Candida Stevens

I bring an integrative approach to my work as a coach and therapist, blending mental and physical wellbeing. I began training as a psychotherapist 23 years ago, before I had children, and used that time to immerse myself in infant development. My professional training has unfolded alongside my life: a Masters in Business Psychology when business was my focus, and later a deep dive into the nervous system and burnout as these became part of my lived experience.

My career has been full and varied. I began on the crest of the dot-com wave in my early twenties, moved into teaching when my children were small, and later set up a contemporary art gallery that became highly respected in its field.

Because I have lived experience in each area I now specialise in, I understand first-hand the importance of finding solutions, balance, and sustainable ways of living and working. I know there are many others who recognise parts of this path in themselves, and I’m here to help.

Qualifications:

Accredited Transformational Life Coach (ICF) & Registered Psychotherapist (HG.Dip.P)

CBT-I Sleep specialist (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Insomnia)

Behavioural Health Coach for Adolescents and Young Adults (DBS check)

An ADHD Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP)

MSc Business Psychology / PGCE

TESTIMONIALS

  • The help I have received from candida has been liberating. The way she facilitates growth is unique, with her gentle voice that probes the hidden answers within allows the space she offers to feel safe, calm, patient and kind. Candida leads with intuitive wisdom, guiding whilst allowing the knowledge we already have within to come forward and be realised and processed gently. The tools she uses are powerful in a way that each individual can adapt to their own growth cycle. Her empathy and compassion help to lower walls built from trauma to be taken down as slowly or quickly as is comfortable. The challenges I’ve faced this year Candida has made feel easy to navigate and overcome with her gentle guidance. I wouldn’t be where I am now without Candida’s help. I will be forever grateful to her.

    Therapy client

  • ''My experience with Candida was amazing! We discussed my hesitations and self limiting beliefs around putting myself out there and doing what I love the most. We delved into positive reframing which empowered me. Her series of questions was hitting all the nails on the head and motivated me so much to the point where I made a significant change only a few days after our very first session. So grateful and blessed to have come across her profile! She gets a great understanding of the issue very early on and knows exactly how to guide the conversation. Truly amazing! Thank you so very much, Candida''

    Coaching client

  • “Candida’s sessions were instrumental in helping me navigate a huge confidence knock. Her manner is incredibly kind and gentle while addressing very challenging and sensitive issues. She uses several different techniques which helped work through the different areas I needed help in and without question I feel stronger now and more confident. I am more equipped to face uncertainties and challenges, and ready to take on new adventures with enthusiasm – which is not a place I was in before we started! I wholeheartedly recommend her for anyone needing help with clarifying what is important and building confidence.”

    Therapy client

  • Candida possesses that rare skill of being able to offer completely focused, supportive, silent attention to her coachees. In this stillness both clarity and growth can be achieved. It is an absolute pleasure to be in her presence’

    Coaching client

MY COACHING METHOD

  • Focus

    It all starts by learning how to focus on what you want.

  • Reflect

    Next, you’ll reflect on what may be blocking you, and develop strategies to overcome these obstacles.

  • Refine

    The last step? We learn how to continually refine what we’ve learned. Think of this as your new beginning.

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