Coaching & Support

Creative and Expressive Artist Support

Are you a creative who would value space and time to talk? Who’d like to unfold a problem or an evolving project with a listener who is from an arts/creative background?

I am trained in creativity coaching, active listening and as a trauma-sensitive writing guide. I offer specialised listening/conversation time for creatives. I listen supportively and non-judgementally, offering you the chance to be heard more fully and providing a sounding board where, perhaps, you hear yourself anew.

Please email me if you are interested in chatting: kirstywhatley@hotmail.com.

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I am based at home in Huntly, Aberdeenshire or online anywhere.

MY TRAINING

Active Listening & Counselling Skills

Certificate in Counselling Skills (2 years), COSCA approved: University of Aberdeen (2026).

Listening Skills: Bath Centre for Psychotherapy & Counselling (2021).

Creative Issues & Processes 

Advanced Creativity Coaching (Online) Training: Eric Maisel (2024).

Writing

Certification as a Write Your Self Guide (trauma-sensitive expressive/creative writing) (2024).

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