Shadow Work Coaching is a process of working with a certified Shadow Work coach to explore and integrate the parts of yourself that have been repressed, avoided, or denied, over time. These hidden aspects of the psyche often influence behaviour, emotion, relationships, and self-perception in ways we don't always realise, but are living at the effect of.

The phrase Shadow Work is widely used, but not always with professional expertise. My approach is rooted in training in Jungian depth psychology with the Psychodynamic Institute and supported by complementary studies in somatic integration, emotional process work, and using symbolic techniques. In standalone sessions, I draw from structured, psychologically grounded processes that work with internal parts or aspects of the psyche, supporting you to access and integrate specific shadow traits through body awareness, emotional catharsis, and in-depth exploration.

As a facilitator, I follow your lead, asking questions that reveal your intention and desire at every step. You decide how far and how deep you want to go.

In ongoing coaching, Shadow Work becomes part of a broader developmental journey which I call the Jungian Coaching Journey. We work relationally with whatever is ‘active’ or enlivening in your inner world, drawing on parts work (IFS), active imagination, archetypes, metaphor, myth, and a variety of tools and frameworks from Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching. Integration into your daily life is key, and I use practical tools, skills and practices to help you live your insights and fully embody who you are in your heart of hearts. This integrative approach supports long-term individuation and personal unfolding, guided by the subtle wisdom of the soul.

Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching works with the personal unconscious: the inner forces, patterns, and dynamics that shape our behaviour and emotional life. It is rooted in Carl Jung’s map of the psyche and includes Shadow Work and the exploration of archetypes, complexes, metaphor, myth, active imagination, dream work, creative expression and other Jungian tools as part of the process of individuation.

Shadow Work done in a short term or one off session format is a derivative of Jung’s work, very useful for one off stubborn issues, but Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching is a much broader developmental journey that includes Shadow Work tools but allows for much more support inside the ongoing coaching relationship. Where a one-off Shadow Work session is at the more process-driven end of the coaching style spectrum, Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching requires certification in holding people over time, training in projection and transference, ongoing supervision on the part of the coach, and is highly relational. It is more suited to those who are looking to heal in relationship, co-regulate, and be deeply supported.

There are many different forms of psychotherapy, some are long-term and insight-oriented, while others are brief, body-based, or focused on behavioural change. I hold deep respect for the therapeutic field and absolutely advocate for clinical support when a therapeutic intervention is the most appropriate next step. This question can only be answered in broad strokes, and my aim is not to compare for superiority, but to clarify how this work differs in intention, method, and relationship to the psyche.

Unlike psychotherapy, which is appropriate for people needing clinical support, and so focuses on symptom reduction, or traditional life coaching, which often focuses on external goal setting and performance improvement by working on getting better at what is already in our awareness, Shadow Work and Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching are developmental modalities that use tools which go beyond the ego, to work with the personal unconscious, with a view to integrating what has been in shadow and therefore inaccessible to us, often for decades.

Sessions can include emotional wisdom tools, internal parts work (IFS), active imagination, somatic integration techniques, specific Shadow Work frameworks and symbolic processes. While therapy may explore coping strategies and thought restructuring, this kind of coaching supports a different kind of transformation: the kind that emerges when long-held patterns are able to unravel and release at multiple levels (cognitive, emotional, somatic), and new ways of being and responding become possible.

If therapy asks, 'What’s wrong and how can we fix it?' and coaching asks, 'Where do you want to improve and how can I help you get there?', Shadow Work and Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching ask, 'What is your soul’s wisdom asking you to see, feel, and attend to so that you can live from your whole self?'

No, Shadow Work is not appropriate for those in acute crisis, active addiction or with unmanaged mental health challenges, where immediate clinical support is needed. For people wanting to book a standalone session with no prior experience of Shadow Work, I recommend that you have a strong support system in place, including but not limited to being in an existing, ongoing coaching or therapeutic relationship, or that you be ready and have the resources to step into one should you need support to explore anything that comes up in more depth.

