About me
I help introverts find their voice — and feel comfortable holding space in any room.
As a coach with a background in performance, I support people who feel quiet, overlooked or unsure of their impact. My approach is warm, gentle and practical, with no pressure to be “bigger” or more extroverted than you want to be. Using simple embodied techniques from acting, improvisation and integral coaching, I help you find a grounded, authentic voice that feels natural and confident.
Together we explore what gets in the way — often that inner voice that says you’re not ready or not enough. Rather than pushing past it, we learn to understand it and build new ways of showing up that feel safe and sustainable. Through small, manageable exercises and real-world practice, you begin to speak with more ease, take up space comfortably and trust your presence.
My path into coaching grew from years as an actor, facilitator and communication trainer. I saw how people come alive when they feel seen and supported, and I now blend those tools with integral coaching to help people express themselves fully and feel at home in their own voice.
Common coaching themes include:
• Lack of confidence
• Inner criticism
• Loss of direction or motivation
What to expect
Coaching programmes typically run for 5–10 sessions, depending on your goals. Each session builds towards real, practical progress while giving you space to reflect, reset and move forward with confidence.
If you’re ready to move past old limitations and start creating the life you want, I’d love to hear from you. Get in touch and let’s explore how we can work together.
Jamie
What my clients say
"I began to see the direction I wanted to take in life. Jamie is caring, supportive and easy to talk to." – Teacher
"Jamie helps you grow. His personalised programmes bring balance, enrichment, and enhanced happiness." – Accountant
"Jamie’s coaching helped me achieve more than I ever thought possible. What I’ve learnt has been invaluable." – Software Consultant
"I’m still using the skills Jamie taught me long after the programme ended. He’s professional, understanding, and genuinely supportive." – Teacher
"Working with Jamie was eye-opening. I gained self-awareness, shifted how I approached commitments and relationships, and most importantly, changed my view of myself. He’s observant, thoughtful, and funny—I highly recommend him." – Medical Researcher
Training, qualifications & experience
Professional Coach (International Coach Federation)
Integral Development Coach ( New Ventures West)
Jamie works freelance as a Life Coach and Executive coach and founded JamieSymonsCoaching, which provides one to one coaching, group coaching and communication training to individuals and organisations. Jamie is currently providing facilitation for Action Learning groups across Suffolk, Norfolk and North Essex.
For more information, please visit
www.jamiesymonscoaching.co.uk
Member organisations
The International Coach Federation is the professional association for personal and business coaches worldwide.
Coaches can become accredited by the ICF, who have three grades of membership: Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master Certified Coach (MCC), with the different categories standing for different levels of training and experience. Master Certified Coach's have achieved a substantial level of training and experience.
Members of ICF are accountable to a professional code of ethics.
Areas of coaching I deal with
Fees
£80.00 per session
Free initial telephone session
Additional information
I offer 30 minute free coaching session by phone to get to know each other and discuss what you are looking to achieve from the coaching. This will allow us both to get a flavour of what it might be like to work with each other and whether it is a good fit.
Each session lasts between 60 - 90 minutes.
If you are looking for ongoing support and are thinking about a coaching programme ( 5 - 10 sessions) the initial session is fully refundable if you decide that this type of coaching is not for you.
Between the sessions you will be given practices to take up which are designed to help develop new awareness around your coaching topic.
Our sessions will be held at a mutually convenient location for the client and coach. When it is not possible to meet face to face coaching can take place over Zoom.
When I work
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Further information
I have consulting rooms in Hadleigh and Woodbridge, Suffolk. I also provide coaching all round the country and world using Zoom.
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