Meet Josie
I’m Josie, an international parenting coach, Montessori-trained educator, Positive Discipline facilitator, qualified coach and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner, with 18 years of experience working with children and families.
I’m also a mum of three, so I know parenting can be wonderful, exhausting and sometimes completely relentless.
At the heart of my approach is one simple belief: understanding what’s behind a child’s behaviour changes how we respond to it.
How it all began
My journey began 18 years ago while studying Montessori Education, when I discovered Positive Discipline.
It was wonderful to find an approach that so closely aligned with my own beliefs about children, behaviour and relationships. It reflected the way I naturally understood children and the kind of parent I wanted to be.
I went on to qualify as a coach, Positive Discipline facilitator and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner, developing an approach that combines connection, understanding, clear boundaries and practical strategies that work in real family life.
Since then, I’ve supported hundreds of families, delivered workshops and worked internationally with parents and schools across the United States, China, Portugal, Australia, Madeira and other parts of Asia.
My approach
Whether it’s challenging behaviour, anxiety, confidence or family dynamics, I help parents understand what’s really going on and feel clearer about what to do next.
My work is about giving parents the understanding, confidence and practical tools to create meaningful, lasting change in their family life.
Schools & speaking
I also work with schools, parents and organisations through talks, workshops, training and professional support.
I love speaking to groups and making parenting and behaviour feel easier to understand, taking the theory and turning it into practical, relatable ideas people can actually use.
My work with schools also includes observations, guidance and working collaboratively with parents and teachers to understand the bigger picture around a child.
Experience that goes deeper
Alongside my private practice, I work within a specialist Edge of Care and Reunification service, supporting families through some of the most challenging points in family life, including when children are at risk of entering care.
This specialist experience brings another level of expertise and understanding to my work, whether I’m supporting everyday parenting challenges or more complex family situations.
What I believe
I believe children deserve to feel capable, loved and understood. And parents deserve support that is practical, compassionate and free from judgement.
Because when we change the way we understand and respond to our children, we can change the whole family dynamic.
My approach isn’t about perfect parenting. It’s about understanding your child, feeling more confident in your decisions and building strong relationships that last.