Shadow Work requires a certain level of nervous system capacity and internal compassionate resourcing, which is why I place such importance on safety, readiness, and consent. My work is trauma-informed, and I am trained and certified in gentle somatic practices that support grounding and regulation.

For each of my services, I always begin with a telephone or video consultation, so that we can assess whether now’s the right time and whether this is the best next step for you. Some clients choose to work with me first in a resourcing capacity before diving into deep Shadow Work. I honour pacing and safety above all.

Being trauma-informed means that I’ve completed specialised training in ways of working that consider how trauma impacts the nervous system, emotional processing, and a person’s sense of safety and self, including their capacity to consent, trust and state boundaries. I distinguish between being trauma-aware (generally recognising that trauma can shape behaviour and emotional responses), trauma-informed (specifically adapting how I work to create safety, choice, and trust both in business practices and the programmes I deliver), and trauma-trained (delivering clinical trauma treatment through specialised modalities like EMDR or trauma-focused CBT, which I do not yet offer, though I am currently training in trauma-focused CBT). My work is trauma-informed: I aim to support integration without reactivating trauma, and I tailor the pace and depth of our work to what feels manageable, grounded and expansive for you.

As part of my onboarding process, I ask all clients to complete a confidential intake form. We’ll also speak in our initial call and at any point as necessary about anything that may feel close to the edge of my scope of practice. I’m committed to referring out when needed, and I hold that as an ethical priority throughout our time working together.

Sometimes, when we explore unconscious patterns, early experiences or adaptive strategies may naturally surface. But not all Shadow Work requires revisiting the past. Many of the approaches I use in ongoing one-to-one coaching and my group programmes are present-focused, working with what arises in the moment, in the body, felt-sense and in the symbolic language of the psyche.

Because I’m trained in modalities including Internal Family Systems, nervous system regulation, Heart Coherence, Emotional Freedom Technique (tapping), and working symbolically as a Jungian Psychodynamic coach, I can tailor the coaching to your needs. The emphasis is always on integration and forward movement: harnessing the energy of the shadow to support the life you want to create.

I adhere to the ICF Code of Ethics and will never share anything you bring to our work together without your express consent, unless legally required or in the case where there is an imminent risk to life. Full details are included in my coaching agreement and privacy policy which you will receive a copy of before working together.

I hold dual accreditation with both the International Coaching Federation (Integral Coach) and the Association for Coaching (Jungian Psychodynamic Coach), two of the most respected global bodies in the coaching profession. These accreditations reflect my commitment to ethical standards and best practice, excellence in coaching, and ongoing professional development.

In addition, my psychodynamic training provider is also accredited by the following international bodies:
- International Association of Board Certified Psychology Coaches
- International Practitioners of Holistic Medicine
- CPD Standards Office

This training brought together depth psychology, emotional and somatic healing, Jungian shadow work, psycho-spiritual development, and neuroscience-backed coaching tools, all integrated into a pioneering depth-coaching model.

I am a certified trauma-sensitive Heart Coherence Coach with the HeartMath Institute, qualifying me to work on-to-one and with small groups of clients, guiding them through a heart-coherence based transformational process for building personal resilience and professional effectiveness under stress.

I hold an MA in Dance Movement Psychotherapy which helps people overcome physical, personal and emotional challenges through the medium of movement. Whilst I am not practising, much of what I learned here informs my coaching practice and gives me a psychodynamic understanding of individuals, groups and society, and experience of working with questions of difference, equality and diversity.

I am delighted to be a member of several alumni communities where I continue to grow along side fellow practitioners in Jungian Psychodynamic Coaching, Integral Coaching, Shadow Work and Heart Coherence. I take part in CPD workshops and master classes on trauma, developmental and Jungian coaching and dream work circles, and alumni network events that explore topics like trauma-informed practice, somatics, depth psychology, organisational systems and development and DEI initiatives. This all helps me stay reflective, responsive, and accountable in how I show up for my clients.

Yes. I am fully insured as an Integral Coach, Shadow Work Coach & Group Facilitator, Jungian Psychodynamic Coach, Heart Coherence Coach, Reiki Practitioner & Somatic Practitioner with Holistic Insurance.

