NorthSeaCoaching
Denise Ackroyd
Online Career Coach
German & English
My coaching approach is all about helping you unlock your potential and move forward with confidence. As an ILM Level 5 certified coach, I support people of all ages and backgrounds to thrive—whether you’re changing direction, returning to work, or pursuing a new goal. I believe in the power of thoughtful questions to spark insight and action, helping you explore your values, define your goals, and create a plan that works for you.
As a mum of two, I understand how challenging it can be to restart your career—I’ve been through it myself. I’ve also had the privilege of working at the British Embassy in Vienna, where I coached colleagues through career transitions and supported them in navigating their return to work.
Now based in Norfolk, not far from the North Sea coast, I draw inspiration and energy from the sea and the outdoors. That connection to nature, clarity, and forward movement is reflected in the name of my coaching practice—NorthSeaCoaching.
I’d love to support you on your journey.
Online Coaching Service
My personalised online coaching service is client- and target-focused, designed to support you in achieving your specific goals—all from the comfort of your own home. As an ILM Level 5 certified coach, I create a safe, structured space where you remain in full control of the process. Together, we’ll use powerful questioning, constructive feedback, and values exploration to clarify your direction, define a realistic action plan, and follow it through with purpose and accountability.
My Back to Work Coaching programme is designed to help you regain confidence, set clear goals, and get back to a work-ready state. Over six biweekly 60-minute sessions held online, we’ll work together to identify your strengths, uncover areas for development, and rebuild your self-belief through practical exercises.
You’ll take ownership of your journey while I guide your self-directed learning, keep you accountable, and help you stay on track. With the right support, you’ll work harder, stay focused, and reach your goal.
Together, we’ll create a personalised action plan to help you move forward with clarity, motivation, and confidence.
This coaching programme will help you to:
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Rebuild confidence through targeted, practical exercises
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Identify your strengths and areas for development
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Set clear, achievable career goals
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Create a structured, personalised action plan
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Stay accountable and maintain momentum
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Regain a sense of purpose and readiness to return to work
Whether you're stepping into a new role, changing industries, or rethinking your path, this personalised coaching programme supports a confident, successful transition.
We’ll meet biweekly for six 60-minute sessions online via Zoom, offering flexibility and consistent support wherever you are.
Together, we will:
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Clarify your career direction and set a meaningful goal
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Identify your strengths and growth areas
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Create a focused, actionable plan
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Build confidence and motivation
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Stay accountable and track your progress
Using proven coaching tools, I’ll guide your self-directed learning, challenge limiting beliefs, and help you take ownership of your professional growth. Through thoughtful questions and feedback, you'll gain clarity and the confidence to move forward.
You’ll also receive a printable Coaching Journal to reflect on each session, reinforce your learning, and maintain momentum.
By the end, you'll feel empowered and equipped to take purposeful steps into your next chapter—with a clear plan and renewed confidence.
This focused coaching programme is designed to help you gain clarity, define your career goals, and build a clear action plan to move forward with confidence.
Across three structured 60-minute sessions, we’ll:
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Clarify your goals and priorities
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Identify strengths and growth areas
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Create a practical, personalised action plan
I’ll guide your self-directed learning using proven coaching tools, ask insightful questions, and provide feedback that challenges limiting beliefs and builds self-awareness. You’ll take greater ownership of your journey and feel more confident making decisions aligned with your potential.
You’ll also receive a printable Coaching Journal record your reflections after each session, reinforce learning, and stay motivated.
By the end of the programme, you’ll be equipped and empowered to take meaningful action toward your next career step.
My Coaching Approach
I offer tailored one-on-one career coaching designed to support your growth and success. Using proven coaching tools and frameworks, I guide your self-directed learning journey, help you create actionable plans, and hold you accountable every step of the way. Through thoughtful questioning, honest feedback, and mindset-shifting challenges, I empower you to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Testimonials
Client Success Stories
My clients share their experiences about their journey with NorthSeaCoaching.
Sarah (Oxford)
Working with Denise has truly been a turning point for me. She offered clarity, encouragement, and guidance that gently pushed me to see my own worth.
Before our sessions, I felt like I had lost a sense of who I was outside of being a mum. I love that role deeply, but I’d forgotten that there’s more to me…more I can explore, achieve, and enjoy. Denise helped me reconnect with that part of myself. She reminded me that I have passions, skills, and dreams that are still mine to chase.
She asked the right questions, held space without judgment, and helped me uncover options and paths I hadn’t even considered. Thanks to her, I now feel more confident and excited about the future—not just as a mum, but as a whole person.
Maraike (Vienna, Austria)
“Through this coaching I achieved my goals like being more confident in English, finding new fun hobbies, working towards a potential job, being a better mum and accepting myself as it is. It was a great and valuable experience.”
Tom (Greater London)
“This was a positive experience - I found particularly useful the conversations that led to the articulation of ideas, and viewing challenges in particular ways that led to action. These were always useful actions that I completed. The exercises we did exploring personality characteristics were also very interesting - I need to reflect on how this information is used to improve my effectiveness. The overarching goal is something I am working on, but these sessions were helpful in achieving them.”
Clara (Greater London)
“In the beginning I was uncertain what to expect from Coaching but always felt like the time had been well spent. At the last few sessions I was looking forward to finding clarity to my goals, or struggles & was pleasantly surprised by the outcomes.
Denise has helped me achieve a forward focus and sift through lots of mental clutter to find a direction. We also spoke about how to maintain this momentum in the future after coaching ends.”