Welcome
Hello, thanks for coming by - I'm Maria
I work with smart, intelligent and thoughtful individuals (just like you) who want to do the work they care about in a way that is right for them. It's individualised and personalised development, practical without being prescriptive, focused on expanding your thinking and getting you the results you want. Remember, this kind of bespoke development is only expensive if you don't see results.
I've been on a mission to make a difference for most of my working life, and it's taken me across the world and back again. From tiny start-ups to large organisations, I do my best work when I'm closest to the people and communities I believe in.
“The coaching was challenging yet enjoyable and I always felt looked after.It’s helped so much at work but it’s the insight into how I prefer to manage personally and professionally that will stay with me. I like the way Maria is relaxed and easy going but professional and determined so I knew I’d get results – thanks Maria.”
My love of working in groups started with teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) in South East Asia, where I learned to engage with diverse groups and make learning relevant and enjoyable. Many years later, completing a Level 3 Award in Education and running my own training and coaching organisation equipped me with the expertise to design impactful coaching programs, design and deliver training and workshops.
I hold postgraduate qualifications in Personal and Business Coaching (2007), a postgraduate diploma in Social Work, a level 3 Award in Education, Mental Health First Aid certificate, Oliver McGowan Autism training and I'm a founding member of the Universal Coaching Alliance. I'm insightful, intuitive and if you like personality profiling I'm a protagonist ENFJ-A.
In 2008 I co-founded Illuminate Charity, our mission was to deliver professional, high-calibre coaching and training for people who could not access coaching due to poor mental health and financial constraints. More about Illuminate over here.
Every person's context, responsibilities and ambitions are different and will shape how we work together, so let me know where do you hope to go. I'd love to hear from you. Let's book a call.