion-focused, and drawing on a wealth of lived experience
33:31 Two-word takeaway check-out.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Ali Hendry:
Ali Hendry (she/her) is a Certified Holistic Life Coach (PCC) with a passion for Diversity & Inclusion and Relationships. She leads the ICF-Certified Relationship Coach Diploma, the only UK-based programme blending holistic coaching with an inclusive focus. She mentors coaches as a PCC Mentor Assessor, and is a Supervisor for individuals, groups, and organisations (including ICF UK and The Coaching Catalysts). Ali also trains businesses on menopause awareness, ageism, LGBTQIA+ and allyship, educates for an international dating app, and writes a popular relationship column for DIVA Magazine. Her TEDx Talk, “Survivor’s Guide to Jealousy,” continues to inspire thousands worldwide.
Connect with Ali:
Website: AH Coaching & Training
LinkedIn: Ali Hendry
Instagram: @alihendrycoaching
TEDx: Survivor’s Guide to Jealousy
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What does it really mean to bring your full, authentic self into your coaching practice and how can embracing your unique background help transform the experience for your clients?
In this episode of The Coaching Catalysts Podcast, hosts Sarah Bramall and Rebecca Daniel have a passionate and inspiring conversation with leadership coach Ray Pifferrer. From Ray’s multicultural roots and dynamic career journey across continents, to his dedicated work decolonising leadership development and centering DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging), this discussion is packed with wisdom and practical takeaways.
Together, they explore the power of normalising diverse experiences in coaching. Plus the importance of supervision, self-care and restorative practice, and how coaches can weave their own lived wisdom into their practice for deeper client impact. Get ready for honest insights, laughter, and actionable ideas to help you elevate your coaching game.
Here are the highlights:
00:00 Introduction: met guest Ray at EMCC conference
06:08 Based in Ireland focused on decolonising leadership
07:59 Ray's journey reflects a consistent focus on supporting, educating, and developing people
10:22 DEIB work is tough but conversations on decolonising leadership bring hope and inclusivity
15:28 Coaches must recognise and normalise underlying systems
16:59 Visibility fosters vital conversations about representation
19:47 Group supervision fosters confidential and safe insights
25:15 Consultative coaching versus traditional coaching
27:50 Started with ICF competencies, moved to EMCC blending mentoring and coaching
29:32 Two-word takeaway tradition.
Connect with us here:
Website:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com
Work with us:
To register your interest in becoming a qualified coach supervisor, head here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerJa1lJG0Lwf2W6JChU1prXxYS4Jz302ft24t0VYt8FfL3fQ/viewform?usp=header
To become a professional coach supervisor with The Coaching Catalysts, head here: https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/supervisiondiploma
For ICF mentoring see here: https://bit.ly/catalystsmentorcoaching
Our roundtable discussions for internal coaches here:
https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com/organisationalcoaches
Find out more about our supervision service here: http://bit.ly/coaching-collective
To book a call: https://tidycal.com/coachingcatalysts/explorationcall
FREE Supervision Experience for Coaches: Listening Partnerships, register here: https://bit.ly/supervisionexperience
Social Media:
https://www.facebook.com/thecoachingcatalysts
https://www.instagram.com/thecoachingcatalysts_
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thecoachingcatalysts
Sarah: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahbramallcoaching/
Rebecca: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielrebecca/
And our Whatsapp here:
https://wa.me/15557022689
About Ray Pifferrer:
Ray Pifferrer, PCC, M.Ed., is a credentialed/certified professional leadership coach who specializes in helping under-represented leaders spring into new leadership and social impact challenges. Ray brings a 30+ year deep and broad background in coaching leaders of multicultural and global teams to identify and build upon their unique leadership strengths and assets. Ray is based in Dublin, Ireland. He works with clients primarily in the Americas and the European Union
Connect with Ray:
Website: www.raycoach.com
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