Coaching with me is reflective, practical, and values-led. It’s a thinking partnership rather than a directive or formula-based process. We focus on clarity, ethical decision-making, and making sense of complex situations, especially where responsibility, identity, or competing values are involved.

Sessions are conversational and thoughtful. There’s space to slow down, notice patterns, and take seriously what you already know but may not yet have acted on.

Much of my work is with women in animal welfare, conservation, and adjacent impact-driven fields. I also work with people of all genders who are navigating complex leadership roles and recognise themselves in this way of thinking and working.

Most clients are capable, self-aware, and carrying more responsibility than they have space to process alone.

The introductory session is a chance for us to talk openly about what’s on your mind and what you’re hoping for support with. It’s also a space to see whether working together feels like a good fit.

There’s no expectation that you commit to ongoing coaching. You’re welcome to use the session simply to think something through more clearly.

Most clients meet fortnightly or monthly. The right rhythm depends on what you’re working through and how much space you want between sessions to reflect and act.

We’ll talk about this together rather than locking you into a rigid structure.

An introductory conversation is free and without obligation. It’s a chance to talk through what’s on your mind and see whether coaching feels like the right fit.

If you decide to continue, I work with clear, set fees.

• Single sessions are available if you want flexibility or support around a specific decision.

• Discounted packages of 5 or 10 sessions are available for clients who prefer a regular rhythm or want to work together over a longer period.

I’ll always be transparent about fees before we agree to work together, and we’ll talk about what structure makes sense for you.

Yes. Coaching conversations are confidential, with the usual ethical exceptions related to safety. Many of my clients work in small sectors or sensitive roles, and discretion is taken seriously.

I work primarily online, which allows me to work with clients across different locations and time zones. Online sessions are held in a quiet, focused space and tend to work very well for reflective work.

That’s very common, and it’s a perfectly good place to start. You don’t need to arrive with a clear goal or a polished explanation of what you want.

If you’re unsure, the introductory session can simply be a place to think out loud and see what emerges.

I bring both academic training and real-world leadership experience to my coaching practice.

I hold two postgraduate degrees:

• Master of Science (MSc) in International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law from the University of Edinburgh
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Human Resources from the Australian Institute of Business

Alongside my academic training, I am currently working toward professional coaching accreditation through the International Coaching Federation and am undertaking formal coaching studies with the Australian Institute of Professional Coaches.

My work over the past fifteen years has also involved leading complex teams, navigating organisational change, and supporting professionals working in demanding and values-driven fields. This practical leadership experience strongly shapes the way I approach coaching.

The name The Second Question comes from a simple observation about how meaningful change actually happens.

Most people begin with the first question. It is usually practical, immediate, and focused on solving a problem. Questions like:
What should I do?
How do I handle this situation?
What’s the right decision?

Those questions matter. But they rarely get to the heart of things.

The second question is the one that comes after we pause and look a little deeper. It often sounds more like:
What do I really want here?
What matters most to me in this situation?
What kind of leader, colleague, or person do I want to be?

The second question is where values, clarity, and courage tend to live. It is also where the most meaningful answers usually appear.

Coaching is not about giving advice. It is about creating the space to move past the first question and discover the second one. Because when you ask the right question, the answer often becomes much clearer. description