Coaching
‘ Coaching is first and foremost built on the unique relationship between the coach and client and the exploration of the client’s perception of their world in which their challenge is situated. ‘
I feel passionate about helping people who are not enjoying life, to discover simple ways to feel gratitude & whom want to get their Spark back for Life again!!
I know what it feels like to be ‘down’ and not excited anymore about anything…In my late 20’s ,I had post natal depression and felt guilty about it.I thought I shouldn’t feel so low and why was I not content with the lovely life I had.However, after a combination of counselling & coaching,I had the most amazing experience of literally feeling the heavy clouds gently lift away from my mind & stepping out into the clear blue skies.I started to feel me again,enthusiastic and positive.
*How can I support You?:
I will guide you to uncover why you have lost your Mojo, find it together & re- energise your motivation!
One of the special ways I start to help you is by putting you at ease in such a way that you feel comfortable enough to share and express your thoughts, feelings, ideas and experiences. It is within this confidential,non judgemental,therapeutic space ,that we can explore together in trust at a deep rooted level.By asking you questions, giving you time, listening to you empathically in a genuinely caring way, this will then enable you to see clearly & find your ‘Own’ solutions and your ‘Own’ answers.
*If goal setting motivates you and makes you more accountable in order to improve your life & move forwards, then I can challenge you & together we will come up with a set of actions & decisions that you want to take.This often uncovers new meanings,discoveries & perspectives.
Who do I help:
People from all walks of life including those with :
Relationship issues,
Change of life/direction,
Health & well-being concerns,
Men who set unrealistically high expectations of themselves,
Men who often wear a mask to hide their pain,
Post natal depression,
Birth trauma ,
Parents whose kids are driving them to distraction (& feel they can’t cope with family life)
Walking / Talking - ‘Green Therapy’
Something different:
Walk in the beautiful open countryside whilst sharing your struggles and life situations: this can lessen anxiety ,be soothing, healing & freeing. Peaceful nature sounds & outdoor silence can lower blood pressure & levels of the stress hormone cortisol, which calms the body.
Sometimes we may be lucky enough to see wildlife along the walk... I believe nature is intrinsically good for the spirit, whether we are troubled or not but especially so when we feel we are not coping....
About Me
I moved to a wonderful town leaving Manchester in 2008 and live with my husband and our 4 teenagers.
After a 17 year career in the Civil Service, I decided to train in counselling and life coaching. I had personally experienced the power of being deeply listened to non judgmentally during a period of post natal depression.After which, I experienced the most amazing ‘clear blue sky ‘ head-space, after having been in ‘heavy grey clouds’ for months! I find people incredibly interesting and feel compassionate towards them.I am curious about what both motivates and makes us unhappy and want to help unlock their true self.
I would say motherhood for me has been and is the most intense vocation and it is a continual journey of growth. As well as being immensely joyful, it has also been one of the most challenging adventures to live!
I believe in trying to appreciate life to the full and find that gratitude for the simple things in life can truly bring contentment.
Interests:
I love going for a jog( sometimes with crazy loud! or beautiful music, or just with the sound of nature) walking in the countryside, cycling and simply being outside in the fresh air where life often seems clearer, calmer & fulfilling. I also love reading, listening to all sorts of interesting philosophical podcasts, watching films with powerful messages, socialising,having a good laugh with family & friends and dancing!
Relevant Qualifications:
Diploma in Transformational Life Coaching
Certificates in: Relationship, Youth, Group and Positive Psychology Coaching
Person Centred Counselling Certificate from Salford University.
Domestic abuse ambassador certificate.
I am insured through: www.holisticinsurance.co.uk
Voluntary work
Co/Created a pilot 6 week course at an open prison, called :”Fathering from behind the gates”
Parent Gym Coach ( guiding parents through 6 week programmes)
School Governor
Counselling children through the NSPCC Childline.
Age Uk counselling
Current work
Life Coach : (Coaching in prisons : www.sparkinside.org/our-work
MYNDUP (1-1 video platform mental health coaching): www.myndup.com
Working ad hoc for a health retreat: www.platinum-healing.com
Coaching private clients
Contact Me
Coaching sessions can be organised flexibly around you, either by:
Telephone
Face to Face (meet up within 10km of West Sussex)
Walk & talk outdoors (nature is a wonderful healer!)
Skype
Zoom
or any other online platform you are comfortable with.
Please contact me by:
Email: caterina.declas@gmail.com
Mobile: +44 7979902122 (text or phone call)
Fees
£60 per 1 hour session
(Payable via Bank Transfer, PayPal , Cash)
* All photos created by myself