I have my own Jungian coach, and I engage in ongoing coaching supervision to keep my inner world clear and my presence attuned. My supervisor is accredited by the Centre for Supervision and Team Development. I complete rigorous annual or bi-annual re-certification requirements for at least three of the qualifications I hold.

On a day-to-day basis, every new tool, course or resource I create gives me an opportunity to work on myself, which I love to do. I don’t coach or teach from any modality or framework that I haven’t benefitted from personally and explored from the inside out for a significant amount of time first.

I work alongside two co-facilitators in long term partnership where we support each other to see where the next step on our developmental path might be. I also love to continue training in complementary modalities and take annual CPD modules with my fellow alumni at Thirdspace, to deepen my own practice.

Yes. My one-to-one coaching services and group retreats are open to people of all genders. While some of my group programmes are designed specifically for women, the heart of my work is available to anyone drawn to this kind of depth.

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with many men too, often in particularly tender and transformative ways that involve integrating masculine and feminine energies. This has included supporting them to feel, understand and navigate emotional landscapes they may never have had the permission, opportunity or felt the safety to attend to before.

If you resonate with the language, values, and spirit of this work, you are very welcome here. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions about this.

I offer sessions online via Zoom, and in-person in South or Central London. Standalone Shadow Work Immersions (typically a day long) may be split across two Zoom sessions for ease if being taken online.

Shadow Work retreats and day workshops are delivered at venues and times as advertised per event.

For those with a specific and discrete issue to look at, I offer a limited number of Shadow Work Immersions, which typically last up to 6 hours, with breaks. These are best suited to individuals with previous experience of this kind of self-development and a strong support network or existing, continuous therapeutic or coaching support.

Something I noticed whilst training, is that it is very easy to have a “peak experience” but it takes time, honest self-reflection and ongoing practice to integrate the shifts that Shadow Work can offer, into your daily life and existing relationships. It requires building the capacity to live more from soul and less from ego, more from an open, generous heart and less from default patterns.

For those wanting to build an ongoing relationship I therefore work in a couple of ways. I offer a package of integration sessions taken over several months for those who have experienced Shadow Work and want to embed their insights further, or for people wanting to follow a tailored programme that allows us to work across multiple areas of life with a range of modalities such as IFS, Focusing, Shadow Work, Jungian Psychodynamics, Attachment theory, relationship and power dynamics and more, I offer weekly, or fortnightly coaching over a longer period. This allows us to map your internal terrain, build nervous system capacity, and work developmentally with a wide remit. The minimum commitment is 6 months, but most of my clients continue for an average of 12 months to 3 years, as life brings new challenges, deeper layers emerge and they continue to develop a more profound relationship to themselves, those they love, and life.

I suggest approaching it with openness and curiosity. Journaling, reflecting on your triggers, and revisiting behavioural patterns using personalised prompts, practices and guided visualisations can support integration between sessions.

If you can, take up a regular meditative or contemplative practice. There are many wonderful free resources on self-compassion, some of which you will find mentioned in the Resources page of this website under the Inspiration tab. I curated a book list specifically for cultivating self-compassion at Bookshop.org. These kinds of practices help to create mental space between triggers and reactions, and build internal capacity to tolerate the emotional discomfort that can sometimes arise when confronting one’s shadow. This is a key reason why I always recommend working with an empathic witness in the form of an experienced, kind, and attuned coach.

I have also found it really useful to journal daily or weekly on some self-reflection questions that invite me to be curious about what is happening for me in the significant relationships in my life. Where might there be something in shadow, what might that be, what could I open up to, or bring more of, to shift things in a positive direction? We bring different parts of ourselves to different relationships and the chemistry is always unique. This practice of being regularly self-reflective and curious alone can invite positive changes in your life.

Above all, don’t rush and trust your instincts. This work unfolds in layers. Be tender with yourself.

