Frequently Asked Questions

Clean Language is a questioning method developed by psychotherapist David Grove.

Rather than offering advice or interpretation, I ask questions that direct your attention to your own experience, so you can find what will work for you specifically.

Are you:

• Scared of failing the exam, and the shame that would bring?

• Second-guessing yourself, worried you'll get things wrong even when you know the answer?

• Panicking in the exam, freezing or over-explaining under pressure?

• Losing sleep between full-time work and exam prep?

• Watching colleagues who seem to have it together and wondering what's wrong with you?

If this is you, get in touch.

You've come a long way and you're an expert in your field. The exam is testing more than your knowledge. It’s also testing who you are as a professional and as a person.

That's exactly what we can work on together.

I work with specialty trainee doctors who are struggling with anxiety, depression, imposter syndrome, self-doubt, motivation and burnout.

No. While coaching can have therapeutic effects, both therapy and counselling typically focus on the past, understanding or healing from what's already happened.

Coaching focuses on the present and the future: where you are now, what you want, and how to get there.

Every person's situation is unique. The number of sessions you need depends on the complexity of what you're working with, and you'll be the best judge of that as we go.

I offer a package of 6 × 90 min sessions. This is enough to do real, substantial work. If you feel you need more, you can book another 6.

No, and this is intentional. I don't know what's right for you, only you do. My role is to ask the questions that help you find that out for yourself, not to direct or advise you.

I might suggest a task between sessions, always drawn from something that's come up in your own session, but it's entirely your choice whether to take it up.

And if you need specific advice, medical, legal or financial, I'd always recommend you seek appropriate professional advice.

If you're experiencing acute depression or anxiety, intrusive or suicidal thoughts, or struggling with daily tasks like personal hygiene, eating, or connecting with people, please seek professional help. Your first port of call should be your GP, followed by an experienced, qualified therapist. If you need to talk to someone urgently, Samaritans are available free, 24/7, on 116 123. Please also let your friends and family know what's going on, and let them support you.

If we start working together and it becomes clear you need more support than I'm qualified to provide, I'll discuss a referral with you.

The first step is a free 30-minute discovery call. This is a chance for us to connect, for me to learn more about you and your situation, explain how I work, and answer any questions you have. If it feels like a good fit, we can arrange next steps then and there.

I offer block programmes of 6 × 90 minute sessions, at £1,500.

After we say hello, I'll ask: "What would you like to have happen?"

This is a gentle way of inviting you to consider what you actually want, and it sets the direction for the whole session, since the aim is to get you from where you are now to where you want to be.

From there, I'll ask questions designed to direct your attention inward, toward your own experience. This helps you get to know yourself better, find your own resources, and gain insight into your situation.

Clean Language sessions can go deep, so be gentle with yourself afterwards, you might need some time to process.

I'll explain all of this in more detail on our discovery call, and you're welcome to ask anything then too.

I offer sessions both in person and online via Zoom.

If you're London-based and prefer to meet face to face, my location works well for that.

If you're elsewhere in the UK or the world, or simply prefer meeting online, Zoom sessions are available too.

Yes. I work with specialty trainee doctors across the UK and internationally, sessions run via Zoom at a time that works for both of us.

Get in touch, I'd be glad to support you.