About Me
My Background
Hello, I'm Andrew. I've learned a great deal about personal growth. My earlier career spanned recruitment, education, sales, tennis coaching, and training as a naval diver. This varied experience, coupled with the transformative power of coaching (both receiving and giving), has led me to a place of genuine fulfilment. I understand that navigating life's direction can be challenging, as I once felt pretty lost and without a vision of a better future. I'm now in my late forties so am in the fortunate position of being able to use my experience to help younger clients, but am old enough to empathise with older clients too.
I used to burn the candle at both ends, so I know what it’s like to put your health and wellbeing on the back burner. These days, I use that experience to help others who might be stuck in similar patterns. Whether you’re trying to make better choices or just need someone to hold you accountable and keep you on track, I’m here to support you in making positive, lasting changes.
I'm originally from Edinburgh so that should explain the picture on the home page. I now live with my wife, son and dog in Hertfordshire.
Education and Qualifications
Diploma in Life/Wellness Coaching (Association for Coaching accredited) (Level 4)
BSc Sport and Exercise Science (Level 5) Edinburgh Napier University
PGDE in Secondary Science Education with Qualified Teacher Status (Level 7) Aberystwyth University
National Award for Special Needs Coordination (Level 7) University College London UCL
LTA registered L2 Tennis Coach
I plan to study an MSc in Positive Psychology in the coming months.
Philosophy
I’m not religious, and I don’t claim to have all the answers about the meaning of life. In fact, I’m not convinced there is a deep, cosmic reason for any of this — but I do believe while we are here, we might as well make it count.
For me, life isn’t about grinding away until retirement or endlessly chasing perfection. It’s about enjoying the time we’ve got — building good relationships, having a laugh, moving our bodies, eating decent food, having the odd drink (if that's your thing) and making memories that don’t involve just surviving the 9–5.
I believe that happiness isn’t something you find — it’s something you create by living with a bit more intention, humour, and honesty. You don’t need to overhaul your entire life or become a different person. But you can make small, powerful changes that make your life feel better, not just busier.
If that sounds like the kind of approach that makes sense to you, we’ll probably work well together.