Integral coaching is distinct from other types of coaching in that we hold the practical, or short term, as well as the longer, deeper development that happens over time. One way to think about it is in terms of Horizontal and Vertical Development:

Horizontal Development tends to be skills-based, more problem-solving, and based around expertise

Vertical Development has more to do with shifting our way of being so that we can be more present, build capacity & navigate complexity

Ideally we come to self correct and self generate - and ultimately generate long term excellence.

With Integral Coaching we meet you exactly where you are in this moment in time, providing offerings, guidance and support to what feels doable for you now as well provide longer term impact that leads to richer, longer lasting growth.

With integral coaching, we coach the whole human being, and not just the presenting issue.

Many people ask what is the difference between coaching and therapy?

While they sometimes overlap, coaching and therapy are not the same.

Coaching is a relatively young profession, only about 40 years old. Whereas therapy is over 100 years old, and people are familiar with it - its language and practices have entered the mainstream (think “trauma” or “PTSD”, etc).

Coaching is a newer model and is still unfolding. To quote the governing association (ICF): the fundamental tenet of coaching is that “coaches do no harm.”

The timescale is also different. Therapy or couselling is usually open-ended; coaching is a fixed timescale, usually 10-12 sessions every other week with outcomes designed to help you self-generate: to develop the ability to set an intention and commit to an endeavor to demonstrate competency in a particular realm.

Unlike a therapist I don’t spend much time on your history, and I don’t go into trauma or crises which are areas I’m untrained in.

I believe we are all already enlightened, we just don’t realise it yet.

With over 25 years of rigorous training under the strict guidance of Tibetan Buddhist lamas from authentic Buddhist lineages, I have spent most of my life applying myself to the study and practice of Buddhist philosopy and meditation.

In my role as personal secretary to the founder and director of a Buddhist organisation whose aim is to bring ancient wisdom into the modern world, I was able to apply what I learned to my every day life, bringing practice off of the meditation cushion and into the world.

Originally from California, I took a BA in East Asian studies in New York City. I’ve lived in the USA, Japan, Thailand, France and Australia, and now live in London. My clients hail from all over the world. I also have a strong background in the arts and believe in the creative spark residing within us all.

I work in consulting, I am meditation instructor, and am a fully certified NVW Integral Coach.