Russ Bignell

*SEE MY WEBSITE - https://www.encompass-coaching.net/

I'm an experienced personal development coach and mentor offering solution focused and goal-oriented coaching. I have a genuine interest in getting to know you and what it is you truly want and need to be happy, healthy and successful. 

In my world the way you talk to yourself matters. The way you see things matters. The choices you make matter. The action you take or don’t take matters. But most of all YOU matter. You deserve to be happy. This is how I see things when trying to help people like you, whatever the issue. I  make it my soul mission to work alongside you, to action what you want to change and redesign your life. It can start now. 

I can help you make the improvements you want to make in your life, whether that’s implementing the best habits and health regimes, and making them stick, helping you stop negativity, helping you make the improvements you want to see at work or at home, helping you find the passion you have lost for life.

Not sure what to do, but feel like you want something to change? Perhaps you want to increase confidence, stop people pleasing and/or get focused? Are you living and working with chronic illness?

You might not know what’s not working precisely, and what your values really are, but you know that you feel overwhelmed, you’re not present, you’re talking yourself down, you are even perhaps comfort eating at night or over-drinking.

The good news is you can feel happier, be considerably more positive in your outlook, you can get your life under control and moving in the right direction. As an experienced career and life-coach, who felt all these things in the past, I have the tools to help you do this. And it’s not too difficult.  You can change.

The first step is to book a discovery call with me, then once we know your goal(s), we will structure the sessions so that we are working toward a solution and change.

My coaching style

My focus is on supporting and empowering you with a relaxed and compassionate style. Together we get deep into your mindset and the psychology to help you make positive and permanent change. 

Through my unique SURGE coaching process, you will come to understand that you have all the resources and answers you need to turn things around. I invite you to safely explore your thoughts, beliefs, environment, passions and values to find out what it is you have to bring to the world. I will be here to guide you to your goals, boost your career and your way of life.

Together we will:

• Focus on what you want to work on – establish clear goals.
• Explore your current reality and understand your mindset as we begin to shape a new one.
• Start to challenge any limiting beliefs and recreate new ones. A brand new mindset.
• Help you to realise that the quality of life is only as good as the quality of your thoughts.
• Bring self-awareness to unhelpful behaviours that have been learnt, igniting power in you to find solutions.
• Help clarify what you DO want through creative thinking and inner exploration.
• Plan clear SMART actions and define clear strategies so you WILL achieve your goals. Action is the most important thing.
• Reflect on your progress and reinforce positive actions.

I get a huge buzz from seeing these transformations and watching clients become happy and present. I know that it is incredibly difficult to reach out and ask for support, but I am aware that it is a necessity in modern life, and self-help books will only get you so far. I found accountability makes the difference.

If you would like to know how I can help you, please phone, text or email me directly for a free discovery chat about how you can move forwards with my support.

My programs are designed to be cost-effective. I want to empower you to help yourself going forwards and not to rely on me. The skills you learn in our short time together will last you a lifetime. 

If this resonates with you then I very much look forward to meeting you.

Thank you, Russ.

Call or text me on: 07977 922112 or send me an email.

• ADHD
• Understanding and dealing with Chronic illness and Nervous System Dysregulation
• Exploring fresh ideas… Unlock potential and hidden skills/talents
• Challenging inner critic and negative thoughts – reframe your mindset          
• Building emotional resilience
• Improving self-awareness (finding out more about you)
• Stepping out of your comfort zone, take action and make those changes you desire
• Time/Personal management – focusing on what’s important to you
• Maximising your life – with a renewed perspective
• Re-balancing life-work
• Reducing stress
• Enhancing creativity
• Self-development – leading to inner sense of fulfilment
• Finding your purpose
• Maintaining healthy relationships
• Setting achievable goals
• Improving Health & Nutrition
• Cultivating good mental wellbeing
• Keeping yourself accountable
• FINDING HAPPINESS.

I offer the following coaching sessions and packages:

First step = Free Connection Call

Free 30 minute call with me, so that we can have the opportunity to get to know one another and get a feel for if we are the right fit for working together.

This is a vital part of the process as it is really important to me that we have spoken so that I can get an idea of what support you are looking for and it’s your chance to find out more about me, my coaching services and whether I might be the right coach for you.

Absolutely no obligation to proceed. If after the call you feel you have gained enough information to take your own path that is absolutely fine, OR we can work together on the next steps.

Next steps – my packages:

BESPOKE/INDIVIDUAL 

Not quite sure what you need initially? I offer therapy that works for you, so you pay for what you need. We can discuss options during the free connection call to see what fits. Everyone is different which is fine. I will always try to be as flexible as I can. From £80 per session.

