I am a UKASFP accredited Solution Focused Coach / Therapist, and a registered mental health nurse with over 30 years experience. My personal skills include dyslexic thinking, hyper-focus and attention to detail.
I work with creative people to build a future in which they are freed up to be their best, most creative, most resilient selves.
As a creative person myself I know what it is like to struggle for identity, acceptance and freedom in an uncertain and confusing world. I also know that simply through talking with the right people, anything you can imagine is achievable!
I exclusively use the Solution Focused approach in my work. Here’s why:
- It can help anyone seeking change in their life, regardless of diagnosis, history and circumstances.
- It’s as effective as other approaches, usually in fewer sessions. This means less time and money spent on coaching/therapy.
- It’s often a more pleasant experience for all involved.
My introduction to the Solution Focused approach was through BRIEF, the world’s leading training centre. I have been awarded their Certificate in Solution Focused Practice.
I am a founding member of the Solution Focused Universe (SFU), a ground breaking online learning community set up and run by my friend and mentor, Elliott Connie.
I am a director of the United Kingdom Association for Solution Focused Practice (UKASFP).
The most effective ways I’ve found to stay good at what I do have been to practice for thousands of hours with thousands of clients, immerse myself in the approach by reading, analysing videos, attending training and conferences and staying in close contact with other professionals working in the same way, and also writing about it as a way to organise my thoughts and hopefully inspire others.
Chris Ward 