Where are you based? I currently consult from home based in Gorleston near Great Yarmouth which is within easy reach of Norwich and the Norfolk Broads. Sessions online are also popular using zoom, skype or teams so clients can be seen from all over the UK and the World.

What do you love about The Thrive Programme? I love that anyone from any walk of life can learn to Thrive. I enjoy the "light bulb" moment I had and clients have as you gain the self insight and skills required to take charge of your own mental health and wellbeing. I love that the Thrive programme is unique and different from anything else out there. I get great enjoyment out of seeing people come to me as a cocoon and emerging as a butterfly (butterthrive).

What did you do before you became a Coach? I worked in the oil and gas industry then moved into the water industry. I then discovered and went through the Thrive Programme, benefitted and enjoyed it so much that I decided to train to become a coach myself. I learned to thrive and realized I would like to help other people learn to thrive.

What do you do when you're not working? I like to keep fit and in my younger days played football for local teams. I then moved into cycling to keep fit and regularly cycle lots of miles with friends and family participating in cycling events all over the UK. Another passion of mine is fishing and enjoy sea, course and carp fishing. If I had a choice out of the two I would do both!

An interesting fact? I completed the London 100, cycling 100 miles for the charity WaterAid, ironically it rained all the way.

Anything else? I was nominated and achieved a company VIVA award in the ethical category for supporting a colleague with mental health issues. I have been told that I am very approachable, calm and easy to talk to which helps as a Thrive Programme Coach.

What languages do you speak? English.

Do you see clients online or face-to-face? I see clients both online and face to face.

What time zone are you in? I am UK based in the GMT timezone.

What are your working hours? I like to work mainly evenings and weekends.