How Young Adult Coaching Works

Helping young adults move from uncertainty to opportunity with confidence, compassion and clarity.

What to Expect

Taking the first step towards coaching can feel like a big decision, both for young adults and for parents. My aim is to provide a calm, welcoming and supportive coaching experience where young people feel heard, understood and encouraged to discover their own strengths, confidence and direction. Every coaching programme is tailored to the individual, but here’s what you can expect.

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Step 1. Complimentary Discovery Call (30 minutes)

Our journey begins with a free, no-obligation discovery call. This can be with:

• the young adult
• a parent or sponsor
• or both together

The purpose is simply to explore what support is being sought, answer any questions and decide whether coaching feels like the right fit. If we decide to work together, we’ll arrange the first coaching session.

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Step 2. Introduction, Aspirations & Goal Setting Session

90 minutes

The first coaching session allows time to get to know one another and build trust.

Together we will explore:

• aspirations and future possibilities
• strengths and interests
• personal values
• confidence and wellbeing
• what’s working well
• current challenges
• hopes for the future

Using coaching tools such as the Wheel of Life, strengths profiling, values exploration and goal setting, we’ll begin to develop a personalised coaching plan. This session provides the foundation for the coaching journey.

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Step 3. Follow-up Coaching Sessions

60 minutes

Most young adults begin with a programme of 4–5 coaching sessions. These sessions are tailored to individual needs and may focus on:

• career direction
• university or apprenticeship decisions
• confidence and self-belief
• interview preparation
• CV and LinkedIn development
• communication skills
• resilience and emotional wellbeing
• relationships and boundaries
• managing stress and uncertainty
• creating healthy routines
• developing the Inner Skills for Life

(Additional sessions can be arranged if further support would be beneficial.

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My Coaching Approach

Young Adult Coaching combines practical career and life coaching with mindfulness and compassionate self-leadership. Rather than telling young people what they should do, coaching helps them:

• understand themselves better
• build confidence
• recognise their strengths
• develop resilience
• make thoughtful decisions
• move forward with greater clarity and purpose

The aim is not simply to find a job. It is to develop lifelong skills that support work, relationships and wellbeing.

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Working with Parents

Parents play an important role in supporting young adults through periods of change. Parents are welcome to join the discovery conversation if everyone feels this would be helpful. Once coaching begins, the coaching relationship is primarily between the young adult and the coach. This creates a safe and confidential space where young people can speak openly and develop greater independence. Where a parent is funding the coaching, a separate Sponsor Agreement explains the practical arrangements and responsibilities.

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Confidentiality

Creating a safe, respectful and trusting environment is fundamental to coaching. The coaching relationship exists between the Coach and the Young Adult (Client). Detailed coaching conversations remain confidential unless:

• the young person gives permission
• there is a safeguarding concern
• disclosure is required by law

Where appropriate, general updates regarding attendance and overall progress may be shared with the young person’s agreement.

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Coaching or Counselling?

Coaching is a forward-looking, strengths-based process. It focuses on helping young adults build confidence, resilience, self-awareness and practical strategies for moving forward. Coaching is not counselling, psychotherapy or mental health treatment. If, at any stage, I believe another form of support would be more appropriate, I will discuss this openly and help signpost suitable professional services where appropriate.

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Online or Face-to-Face

Coaching is available:

• Online via Zoom
• Face-to-face across Sussex and Lancashire
• A combination of both

Hybrid coaching offers flexibility and allows sessions to fit around study, work and family commitments. Please note that travel expenses may apply for face-to-face coaching outside my local area.

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Investment

Complimentary Discovery Call

30 minutes

A chance to explore your needs and ask questions with no obligation.

Introduction, Aspirations & Goal Setting Session

90 minutes – £130

Your first coaching session to build rapport, explore strengths, aspirations and goals, and create a personalised coaching plan.

Follow-up Coaching Sessions

60 minutes – £90

Designed to build confidence, develop practical life skills and support progress towards meaningful goals. Most young adults begin with a programme of 4–5 sessions, with additional coaching available if required.

Starter Package £400 Includes a 30 minute discovery call, an initial 90 minutes session and 3 x 60 minute follow up sessions.

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Is Young Adult Coaching Right for You?

Young Adult Coaching is suitable for 18 to 25-year-olds who are ready to explore, reflect and take positive steps towards the future. You don’t need to have all the answers. You simply need to be willing to begin.

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Book a Complimentary Discovery Call

If you’d like to find out more, I’d be delighted to arrange an informal conversation with you.

Whether you’re a young adult looking for support, or a parent wondering how best to help, the discovery call is an opportunity to explore your situation and decide whether coaching feels like the right next step.

elementas – helping young adults move from uncertainty to opportunity with confidence, compassion and clarity.

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