Le'Siran Edwards

When I started coaching, I felt wobbly, confused and unsure. My work had started to consume who I was as a person. I wasn’t looking after myself, I didn’t feel supported, and I didn’t even know myself well enough to ask for what I needed. I’d lost the joy and clarity that once drove me. I knew I couldn’t untangle it alone. I needed space — to think, to feel, and to make sense of what was happening. Coaching gave me that. It wasn’t about fixing me; it was about helping me see what was and wasn’t mine to carry. Through coaching, I’ve learned to separate me from the job. I’ve realised it’s okay to pause, to check in with myself, to stop drifting along with the current and take charge of my own flow. The tools have been powerful: 🌀 The Emotion and Needs Wheel helped me reconnect with feelings I’d forgotten — even the positive ones. 🪞 Imagery and reflection exercises helped me get out of my head and make sense of my emotions. 🗓️ The Wellbeing Planner turned all the chaos in my mind into structure, calm, and action. I now notice when I’m slipping into old patterns — that tight knot in my stomach or throat reminds me to stop, take five minutes, and reset. I’m better at managing my diary, setting boundaries, and prioritising myself so I can do my best work. The biggest change? I’m clearer, calmer and more confident. I no longer feel everything is my fault. I can think with balance and make better decisions — which means the quality of my work, and the outcomes for children and families, have improved. Le’Siran’s coaching made me dig deep — never uncomfortably, but purposefully. She helped me reframe my thinking, find perspective, and rediscover the professional I’ve always been: tenacious, capable and committed. If you’re a social worker feeling how I did in Session 1 — overwhelmed, questioning yourself, losing sight of who you are — I’d say this: Get coaching. It’s not about changing you; it’s about giving you the space, tools and perspective to stay grounded and human in a system that often forgets you’re both. At my final (6th) coaching session, I feel liberated, grounded and calm. I’ve learned that I can rise above the puddle, stay true to myself, and move forward — lighter, brighter and fully in control.

I'm not sure how I managed to miss previous conferences, but I certainly wont be missing anymore! Although I'm not a social worker, as a clinician the event was more than appropriate for me. From awe inspiring presentations to the interesting workshops and amazing networking opportunities...Le'Siran and her team did a first class professional job. well done!

BDSC 2025 definitely built upon the previous year's conference. Packed of some great speakers and topics, it was definitely more than worth the ticket price.

Very good introduction it was nice to meet other speakers, sponsors and workshop hosts.

you can expect excellence upon excellence. Nothing is left to chance, all speakers, workshop facilitators and other contributors bring a unique area of expertise that 'enables' in every way.

Very informative and comprehensive.

Coaching with Le’Siran | Greater Chamber of Commerce [Future Faces Mentoring] I was matched with Le’Siran in Aug 2024 and we worked together till Aug 2025, at the time I struggled with perfectionism and leadership pressure. Le’Siran’s Sphere of Influence model helped me focus on what I could control, alleviating stress and increasing clarity. By the second session, I learned to prioritize and communicate assertively, reducing guilt and feeling more confident in delegating. Over the year, I became calmer, grounded, and more trusting of my team. I shifted from seeking external validation to trusting my own ideas and speaking up. I also created a new routine that helped me feel more connected at work. When job instability arose, Le’Siran’s tools helped me regain perspective and manage stress effectively. During conflicts, I refined my communication style, balancing directness with patience. 💬 Proud Moments: - Shifting my management style to clarity - Using tools like the Sphere of Influence and Mood Tracker - Trusting myself and communicating confidently Surprise: The answers were always within me. Le’Siran guided me to find my own insights through powerful questions. Recommendation: I highly recommend coaching, especially for those facing career challenges or self-doubt. The experience was transformative. "Be the version of me who no longer worries about everything at once, but knows where to start… and starts there."

Attended trauma informed self care workshop, it was very beneficial and made me realise some of the things I was feeling were down to trauma/work and it will help me recognise and address this.

Thank you Le'Siran for a positive transformational experience. I went from stressed out to cool, calm and collected. It is important to have these safe spaces when working in such a challenging environment. Looking forward to the next one.

I ATTENDED THE BLACK SAFEGUARDING PROFESSIONALS ROUNDTABLE EVENT This is the second online space I have attended for free hosted by Le’Siran & she just has a way of seamlessly facilitating a warm and authentic atmosphere even being online. Particularly for other black practitioners sharing our story and being able to validate each others experiences while some may differ, is always a welcomed time. Thank you for always picking speakers with heart and realness. I hope to share and give back with you one day, especially while I have limited financial means as a thank you this season! x

Attended Trauma Informed self care workshop. Interesting tool to recognise how to be more emotionally resilient at work and to make changes when you are not.

This roundtable event was truly empowering. Led by an inspiring social worker mentor and leader. The space felt safe, affirming, and deeply intentional. It was more than a conversation — it was a celebration of identity, resilience, and community. I left feeling seen, supported, and motivated. It was just what I needed.