Le'Siran Edwards

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.

Thank you Le’Siran for creating a safe online space where Black professionals can be vulnerable and open to reflect on their experiences in the workplace, discuss what support has been helpful throughout our journeys and consider how we can take care of our ourselves and each other! Here’s to more amazing events! Davina

This was a very insightful and creative way for us to self care. As practitioners, we seem to find numerous reasons why we cannot self care, and end up being burnt out. Thank you. Pat

Great ideas to reflect on

I love the safe space for black professional to be able to connect, network and support each other on their professional and personal journey. The space comes with a wealth of both knowledge, skills and authenticity.

I really appreciated the safe space and the openness of the speakers / attendees. Thank you for the roundtable and please offer ongoing sessions :)

Before Coaching
When I first started coaching, I was emotionally and physically exhausted. I was determined to keep moving forward, but beneath that determination was deep fatigue, irritation, and an uncomfortable acceptance of things I hadn’t fully sat with. My resilience was built on action, not reflection — masking emotions rather than acknowledging them. I often felt the need to control narratives, particularly around my disability, both in the workplace and in my personal life. I was used to hypothesising others’ responses, constantly preparing for disappointment, and feeling like I had to hide parts of myself to survive. I was seeking guidance, not because I couldn’t walk the path, but because I needed a space to not walk it alone. During Coaching
Coaching offered me a transformative mirror — one that showed the cost of my old patterns, but also the strength I had unknowingly built. I learned to name emotions rather than power through them. I recognised the unhealthy defence mechanisms I relied on and explored new ways of approaching relationships and environments, particularly at work. Tools like the Sphere of Influence helped me to differentiate between what I could control and what I needed to release.
 Each session peeled back layers of self-protection and habitual teaching mindsets, allowing me to be more open, less defensive, and more authentic. I practiced anchoring myself with positive memories and rituals that brought me peace. I became less anxious in meetings, more grounded in my own power, and better able to engage with others without assuming hostility. After Coaching
Today, I feel hopeful, empowered, and more at ease with myself. I’ve redefined my relationship with resilience — no longer using it to mask my feelings but to embrace and navigate them. I’ve built healthier routines, created boundaries, and developed strategies to manage my work without falling into cycles of stress and over-preparation. 
Most importantly, I’ve let go of defensiveness and the fear that asking for support would make me appear weak. I’m more comfortable being seen — as a whole person — and not just as a professional trying to prove capability. 
The coaching journey didn’t just prepare me for my next career steps; it reshaped how I see myself, and my place in the professional world. I no longer feel the need to ‘find the side door’ — I am confident enough to walk through the front, as I am. The coaching positively impacted on the work I carry out with families as it helped me work introspectively with parents and applied to my practice. Because of the helpful impact coaching has had, I’ve decided to continue working with Le’Siran, as it has truly supported my journey as a student social worker — helping me navigate workplace challenges and ensuring that I have the right support in place.

