Vivienne Berryman

Is midlife coaching right for you?

Midlife can feel like shifting ground. What once made sense no longer does. You might feel like parts of your life are too small, outdated, or simply not “you” anymore. Career, identity, relationships, even your sense of purpose - it’s all up for review.

That’s where I come in.

I’m Vivienne, a life and career coach specialising in midlife transitions, career change, confidence and personal development. I don’t coach job titles or industries - I coach people. People who are ready to explore what’s next with curiosity rather than panic.

My clients are creatives, leaders and professionals, as well as people navigating redundancy, returning to work after maternity or paternity leave, considering a career change or simply wondering what they want from the next stage of their life.

What I can help with:

Career change & career crossroads: Whether you’re unhappy at work, considering a career change, facing redundancy or simply questioning whether your work still fits, we’ll work out what you want to move towards.

Confidence & self-esteem: If your confidence has taken a knock or you no longer feel quite like yourself, we’ll look at what has changed and where you want to feel more confident.

Midlife crossroads: Feeling stuck, restless or unsure what would make you happy now? Let’s explore what’s changing and what you want from the next part of your life.

Overwhelm, burnout & stress: When life feels too full, we’ll look at what’s taking up your capacity, where boundaries are needed and what could make life feel more manageable.

Identity & personal development: You’ve changed. Has your life kept up? We’ll explore who you are now, what matters to you and what you want more of.

Relationships & big life decisions: From changing relationships and family choices to the decisions you keep going round in circles about, coaching gives you somewhere to think them through.

Life after change: Redundancy, a break-up, retirement, children leaving home or another major transition can leave a surprising amount of space. We can explore what you want to do with it.

The Messy Midlife Toolkit podcast - I also co-host The Messy Midlife Toolkit, a podcast about the messy questions that can come up in midlife - identity, confidence, overwhelm, relationships, career crossroads and working out what you want now.

Listen on Spotify | Listen on Apple Podcasts

Ultimately, my work is about helping you find clarity on what truly matters now, redefine success on your own terms, reconnect with your identity and values, and step forward with confidence.

If you’re standing at a crossroads, restless, uncertain, or simply ready for something more, a discovery chat is a simple first step. No pressure, no preparation. Just a conversation about where you are now, and where you’d love to be.

I look forward to meeting you,
Vivienne

Coaching isn't a quick fix, it's a real human connection.
 
 

What is it like to work with me?
You don’t need to arrive with a plan, a perfectly formed goal or even know exactly what’s wrong.

My coaching style is warm, conversational and gently challenging. I listen closely - not just to what you’re saying, but to the things you keep coming back to, the assumptions you might be making and the occasional “I should…” that might be worth questioning.

There will be questions. Sometimes ones you haven’t thought to ask yourself. We might pull apart a decision, explore what’s keeping you stuck, look at what you actually want rather than what you think you should want, or simply give you the space to hear yourself think.

I won’t tell you what to do or hand you a formula for your life. We work together to understand what’s going on, what matters to you now, and what might need to change.

Coaching with me can be thoughtful and challenging, but there’s room for humour too. You can bring the messy, contradictory, “I have absolutely no idea” version of things. We’ll start there.

Free Discovery Chat: 
A discovery chat is an informal conversation where we discuss what you want to achieve and why. It’s also your chance to be curious and ask questions about me, my coaching style, and how I could support you.

Coaching Fees:

1️⃣ 90 minute coaching chat (£120 | €140 | $160)
 Ideal if you're weighing up pros and cons before facing a big decision, questioning what's next, want space to untangle what's really going on, feeling stuck or wanting to press reset for a fresh start.

2️⃣ 6 x hourly sessions (£480 | €565 | $670)
For people who want focused support around a particular challenge, decision, transition, or period of uncertainty. Enough time to gain clarity, take action, and build momentum.

3️⃣ 10 x hourly sessions (£700 | €825 | $950)
 For people who want to go deeper. Ideal if you're questioning your direction, exploring what gives your life purpose, navigating a significant life or career transition, rebuilding confidence, or creating meaningful change over time.

Remember! Coaching isn’t a quick fix. It’s a real human connection - time to pause, think differently, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

Payment Policy
Full Payment Option: Full payment must be made in advance before the commencement of the first session.
Deposit and Balance Option: With prior agreement, a 50% deposit is payable in advance. The remaining balance is due midway through your block of sessions.

Here are some of the reasons clients have come to me:

“I was going through a major life pivot - divorce, career change, and relocation. At 40, I thought I should have it figured out, but I felt more lost than ever.”

“After being made redundant from a role I loved, I felt overwhelmed and worried I’d fall into procrastination and self-sabotage.”

“I was in a transitional stage - exploring new career options and moving abroad. I felt discombobulated, stuck, and unhappy.”

Sessions with me are exploratory and conversational. Clients often describe them as a collaboration - supportive, friendly, and insightful.

If you’re curious about how coaching could help you untangle your own “messy middle” and move forward with clarity and confidence, book a free discovery chat. It’s simply a chance to ask questions, get a feel for my style, and see if this support is right for you. I look forward to chatting with you.