About Debbie
Debbie is an experienced and accredited mentor and executive coach with a background in teaching, psychology, and over 25 years in senior leadership roles across both local and national government.
She coaches leaders, managers, and teams across a wide range of organisations and has specialist expertise in children’s services, education, and special educational needs. Debbie understands the complex demands facing leaders in these sectors and is a strong advocate for the role coaching plays in personal and professional growth.
Her coaching style is calm, thoughtful, and practical — blending insight, challenge, and encouragement. Debbie will work with you to understand your strengths, pressures, and priorities, offering a reflective space to think clearly, explore new perspectives, and identify next steps with confidence and clarity.
- Qualifications
- Institute of Leadership and Management Level 7 Executive Coaching and Mentoring
- European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) Global Quality Team Coaching Accreditation
- BA (Hons) Psychology
- MSc Educational Psychology
Professional MembershipsDebbie is an accredited member of the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) and subscribes to the EMCC’s Code of Ethics (www.emccouncil.org)
She is committed to high professional standards and her own ongoing development. Debbie regularly attends coaching network meetings, national training events, regional seminars, and webinars to ensure her practice remains current, reflective, and informed.