I was feeling frustrated with my interview performance, thinking I was doing something wrong. I knew I had the knowledge, but I struggled with presenting myself in the best way. Le’Siran’s bespoke coaching programme challenged me to reflect on myself and my patterns in a way I hadn’t before. I used to shut down in interviews, struggling under pressure. If I didn’t get the job, I felt rejected and stressed, always questioning what went wrong. I was constantly trying to prove myself, especially to managers, and I felt like I had to stay up to date just to be taken seriously. I had an urgency to progress, and it preoccupied most of my thoughts. During Coaching: Le’Siran’s coaching approach is tailored, thought-provoking, and deeply reflective. Through our sessions, I was able to challenge my beliefs and behaviours—especially those I assumed were just “who I am.” I started recognising that many of my patterns weren’t my true self but habits I had formed over time. A major shift happened in how I approached interviews. Instead of feeling pressure to say the “right” thing, I focused on whether I actually wanted the role. In one interview, I asked my own questions at the end and walked away feeling relieved, realising I didn’t even want the job. Normally, I would have felt rejected or stressed about not getting it. This time, I felt completely at peace, which surprised me. After Coaching: One of the biggest realisations was that I actually enjoy being a social worker. Recently, I handled some tough situations, and a headteacher even commented on how calmly and effectively I dealt with them. That’s when it hit me—I’m good at what I do, and I no longer feel the need to prove it constantly. I’ve also let go of the constant urgency to progress. I still want to grow, but it no longer consumes my thoughts. Le’Siran’s coaching has helped me embrace confidence, self-acceptance, and a new way of thinking. I now trust my abilities without over-explaining or justifying myself. Specific Changes: More in control of my emotions and actions More relaxed and calm in high-pressure situations Choosing how I react rather than feeling compelled to respond a certain way No longer feeling the need to prove myself constantly Not getting bored as quickly—I still love a challenge, but I no longer lose interest after proving a point to myself Before coaching, I blamed myself for not proving to others that I was better than they thought. I believed my life experience was holding me back, but really, I had set a vague, unreachable target for myself. Now, I don’t feel that same pressure. Why I’m Continuing with Le’Siran’s Coaching Programme: I’ve never felt as good about myself as I do right now. Walking into my second coaching programme with Le’Siran, I feel more self-assured, grounded, and ready to keep growing. This programme isn’t just about career progression—it’s about transforming your mindset, challenging limiting beliefs, and truly stepping into your potential. Because of these shifts, I’ve decided to continue coaching with Le’Siran.

Before I started coaching, I was really struggling to maintain a work-life balance. I constantly felt exhausted, doing my best to show up for my team, but deep down I knew I couldn’t cover everything on my own. I wanted to be seen as capable and professional, but I didn’t always feel that way. I doubted myself a lot, was unsure how I came across to others, and didn’t really know how to assert myself as a team manager. I had high expectations of myself and was always thinking, “I should be doing better.” I’d tried speaking to a friend and mentor, but it still felt like a weight on my shoulders that I couldn’t quite shake. I was showing up, but inside I kept thinking—Why does this feel so hard? During Coaching: From the very first session, things began to shift. We started by assessing my leadership skills using Le’Siran’s Leadership Wheel, and to my surprise, I realised I was already doing a lot more than I gave myself credit for. That exercise alone gave me an instant boost in confidence. It made me realise I was being overly critical of myself. Coaching gave me space to pause, reflect, and focus on me—not just the tasks at hand, but how I was growing, how I was leading, and how I wanted to show up for my team. We worked on shifting my mindset and doing practical self-development tasks like being more present, acknowledging my own strengths, and challenging the unhelpful narratives I’d been telling myself. Le’Siran really supported me to see myself differently. I began to trust myself more and saw my leadership as something to be nurtured, not judged. During this journey, I received positive feedback from colleagues and my team, and the difference that made to me was huge. I became more self-aware and realised that things I’d thought were “just normal” were actually skills and strengths. I started making more intentional decisions—about how I communicate, how I supervise, and how I support individuals within my team. Supervision became more focused, with clearer guidance and more purposeful questions. I also stopped worrying so much about what others thought or whether I was doing things “right.” I learned to know when to support others—and when to reach out for support myself. Tools like the Emotion Wheel helped me realise I wasn’t in as dark a place as I thought. There were more positive feelings under the surface than I expected, and that really reassured me. I began to see that being me as a leader was not only enough—it was exactly what my team needed. After Coaching: Now, I feel much more confident. I’ve realised it’s completely okay not to have all the answers. I’ve become more grounded, more reflective, and far less hard on myself. I no longer feel I have to be like someone else to be effective. I just need to be me—and that’s more than enough. I’ve learned to adjust my communication style to suit different members of the team, and I feel much more confident giving guidance and direction. The team is more empowered now, and the overall dynamics have improved. What I’m most proud of is that I committed to this process. I showed up for myself, invested in my development, and I can see the shift in both my confidence and my leadership style. I now truly believe: I can do this. New Beliefs I Now Hold: I believe in myself and leadership abilities more. I’m already doing more than I thought. My leadership might look different, and that’s absolutely fine. I can handle challenges calmly and confidently. Growth takes time, and I’m on the right path. Realising the value of having a Coach Le'Siran beside you helps you shift in perspective and improve your self-awareness and self-development. I'd recommend Le'Siran. Coaching works!