ENCOMPASS MONTHLY (most popular)

• Dedicated and personalised 1:1 support helping you to grow and develop
• Pre-work to complete which helps us take a broad and detailed look at your life and get really clear on what’s not working for you and where your challenges lie
•  Evaluation of your story, values, beliefs and aspirations
• 2 x 90 mins 1-1 or 3 x 60 mins (e.g. approx. every 10 days) 1-1 personalised and targeted 1:1 online coaching calls every month using unique SURGE coaching framework (this gives you time between staggered sessions to work on actions where week by week committed sessions might not work for you)
• Regular champion/accountability support contact throughout the month in between sessions via WhatsApp chat and support, no more waiting for your next session, you have instant support whenever you need it (high client value) 
• Tailored worksheets, videos, tools, resources to support your growth.
   
  Individuals: *£310 per month or 3-6 month blocks available at a reduced price of £900 /£1800 (via monthly payment if needed)

*From client experience to get full value from my coaching I would recommend minimum 12 week commitment as this is where I see the most change but it is down to the individual.

IN PERSON ENCOMPASS NATURE WALK

I offer bespoke occasional walk and talks in the Harrogate area where you get the benefit of meeting in person and taking in some nature too. These 1-1’s are subject to my availability but are great for taking you away from your normal environment, a change of scene if you like and a chance to really soothe your nervous system whilst combining a coaching session. Sessions are normally between 60-90 mins but can be tailored. Contact me for details.

Whichever package you choose, your coaching journey will be unique and you`ll receive tailored advice and resources depending on your goals.

ADHD clients – I accept Access to Work referrals

12 week signature SURGE programs – currently unavailable 

I'm pretty flexible during the week and try to accommodate clients needs where possible. Ideally we will lock in a regular time/date to suit both parties. There's always a solution!

*SEE MY WEBSITE - https://www.encompass-coaching.net/

 A BIT ABOUT ME.
Hi - I’m Russ. I live with my partner of 22 years, and my two teenagers, plus ‘Elsie’ my rescue dog. I’m a devoted family man with a love for the great outdoors, sporting activities (biking, tennis, surfing, running, darts……) and travelling when possible, because I like to see how other cultures deal with life. And I never feel better than when I’m in the sea and sun. I think I’m solar-powered.

I’m a coach but I prefer to describe myself as a ‘co-pilot’ as this describes the coaching process I adopt to empower people like you - who may feel you’re not on the right path in life, or are struggling with health, identity or career blocks - to discover your ‘new’ direction and make positive change in your life. I want you to feel happier, and I’m there on the journey with you.

I’m compassionate, a creative solutions thinker, I have an adventurous spirit, am curious about the way we think and are programmed to think, and even though I’m no longer in my earlier professional career, I won awards for large scale innovations which are still being used today, so I like to think outside the box. I made a mark.

Helping others is a huge part of my purpose and passion. I have been on my own journey of self-discovery and have plenty of life experience to call upon. I know what it’s like to have had a difficult upbringing with caregivers who have perhaps let you down, or you may never have received the quality guidance you deserve. I was raised by a single parent in a household rife with stress and anxiety. I lost my father to suicide, and I have experienced burn-out and chronic illness in my striving to create what I thought was a successful life.
I had very limited beliefs, hadn’t dealt with my trauma, and I was absorbed with negative self-talk. I was very sick and unhappy in all aspects of my life. I felt I was failing as a father and as a provider.

What did this look like? I was overworking, wasn’t present at home, was striving to improve but at the expense of my health and my family. I was outwardly very successful professionally, but inside was dealing with anxiety, self-doubt, low confidence, and lots and lots of people-pleasing.

I wanted to be in control of everything - never letting go or going with the flow. I wasn’t able to appreciate the now, as I was so focused on bettering my future and wanting more. I was only really happy when doing extreme activities and was dopamine hunting all the time, but without focus.

I lacked peace and true fulfilment. My achieving was for its own sake, and not with my health and wellbeing in mind. It was hellish. I had a physical breakdown and contracted pneumonia and CFS.

I eventually turned it around with external help. Initially I believed that I just had to ‘get on with it’, push and work harder to make things work! I thought coaching or mentoring was for someone else and that my situation was just something I had to figure out myself.

How wrong I was. I now know through my coaching education that I had all the tools & resources I needed to find my way. I was just lacking a coaching framework and the understanding of how our mind-body connection is pivotal to health and wellbeing.

