Le'Siran Edwards

“I’m grateful to University of Birmingham for matching me with Le’Siran; they were excited and confident about the match, and I see why. The process was seamless and well-aligned with my journey in social work. Le’Siran’s guidance helped me feel seen and supported throughout the entire experience. Being vulnerable and open during our sessions has been transformative. Le’Siran creates a safe space where I can share my thoughts and emotions without fear. I’m doing something through the screen that has genuinely changed my life. Le’Siran leads with trust and empathy. I feel held, supported, and empowered to make decisions. I’ve never felt judged; instead, I feel heard and seen. She’s so focused on me as the client, ensuring I get the best possible support. I’ve learned that the language I use can be detrimental to my healing. By compartmentalising information—whether it’s emotional, spiritual, or career-related—I’ve learned to manage my experiences more effectively and stop being so hard on myself. I’ve become more confident in navigating my social work career. Le’Siran’s guidance helped me realise that local authority work wasn’t for me at the start of my career, and I have now found my place in a Family Residential Assessment Centre working within a parent and baby unit. I now understand my role in a team and have more clarity on my professional goals. I used to struggle with putting things into separate boxes, which overwhelmed me. Le’Siran interrupted that pattern and showed me how to organise my thoughts, allowing me to make better decisions for myself and prepare for my social work placement. Realising my strengths in social work and where I fit best has been eye-opening. Our powerful coaching sessions have guided me to think long-term and recognise the value I bring, both personally and professionally. Trust Le’Siran to lead you through the process. She takes the time to understand you and tailors each session to benefit you the most. Her coaching style is refreshing, valuable, and genuinely impactful. I never leave a session feeling negative. She draws out the best in me, helping me reach my goals—even when I didn’t plan to get emotional in a session, but was always in a safe place to do so when needed. Le’Siran, thank you for your unwavering support, wisdom, and kindness. Your coaching has been life-changing, and I’m so grateful for the journey we’ve had together.” Thank you xx😊xx

I recently underwent a coaching programme that left me pleasantly surprised and immensely reflective. The process encouraged me to ponder upon myself in ways I hadn't considered before, promoting alternative perspectives and approaches. One particularly useful tool was the emotion wheel, aiding me in enhancing my emotional literacy. The Attachment Assessment was a standout component, delving into how I come across as a person and exploring the influence of my background and upbringing. Gaining deeper insights into myself has made a significant difference, instilling in me the belief that I possess the capability to improve. It has strengthened my courage to actively work on self-improvement and be fully present in my journey. Engaging in reflective conversations and utilizing various tools allowed me to unearth new facets of my identity. I have successfully shed negative beliefs, such as doubting my abilities, which now feel significantly diminished. In terms of recommendations, I wholeheartedly endorse this coaching programme. It has opened pathways that were previously unseen and provided a strong foundation for my ongoing journey. While there is much left to work on, I've made substantial progress during the coaching programme. When asked about specific learnings, the process stirred up a myriad of emotions, with a slight initial resistance. Overcoming this discomfort and persisting in self-exploration was a valuable lesson. The ability to take pauses and reflect has become a key takeaway from the coaching experience, especially during stressful moments. I aspire to further develop the skill of asking myself reflective questions during challenging times. Reflecting on the overall experience, it provided me with optimism, hope, and a safe space to be my authentic self. The coaching was different from my expectations, leaning more towards conversational than classroom-style, encouraging deep introspection and thoughtful consideration. In conclusion, the coaching programme has been a transformative journey, surpassing my initial expectations. It has equipped me with valuable tools and insights, fostering personal growth and resilience.

