Hello, I’m Tracey

The person behind The Compass Coach.

I've spent more than 29 years working with people through some of life's challenges, changes and unexpected turns. Along the way, I've learned that people don't always need someone to give them the answers. Sometimes they need someone who will listen, ask a different question, challenge their thinking and give them the space to work things out for themselves.

That's what I love about coaching.

Belonging sits at the heart of everything I do. I know how powerful it can be to feel accepted, understood and valued, and how difficult life can become when you don't.

Whether I'm working with a young person who's struggling to find their place, a parent who's wondering if they're getting things right, or a leader who's carrying more than anyone realises, my approach is much the same.

I'll listen. I'll be curious. I'll be honest. And sometimes I'll ask the question you've been avoiding.

Always with kindness, and usually with a little humour along the way.

Because coaching doesn't have to be serious all the time, even when the things we're talking about are.

Why belonging matters to me

Belonging isn't just a word I've chosen for my business. It's something that matters to me personally.

Growing up, particularly during my school years, I didn't always feel that I fitted in. I know what it's like to look around and wonder where your place is, or whether you need to change something about yourself to be accepted.

Those experiences have stayed with me. They've also helped shape the way I work with people today.

I don't believe anyone should have to become someone else to feel that they belong.

And I don't believe we need to have everything figured out before we can start moving forward.

Sometimes we need a space where we can be ourselves, say the things we're not quite ready to say anywhere else, and explore what's really going on without fear of judgement.

That's the kind of space I aim to create through The Compass Coach.

Not somewhere I'll tell you who to be or what to do, but somewhere we can explore what matters to you, challenge some of the stories you might be telling yourself, and discover what becomes possible when you start trusting your own voice.

MY APPROACH

I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to coaching. We're all different, with our own experiences, challenges, strengths and ways of seeing the world. What works for one person won't necessarily work for another.

For me, coaching starts with building a relationship. Getting to know you, understanding what matters to you and creating an environment where you feel comfortable enough to think out loud, explore ideas and occasionally get things wrong.

I won't pretend to have all the answers, and I certainly won't tell you how to live your life. But I will ask questions, offer different perspectives and sometimes challenge the thinking that might be getting in your way.

There might be laughter, there might be uncomfortable silences, and there might be moments when something suddenly makes sense.

We won't rush to find an answer just because silence feels awkward.

Whether we're working together individually or in a group, my aim is to help you develop greater awareness, discover your own possibilities and find a way forward that feels right for you.

Because ultimately, this is your journey. I'm simply alongside you for part of it.

My Professional Background

My coaching practice is supported by more than 29 years of experience in the public sector, working with people through challenge, change and uncertainty.

Throughout my career, I've worked in demanding environments where communication, leadership, decision-making and understanding people really matter. I've seen the difference that good leadership, meaningful relationships and having someone in your corner can make.

That experience has shaped the coach and supervisor I am today. I bring practical experience alongside professional coaching skills, with an approach that's grounded in integrity, curiosity and a genuine interest in people.

I'm an Accredited Executive Coach and qualified Coach Supervisor, with additional qualifications in life coaching and coaching within education.

My professional development also includes safeguarding, adverse childhood experiences, trauma-informed practice and supporting children and young people's mental health.

I believe professional credibility matters, but so does being human. Qualifications provide a foundation; it's what we do with our knowledge, experience and relationships that makes the difference.

Who I Work With

One of the things I love most about coaching is the variety of people I get to work alongside. Different ages, different experiences and very different challenges, but often with more in common than we might first imagine.

My work includes young people finding their feet, parents and carers navigating the sometimes complicated world of supporting their children, and adults facing change, uncertainty or new responsibilities.

I also work with leaders, coaches and practitioners who spend much of their time supporting others, offering coaching and reflective supervision that gives them space to focus on themselves for a change.

Alongside individual work, I collaborate with schools and organisations to support wellbeing, leadership, communication and personal development.

The people and circumstances may be different, but my commitment remains the same: to meet people where they are, rather than where anyone else thinks they should be.

You can explore the different ways we might work together on my Services and Supervision pages.

Let's Connect

If something you've read resonates with you, perhaps it's worth having a conversation.

Whether you're looking for coaching for yourself, support for a young person, or space to reflect on your professional practice, I'd love to hear from you.

There's no pressure and no expectation. Just an opportunity to explore what you're looking for and whether working together might be a good fit.

Sometimes a conversation is a good place to start.