Kristin Mcilquham

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ACC, EMCC Senior Practitioner, MHFA, MA, MSc (in training)

About me

Are you a creative, freelancer or woman in leadership who feels stuck, overwhelmed or burnt out? Coaching can help.

Many of the people I work with are struggling with:

  • Procrastination and creative blocks
  • Self doubt, anxiety and low confidence
  • ADHD and overthinking
  • Comparing themselves to others
  • A lack of joy in the everyday
  • Feeling like work is being done to them rather than by them
  • Not feeling in the driving seat of their own life
  • Wanting more time and space for themselves
  • Not knowing what their next move is
  • Achieving on the outside but feeling disconnected on the inside
  • Difficult conversations they keep avoiding
  • Overwhelm and burnout

Coaching with me focuses on clarity, confidence and momentum. Together we work out what matters to you, what is blocking you and what your next steps need to be. So you can make decisions with more ease, trust yourself again and get back in the driving seat of your own life.

I work particularly well with:

Actors, artists, writers, designers and creative entrepreneurs
Women stepping into leadership or navigating senior roles
Freelancers and founders wanting accountability and direction
People managing ADHD, anxiety or confidence issues who want practical, grounded support

Coaching can help you to:

  • Get clarity on your life and career direction
  • Build confidence and self trust
  • Move past procrastination and overthinking
  • Stop comparing yourself to others
  • Manage ADHD, anxiety and overwhelm
  • Reconnect with creativity, focus and motivation
  • Have the difficult conversations you keep avoiding
  • Find more energy, joy and space for yourself

I am an EMCC Senior Practitioner and ACC accredited coach based in Highgate, North London, currently completing an MSc in Gestalt Psychotherapy. I also have credits at the National Theatre, BBC and Ridley Scott productions and teach acting at Met Film School. I work with care, depth and clear boundaries.

Book a free 30 minute clarity call: studioself.co.uk/coaching-for-creatives

In-person sessions available in Highgate, North London. All other sessions online across the UK.

Don't take my word for it:

"Meeting with Krissi has dramatically improved my confidence and self-awareness. She has a remarkable ability to ask questions that help you discover answers you did not know you had within you. The benefits are already evident in my career progression." MW, Head of Design

"Her guidance created a safe and inspiring space where I found not only the answers I needed but also the confidence to pursue what I love." Aurelie, Set Designer

"My life came into focus after just a few sessions with Krissi. She is kind, supportive and focused." Amber, Actor

"Krissi's expertise in identifying and addressing the blocks that were holding me back was impressive. Her guidance is gentle yet highly effective." Pip, Founder

Training, qualifications & experience

Senior Practitioner — EMCC Global (European Mentoring and Coaching Council)
Highest level of accreditation for professional coaches and mentors in the UK

Accredited Diploma in Transformative Coaching
Animas Centre for Coaching — PCC level accredited leadership and life coaching qualification

Master of Arts with Distinction — Acting and Performance
Academy of Live and Recorded Arts (ALRA) — professional actor training, National Theatre, BBC and Ridley Scott productions

MSc Gestalt Psychotherapy (in training)
Metanoia Institute — UKCP aligned psychotherapy training, Year 2

Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy
Metanoia Institute

Mental Health First Aider
MHFA England — qualified mental health first aid instructor

Foundation Certificate in Couples Psychotherapy
Tavistock Relationships

Certified Trauma-Informed Coach
The Centre for Healing

Areas of coaching I deal with

Other areas of coaching I deal with

The Artist Way coaching

Fees

Free initial online session

Health Insurance/EAP

  • Aviva
  • Axa Health
  • BUPA
  • Health Assured
  • Saga
  • Vitality
  • WPA

When I work

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Early morning
Morning
Early afternoon
Late afternoon
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40 Highgate West Hill, London, N6 6LS

London, Greater London, SW2

Type of session

In person
Online
Phone

Types of client

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Older Adults (65+)
Groups
Organisations
Employee Assistance Programme

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