I recommend exploring a coach’s qualifications, experience, supervision practices, and whether they are accredited by a recognised body like the ICF or AC. It is also important to find out whether they have helped clients with similar challenges to yours, or whether they have walked the path themselves. Be wary of anyone presenting themselves as a therapist saying they can explore clinical mental health issues, and double check what they are trained in before committing.

If you’re seeking deeper emotional or psychological work, I suggest finding out whether the coach is trauma-aware, trauma-informed, or trauma-trained. These are different levels of preparation and expertise in holding sensitive material. It’s also appropriate to ask whether they have their own coach and or therapist, and whether they work with a qualified coaching supervisor, as peer support is valuable but definitely not a replacement for formal supervision, especially when working with the shadow.

A good coach will welcome your questions, including who they typically work with, how they attend to their own ongoing development, what their growth edge is right now and how they engage with their own shadow. This kind of work calls for humility, reflection, transparency and ethical self-responsibility.

It’s important to be clear about whether you feel a one-off session is going to meet your needs. Check whether the coach is qualified to support people over time (they should have their own regular coaching/therapy and supervision sessions if so, and understand how their own biases impact their clients), and if they aren’t, be aware of this going into your session, and make sure you are ready to find someone who is, should it become clear that you would benefit from ongoing support.

Beyond credentials and expertise, I believe that the relationship matters most. Do you feel at ease in their presence? Seen, respected, affirmed in your choices and safe to be yourself? Are they warm, attentive and sensitive enough to your lived experience? Are they responsive to your feedback at all times and do you feel comfortable to tell them if they are not understanding something or going off-track? At times it may be your coach’s job to challenge you with care, in service of the results you are looking for, but fundamentally they should always feel like your cheerleader; a genuine, empathic witness and an experienced, compassionate guide. Your body very often knows more than your mind, so after speaking to a coach, give yourself time to check in and feel into the fit.

Every person’s process is different. Some clients experience significant insight, emotional release, or energetic shifts that translate into new ways of being in their daily lives right away. For others, the work unfolds more gradually, layer by layer. Some people need to be in an ongoing coaching relationship and to co-regulate with their coach initially, for this work to start to land, others prefer a deep dive one-off to address a contained issue. This isn’t about trying to force change, it’s about creating the right conditions for it to emerge naturally, with you in the driving seat throughout.

Working with psychodynamic principles and internal parts of the psyche can yield profound, fast results, as by working with the unconscious, we are addressing the root cause of the inner conflict. It is quite common for clients to say that this work helped them achieve, in a relatively short space of time, what years of traditional talking therapy had failed to.

No coach or facilitator can ethically guarantee a particular result, even Jung himself said that the process of integrating the shadow is imprecise, however the goal is a move towards wholeness. What I can offer is a safe, empathically attuned space, many years of experience working with people individually and in groups (in a wide range of settings, from crisis line volunteer work through to high-performing team management and leadership development programmes), and a body of work developed through numerous professional coaching trainings, peer practice, and deep client engagement. I’ve supported many clients through powerful transformation, emotionally and relationally.

The results are personal to each client and often depend on what you’re ready for, where you are in your developmental journey, how open you are to the process, and what’s present in your life at the time. You can read what some of my clients have to say, here. I bring all of myself to this work, and invite you to do the same.

I understand that finances can be a factor when seeking support. As part of my commitment to accessibility, I offer two assisted places for one-to-one coaching at any given time. If these are currently full, I’m happy to add your name to a waiting list and let you know when a space becomes available.

Please don’t let money be a reason not to reach out. If you feel drawn to this work, I encourage you to book a connection call, so we can explore what’s possible together, including referrals to people on my trusted list who may have availability for assisted places or bursaries.

You’re welcome to connect with me on Instagram and explore the Inspiration section of my website. In the Journal, I share soul-led reflections, tools, personal insights and offer journalling prompts. The Resources section offers links to curated reading lists on Bookshop.org, examples of supportive practices and some free resources I have created for those getting started with Shadow Work. You can also sign up to my newsletter for free teachings that I don’t share anywhere else and early access to new offerings and founder rates.