I can't speak highly enough about my experience with the Pathfinder Coaching Programme. This journey of self-discovery has been a game-changer for me. When asked what I've learned about myself, the first thing that comes to mind is the importance of taking time to reflect and process. This program has encouraged me to slow down and really think about who I am and what I want. What's truly remarkable about this coaching experience is the way it highlights the positives in my life. Le'Siran is exceptional at getting to the root of issue. She helps point out my strengths, it's like receiving confirmation that I'm on the right path. One of the most surprising aspects of this journey is the realisation that I can keep going, no matter how tough things get. I feel more positive and empowered to make meaningful changes in my life. Building resilience has become a reality, not just a concept. The difference this coaching programme has made in my life is profound. I've become clearer about how to cope with stress, and I now understand that I have choices. Le'Siran helped me identify a key support network and creative outlets that are essential for my well-being and I'm committed to sticking to them. Most importantly, the coaching has helped me realise that I can do it – I can overcome work and personal challenges. What has been most helpful to me is the systematic approach to self-improvement. I've taken valuable assessments, like the values assessment and personality assessment, and I've even ordered Le'Siran's self-care journal and mood tracker book to support my personal growth journey. I cannot recommend the Le'Siran's coaching programs enough, not just to fellow social workers but to anyone seeking to enhance their career and personal development. Thanks to this program, I've gained improved resilience, confidence, and the courage to face work challenges head-on. It's truly transformative, and I'm incredibly grateful for this experience. My coaching experience has been a journey. Although the coaching has come to an end, you have motivated to keep going. Generally I find endings difficult but this experience has helped me to be more insightful. You have drawn thing out of me which has challenged me but has helped me to think clearly. I am feeling courageous and bold to take on obstacles that come my way. Thank you for believing in me :)

My Pathfinder experience has been a journey of self awareness, clarity and activity working on my personal growth and development. Le’Siran created a coaching space that felt safe and non-judgemental which allowed me to explore different areas of my life and development in depth. Coaching sessions have equip me with tools and resources that encourage me to take leadership of my development outside of sessions. It has felt empowering to be more conscious and intentional with my decision making. The programme has not only taught me a lot about myself, my attachment style and behaviours but has also been insightful when exploring different areas such as behaviour patterns, relationships, my career and emotional health. As a social worker this has provided me with transferable skills that support me with my professional development and encourages leadership in my career. I am grateful to have been introduced to the Social Work Coaching Hub (SWCH). I have benefited greatly from my first pathfinder programme and I am now transitioning into my second. I am looking forward to what is in store and continuing my journey with Le’Siran.

I would like to say it was suppose to be a group session of offloading but only I turned up and it became a coaching session which I appreciated as it was much needed I was dealing with a complex and complicated case and Le'Siran was able to make me reflect and unpick but also confirmation of what needed to be done and the confidence that I could go and speak with my manager and have a plan of what needed to be said. I like how Le'Siran was able to aid me to think outside of the box and think retrospectively and also not to doubt your ability which I needed as I am a NQSW. So I would like to say thank you Le'Siran it really did help and I recommend. Also what I appreciated is not feeling judged your tone of voice the knowledge you had and how we were able to explore and insight and it felt like a journey with an aim. Thank you

The "Exploring Your Attachment Style" workshop this evening was extremely insightful, interactive and I enjoyed learning more about my personal attachment style and how this can impact my interactions with others. The course facilitator Le'Siran was brilliant and very skilful at encouraging interesting discussions within a safe and supportive learning environment.

"Today's coaching conversation was a positive and insightful experience. If someone were to ask me tomorrow about what happened in the session, I would enthusiastically share that it was a truly remarkable discussion centered around leadership. It was meaningful and eye-opening as we delved into exploring my true self and understanding my emotions. The session helped me make sense of my feelings and I'm empowered me to embrace my potential as a leader. What surprised me the most today were the coaching exercises we engaged in. Through these exercises, I was able to articulate my thoughts and beliefs, and it was a revelation to realise that I do possess leadership qualities (although I acknowledge that there is still work to be done). This realisation was both empowering and surprising, as it affirmed my value and capabilities but highlighted areas for growth. What truly stands out from today's coaching session is the deep satisfaction I felt in speaking with a coach who genuinely understood me as a social worker. The empathy and understanding they showed created a safe and supportive space for me to explore my leadership journey. It was a truly invaluable experience to be able to share my thoughts and challenges with someone who truly comprehends the unique aspects of my work. Overall, my coaching conversation with Le'Siran has left me feeling positive, inspired, and motivated to continue my personal and professional growth. I am grateful for the guidance and insights gained from this session, and I am excited to apply what I've learned to further develop my leadership skills. I highly recommend coaching to anyone seeking to unlock their emotions, true potential and make meaningful progress in their personal and professional lives."