Coaching on foot

real conversations, real connections

real conversations,

real connections

In-person life coaching sessions through Oxford’s green spaces

In a world shaped by video calls and digital convenience, remote connection has become the norm. But as a life coach, I’ve found that real transformation happens in real spaces.

Walking through Oxford’s University Parks – among trees, fresh air, and open paths, we create a rhythm that encourages reflection and honest conversation. Nature has a way of softening the noise, helping people access clarity, perspective and direction.

While screens have their place, my many years of experience has shown that nothing compares to the depth and ease of talking side by side in the real world.

I am a strong believer in coaching in person. We are embodied, we are part of the world, we communicate with one another in all sorts way, through body language, tone of voice, facial expression and gesture that are not so readily accessible via a computer screen.

I find an integral part of being outside, in the same place, across the months that we meet, is seeing the seasons change. It is a concrete visual of passing time, which I feel keeps us grounded, and helps us reflect on the progress we’ve made.

If the weather is very wet however, don’t worry, we can always meet in one of Oxford’s many cafés instead. The gentle bustle of a café provides a surprising degree of privacy and ease.

MA, MSc, PG Cert Coaching and Mentoring

Our coaching conversations will be a creative journey – guided by what truly matters to you, deepening your understanding, and welcoming unexpected insights as they arise.

How it works

Do you ever want to pause and reflect on who you are and what truly matters to you? It’s not always straightforward—life can present some complex choices.

I believe that understanding our core values helps us navigate those challenges with greater clarity. That’s why my coaching isn’t tied to a specific theme like leadership or confidence. It’s about whether you’re ready to explore what really drives you.

As I often say, “The mark of a true conversation is one where you don’t know where it will end up.” That’s exactly how coaching with me tends to unfold.

As I’m based in Oxford, my walking coaching sessions take place in University Parks. It’s a beautiful, central spot with wide, even paths, benches for breaks, and a small café for coffee if you’d like.

In an hour, we typically complete two circuits—depending on your pace. Some clients walk and think quickly; others prefer to pause and reflect. It’s entirely your choice.

If the weather’s wet, we can meet in one of Oxford’s many cafés instead. Some clients prefer cafés regardless of the forecast, finding them more relaxed and less formal.

We’ll tailor the setting to suit you – just one of the things we can discuss during your free introductory call.

Sessions are £65 per hour, payable by bank transfer on the day we meet.

We’ll discuss the ideal frequency during our initial phone call, but as a general guide, a typical rhythm is every few weeks over a six-month period.

If you would like to find out more, please contact me below for a free initial phone call where we can discuss what brings you to coaching.

Kate provided coaching to me during the height of the UK’s first lockdown. Through insightful questions, she allows you to drive the conversation and lead yourself down alternative thought paths to consider how to achieve your goals. She was a great support and a friendly face to talk things over throughout the pandemic.

James

Financial Services
London

I would recommend Kate anytime as she is a kind and empathic listener, with a warm manner. Her sensitivity and gentle nudging makes her a great companion when stuck in unhelpful thinking patters and she will help you see the bigger picture. It has been a delight to work with her.

M

When I started my sessions with Kate my life felt like a whirlwind, I was all over the place and constantly felt like I was chasing my tail. My first impression of Kate was that she was easy to talk to and her reassuring, calm manner allowed me to open up and be honest without fear of judgement. In the last 18 months, working with Kate has completely transformed my approach to life, I feel more positive, confident and in control. She is practical, honest and a wonderful listener but her greatest strength lies in her ability to empathise with the people she coaches. No matter how big a crisis feels at the start of our session I know that by the end I will feel on top of the world and be able to move forward with a renewed sense of optimism. I would highly recommend working with her! Thank you Kate!

Emma

Entrepreneur

Kate’s session gave me the guidance that I needed to get through a time of confusion. Through her kind, open attitude and deeply understanding nature, she was able to help me achieve things both big and small that otherwise would have felt impossible by myself. She has equipped me with tools to help myself get through any hurdles that life might throw at me. As well as helping me make decisions towards my future, she also offers a safe space to reflect on past things. Her patience and reassurance made my sessions with her so comfortable and productive. I would highly recommend her as a life coach and give her 10 stars if I could!

K S

I really enjoyed my sessions with Kate; she always made me feel extremely comfortable within her presence. For a long time I have struggled with work related anxiety and it had affected my confidence and self-esteem for many years. Which was why I was so pleased by the outcome of my sessions with Kate. Kate helped me to work through my struggles and come up with practical solutions so I was always fully prepared for every situation. I came out of every session with a new- found confidence and motivation I didn’t know I had. I was overjoyed because in just a few short sessions I was able to make more progress that I had in years; I was able to take on my fears and the anxiety I was facing and develop my confidence. In just a few months, I started a job role as a Social Media Executive in marketing and my confidence has drastically improved, I am able to communicate effectively with others and take on any challenge I am faced with and I owe it all to Kate for helping me to see that I was capable of achieving anything. If you’re looking for an inspiring and friendly work coach then you need to book a session with Kate today; you won’t regret it!

Hebe

Social Media Executive

Having started a new job in a new school this year, I have found working with Kate to be exceptionally beneficial to me. Professionally, coaching has helped me reflect and consider best practice in my job – I have felt more confident, more assertive and learned more about how to ask myself the pertinent questions to support my growth and development in this role. Kate has been extremely encouraging, thoughtful and insightful and I have found talking to her and working with her really easy to do as she is so warm and motivating. Through the course of my sessions I have reflected on my leadership style, responding to challenges, developing effective team cultures and thought about protecting my own wellbeing in my new role and new leadership position. I had no previous experience with coaching, and I am so pleased that I worked with Kate!

Elianor

Pastoral Leader

Two main strands of thought influence my coaching approach:

Person-centred:

Stemming from the work of Carl Rogers, this approach emphasises the importance of the coach having deep empathy for the client and being non-judgemental. Rogers’ image of an acorn and its destiny to self-actualise, to become itself in other words, is useful here: if we provide the right environment the acorn will grow into an oak tree, so too with people.

Existentialism:

Rooted in the real world, this philosophy accepts the limits of our human condition, recognising that although we have choice, our choices are constrained necessarily by time, by place, by who we are, by many other factors. One existentialist thinker I feel is particularly relevant is Karl Jaspers. Not well known, but he understood the value of communication with others, as it is through communication with others that we can become truly ourselves.