Professional Experience – I am a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and hold an Accredited Coach Credential (ACC). I provide coaching for clients in the cooperate sector, NGO’s as well as personal development coaching
In addition to coaching credentials I have completed a Diploma in Leadership and Management, a post graduate qualification in Social Work as well as foundation level in Family Therapy, counselling and Partnership Brokering.
I have worked for over 25 years in the Community Services sector in both Government and Not for Profit sector as a frontline practitioner. I have worked extensively with children and adults who have experienced trauma and relationship difficulties. I also have significant experience as a people leader, leading teams across Australia as a trainer, project manager and a National practice manager advising on, and implementing best practice.
Personal Experience – On a personal level, I have been through my own personal transformation, moving from the UK to Australia with my husband in 2014 and building a new life together. The move followed an unsuccessful fertility journey involving multiple IVF cycles. I choose to share this part of my journey as it is an area of life which can be difficult for some people to talk about and can prevent them from positively moving forward in their life.
I acknowledge that everyone who has been or is currently on this journey will have their own unique story. I am actively involved in supporting women on a similar journey and an international advocate for those living a childless life through circumstance, not by choice.
‘Owning our own story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do’
Brene Brown
My journey has given me a greater awareness and connection to those living a life they did not expect or hope for. Whether this is due to a health condition/injury, loss of a loved one, a broken relationship or a loss of a different dream, there are similar elements in dealing with grief, loss, navigating relationships and developing the confidence to dream again. This is an area of interest for me in coaching people; both men and women who are facing a different future to one they expected and hope for.
If you would like to specifically discuss any whether coaching in this situation would be the right for you, please contact me for a discussion.
Jo Popplestone 