Therapeutic Coaching · Online
For professionals who are capable on the outside and exhausted underneath. Specialising in burnout, chronic fatigue, and Long Covid recovery.
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In my own words
About
I work with professionals who've given everything to their careers and found themselves running on empty — navigating burnout, chronic fatigue, Long Covid, or the quiet erosion of energy and joy that comes from years of pushing through. Based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, I work with clients online across the UK and globally.
My own journey through Long Covid recovery taught me what it's like to lose your baseline — the energy, clarity, and resilience you once took for granted. Recovery wasn't just about getting better. It was about learning to listen to my body, process what I'd been carrying, and rebuild from a more grounded, sustainable foundation.
That lived experience shapes how I work. I don't approach burnout or fatigue as problems to fix or productivity gaps to optimise. I see them as your nervous system asking — sometimes demanding — that you slow down, feel what's been suppressed, and reconnect with yourself beneath the performance.
"If you're reading this, you might recognise that feeling: capable on the outside, exhausted underneath. Still showing up, still performing, but knowing something fundamental needs to change."
"Stu has a deep and pure gift of listening. This, paired with his ability to reflect back what I uncovered during our sessions, really helped solidify the transformation I experienced during our time together."
— Julie S.How I Work
My approach is rooted in creating genuinely safe space. I work primarily through deep listening and skilful questions that help you uncover your own insights that guide you towards real lasting change, rather than surface level fixes.
Sessions built around genuine presence rather than technique. A space where you can stop managing how you appear and be honest about what's actually happening.
We explore the patterns keeping you stuck — over-functioning, the inability to rest, emotional suppression so automatic you've stopped noticing it. Understanding is the beginning of change.
I integrate EFT, NLP, and Hypnotherapy — woven naturally into our work rather than applied as standalone tools. EFT offers a gentle way to process emotions held in the body for years.
Who I Work With
I specialise in working with professionals — people in leadership, demanding careers, or high-responsibility roles who've spent years prioritising everyone else's needs while neglecting their own.
You're competent, capable, and exhausted. You've tried willpower, productivity systems, and pushing through. Now you're ready for something different.
"Recovery isn't about returning to who you were before you burnt out. It's about becoming someone more whole — present, grounded, able to feel and rest and show up authentically."
Testimonials
Really enjoyed sessions with Stu, learnt a number of techniques which have definitely helped me feel more grounded and the sessions were always relaxed, and thought-provoking.
— Jon L.Stu has a unique natural ability to hold space with understanding and compassion — I felt heard in a way I haven't before. He has equipped me with tools that have impacted my life positively and I have gained clarity to move forward.
— Fern W.I feel incredibly fortunate to have worked with Stu. His warmth and genuine curiosity made it easy to trust him completely. Through our session I found myself connecting more deeply with my inner self, accessing a profound sense of peace and gratitude.
— Monika L.If you are looking for someone who will truly witness where you're at, you've found your coach. Stu has a deep and pure gift of listening. His 1:1 coaching has been an incredible blessing to me.
— Julie S.Working with Stuart felt very safe — not something I feel when starting to work with someone new. He has a very calming, curious and non-judgemental energy. I would recommend working with Stuart; it's a transformative experience.
— Victoria D.Stu put me at ease very quickly and helped me with tools to calm my fears and nervous system, giving me space to live more freely. He made such a difference to me and my CFS recovery journey.
— Michelle S.I would highly recommend Stu. He was extremely insightful and thoughtful throughout our work on my Long Covid recovery. The resources I learnt were invaluable — I felt in very safe hands.
— Tori E.Stu has a lovely relaxed and professional presence which helps create a calm and safe environment. He asks skilful, quality questions which raised my awareness around parts of myself. I love how he threads EFT within the therapeutic sessions.
— Sue J.Being coached by Stu was both positive and eye-opening. He made me feel comfortable right from the start and quickly helped me uncover the areas to focus on. Our sessions led to real, meaningful change.
— Lucy G.Stu is a compassionate and insightful coach. The techniques he taught me, including EFT, have been helpful not only in dealing with anxiety and stress but also in looking more deeply at the root cause of these issues.
— Jilly HHis compassion and warmth shone through, and I felt very safe and comfortable working with him. I felt both seen and heard. I have got some good actionable steps to take and more confidence to take them on.
— Philippa W.Working with Stu was really eye opening. He helped me unravel the pieces and find what was important and how to move forward. Really insightful and useful.
— Janine G.I gained powerful new insights very quickly through Stu's careful listening and skilful replaying. I felt very comfortable with Stu as my coach.
— Elise H.Articles
I write about emotional exhaustion, recovery, and what it actually looks like to reconnect with yourself after years of pushing through. Articles coming soon.
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Emotional Health
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Contact
If something here has resonated, I'd be honoured to hear from you. There's no obligation — just a conversation to explore whether working together feels right.
I work with a small number of clients at any one time, which means sessions are genuinely focused and unhurried.
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