Therapy & Coaching for Women Who Can't Switch Off

You've tried to figure this out on your own. You're good at that. But this one isn't shifting.

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If any of this sounds familiar.

You're tired but your brain won't stop. You get into bed and suddenly there are twenty things running through your head that weren't there five minutes ago. You're replaying conversations, planning tomorrow, worrying about something you said three weeks ago.

You function well. People rely on you. But inside it's louder than anyone would guess.

You're the one who holds it together.

You show up. You deliver. You're reliable in ways other people aren't. And somewhere in the middle of all of that, you stopped being able to tell whether you're actually okay or just very good at saying you are.

Before you talk yourself out of it.

If you're already thinking "this is probably silly" or "I should be able to manage this", you're not alone in that. That may well be one of the things we might talk about in session.

What tends to change.

People often describe feeling lighter. Less like they're carrying something they can't put down.

They understand themselves better, where their patterns come from, why they respond the way they do. That understanding tends to bring more self-compassion and less of the relentless self-criticism.

They communicate differently. Set boundaries without the guilt spiral. Stop people-pleasing by default and start making actual choices about how they want to show up.

And they're still as capable. Still getting things done. Just not at the same cost to themselves.

In fact, many find they start doing more of the things that are actually for them. Things they'd quietly stopped making room for.

Louise Hiles, psychotherapist and coach in Newcastle, wearing a blue shirt in a professional portrait

You don't have to arrive with answers.

I'm not here to tell you what's wrong with you or hand you a list of things to fix. I see myself as a guide, someone alongside you with the knowledge and training to help you find your own way through.

I've spent years in fast-paced professional environments before retraining as a psychotherapist. I understand what it's like to be high-functioning and stretched. That context doesn't leave the room.

You'll be met where you are. Not where you think you should be.

I believe in every client I work with. And I'll hold hope for you until you're ready to hold it yourself.

Coaching testimonials.

  • John Quinn, Creativity and Wellbeing Trainer

    "I found working with Louise helped me focus on the practical steps I needed to take to set my business up. She also expertly guided me to look a little deeper and connect with the meaning and purpose of what I wanted to do. This will help me sustain the motivation and drive to push the business forward."

  • JD, Ops Manager

    After struggling with some lingering effects of a past burnout, I found myself in a place of uncertainty and self-doubt. Through the sessions with Louise, I've gained invaluable tools and insights that have boosted my confidence and overall wellbeing. By taking a step back and reassessing my priorities, I've been able to make significant changes that have had a positive impact on both my professional and personal life.

  • BM, Self Employed Creative

    "I found my sessions with Louise very beneficial to help me to organize my thoughts and take action on moments of clarity.

    She has a natural way of observing which means she can easily highlight ways around a problem whilst empowering her clients to think and listen to themselves. I think her actionable coaching skills combined with her psychotherapy training means she has quite the edge over many other coaches"

  • SM, Education Manager

    “I was recently awarded funding through access to work to have 12 hours of ADHD coaching sessions. I found Louise Hiles through google and immediately warmed to her. She combines coaching alongside a therapeutic approach which I found very helpful. Each of the sessions helped bring clarity to how my world views were formed and how I can utilise my innate skills, bringing forward hidden 'talents' that would improve my efficiency in the work place as well as how I saw myself. I would recommend Louise to anyone looking for a supportive work coach.”

  • JO, Self Employed Creative

    “I would highly recommend Louise.

    She has helped me immensely in a very short space of time. Thank you.”

  • AW, Coach

    “I’ve had several sessions with Louise. She offers warmth, depth, insight and clarity as a coach. Her manner is focused which has been so valuable to me in my professional development. Louise’s experience as a therapist offers the space to go deeper where required but she encourages me to keep on track with the areas I want to look at.”

  • JG, Academic

    “I'm looking forward to the next chapter of my life and thinking positively about what I've learned and how to put that effect to be the person that I want to be. You've been a very important part of what's allowed me to do this.”

For ethical reasons I do not collect testimonials from past therapy clients.

Working together.

Initial consultation: Free, 20 - 30 minutes by phone. A chance to talk about what's brought you here, ask questions and discuss whether we're a good fit.

Therapy: £80 per session, 50 minutes. Weekly sessions, online or in person at my practice room in the Ouseburn, Newcastle.

Coaching: £130 per session, 50 minutes. Coaching works best as defined periods of work rather than open-ended sessions. We'll agree a rhythm that suits you, weekly, fortnightly, or monthly, and work within a container that has shape and intention. Less frequent sessions are priced to reflect the holding and support that continues between us. We can discuss what works best for you in the consultation.

Therapy sessions are available through Bupa, AXA, Aviva and WPA for those with private health insurance.

Therapy & coaching practice room in the Ouseburn, Newcastle, with a blue sofa, teal armchair, herringbone wooden floor, tall arched window, artwork, and plants

Frequently asked questions.

  • My style of therapy might not be what most people expect. I use Transactional Analysis which can be more dynamic than some other approaches, so you won't just be talking about the past. The difference with coaching is that it adds explicit action taking and accountability, and you get the benefit of my psychotherapy background informing everything we do. If you're not sure which fits, the consultation is the place to work that out together.

  • Yes. I work with clients online across the UK. In person sessions are available at my practice room in the Ouseburn, Newcastle.

  • We start with a free 20 minute phone consultation to talk about what's brought you here and whether we're a good fit. If we decide to work together, the first full session is an assessment session and all about getting to know each other and beginning to understand what you're carrying and what you want to be different.

  • That varies from person to person. Some people come for a focused piece of work over a few months. Others work with me longer term. We'll talk about what feels right for you in the consultation.

Ready to have a conversation?

Book a free 20 minute consultation and we'll take it from there. This is an informal conversation, structured so that you get to ask questions and I can find out what support you are looking for.