Once I sought coaching/therapy help, through that transformational process I discovered the purpose that I had been chasing all my life was right in front of my nose. Now, I understand how to focus on self-care and my mental health. I’m in control of my health and my emotions, how I spend my time and where my energy goes. The way I see the world and myself has changed irrevocably.

The three most important things I now believe are:

The way we talk to ourselves matters.

Science has shown that our brains are plastic. We’re all capable of the change we want to see in ourselves - we’re not fixed, either at what we’re doing in life or who we are. We’re renewing cells daily, and we can renew thoughts and actions daily too. We just need a few nudges and pearls of knowledge to get us there.

We all need and deserve help. (Coaching isn’t a luxury, health (mental or otherwise) is wealth.

Contact me above for a free discovery call to find out how I can best help you.

REVIEWS 

 I’m Alex. I’m 31, and I have ADHD. But despite that I’d always done quite well at work. Then I had a baby, and everything changed for me. I struggled with work, I got crazy anxiety, and I had a bit of a breakdown. 

I had counselling and medication, which helped get me back on my feet, but the cycle started again. I struggled with lack of purpose, and knew if I stayed in my job things were only going to get worse. 

I started working with Russ at the end of last year. And the difference is incredible. He’s helping me towards my new and exciting future with three steps: foundational work, such as practising mindfulness (I walk several miles each day), comfort level (this includes challenging limiting beliefs and watching how I talk to myself). And then realising my ambitions, which is to start my own ‘Roast’ dinner club. I’m getting really close to making this a reality. I have fear, where it’s only you and your tasks that stand between you and your dreams. And this is where the coaching is most useful, as I realise that my fear of failing is the same as doing nothing, I’d be in the same place. So, I need to give my dream a go. 

I need the accountability and support I’m getting from Russ. He’s helping me set up my new future, and this is his dream, to support people like me to pursue our own dreams. The support is effective and I’m happier than I’ve been for years. Wherever you are right now, if you want to get on the express train to a more fulfilling life, I’d recommend reaching out to Russ. "

'Biggest challenge was being scared to do the work and procrastinating around doing it, all whilst not being able to look back and know I’d not been giving it the right try! I enjoyed having accountability which in turn made me realise what I was capable of when taking baby steps towards my bigger goals. You gave me lots of useful insights into helping my mental game which is a huge part of trading. It’s possible for me to keep on working through my task without mental overload knowing setbacks are ok and something I can deal with. I’d say go for it - everyone needs support in achieving their goals - it’s all about having the right team around you - nobody achieves greatness alone! John

"I just wanted to say a massive thank you Russ. Life coaching has been a surreal but fantastic experience. It meant so much that you genuinely cared and were so passionate in helping me to rebuild my confidence and self-belief. I'm in a much better place now and wanted you to know the huge difference you made. Thank you." Darren

“Russ's life coaching has been amazing for my confidence in setting up my business. His tailored approach and insightful guidance helped me push myself, when I needed it the most. With his support, I've shifted from hesitation to determination, embracing challenges with newfound clarity. His emphasis on recognising the strengths within me and being there to listen to all the issues I create and turn them into a positive is something I have really needed on this new journey. I highly recommend Russ to anyone seeking a growth in overall confidence and a guide in the right direction.” Tom

''Although reluctant to explore coaching, I'm so glad I did. Russ helped me with self reflection and to learn how to appreciate and be grateful for the things I have rather than seeing things as a chore. This gave me a better perspective on life which in turn made me a happier person. He also helped me to grow in confidence and not care so much about what other people think. He has taught me to be more focused on what I want to achieve and making time for myself to achieve my goals in life while remaining healthy. I would recommend Russ to anyone who isn't sure of themselves and is lacking in confidence." Neil

"I met with Russell to help me to re-establish and re-affirm my work/life boundaries which with hybrid working and increased work pressures can at times become blurred.

He has helped me to navigate my concerns and has enabled me to determine my own priorities rather than dictating these to me. He has appropriately held me to account against the goals I set and encouraged and empowered me to make incremental and realistic changes applicable to my circumstances to reach these.

Russell is passionate about helping people and is keen to encourage those around him to identify and achieve their goals both in and/or out of a workplace setting.” Rochelle

“Russell has got an incredible way of making you feel totally engaged and listened to. I went to see him because I was feeling overwhelmed by the amount of information and ideas I had in my head, so as a result I wasn’t being very productive. Russell helped me to identify a clear goal and steps to get there. Within one week I had been more proactive and productive than I had been in the last month, meaning that my other goals no longer feel unattainable. I look forward to working with Russell more in the future.” Amanda