Professional coaching service providing structured offending behaviour support for individuals moving through the Criminal Justice System. Delivered by qualified and experienced Probation Officers with extensive experience in complex behaviour change.
This service is designed to bridge the support gap for individuals navigating the Criminal Justice System. Our professional coaching service provides an opportunity for individuals committed to address their offending behaviour.
We offer targeted support during the often lengthy waiting period before trial and sentence, helping individuals demonstrate their commitment to personal growth, gain deeper insight into their actions, and actively engage in meaningful behaviour change.
By engaging with this service, individuals have the opportunity to:
- Access a confidential, discreet, and judgment-free service
- Gain deeper personal insight into their behavior
- Develop tailored strategies for positive change
- Document structured progress along their journey
Benefits for You or Your Clients
- Demonstrates proactive commitment to rehabilitation before sentencing
- Structured support during extended court waiting periods
- Evidence-based coaching focusing on motivating sustainable behaviour change
- Professional documentation of engagement and progress
- Potential positive impact on sentencing outcomes
Why Recommend and Use This Service
- Enhances the client representation strategy
- Fills the pre-sentence support gap
- Provides confidential and discreet support
- Complements legal defence approach
- Clear focus on offending behaviour insight, separate from risk assessment
- Flexible engagement options (3, 6, or 12-month programs)
This service is right for you if:
- Able to privately fund and pay upfront
- Committed to change
- Willing to gain insight into their offending
- Able to complete full package
- Access to technology to be able to complete sessions
How does this work?
Step 1: Introductory call
We will meet for up to 20 minutes where you have an opportunity to ask any questions you have. We will make a determination together whether Offending Behaviour Coaching is right for you right now.
Step 2: Initial assessment
At the end of this session you will be provided with a short report which outlines the details of our conversation. It is not an assessment of risk of harm or potential future offending behaviour and should not be used as such. Nor will it make any recommendation on appropriateness of any sentencing option. You then have the choice on whether to share this with your legal team and the Court.
Step 3: Coaching
We will meet together once a week for a coaching session where you will be invited to think about the circumstances, thoughts and beliefs that led you to offending behaviour. You will be supported to come to your own decisions on any actions you wish to take to change your circumstances, thoughts and beliefs around your offending behaviour.
Step 4: Final session and progress report
At the last session together (or earlier if requested) we will reflect on the changes you have made to your circumstances, thinking and beliefs. At the end of this you will be provided with a brief report summarising our conversations. It is not an assessment of risk of harm or potential future offending behaviour and should not be used as such. Nor will it make any recommendation on appropriateness of any sentencing option. You then have the choice on whether to share this with your legal team and the Court.
About Me
- Joined the Probation Service in 2001
- Qualified as a Probation Officer in 2005
- Worked with adults in inner city and rural teams
- Inner city Youth Offending experience (London)
- Many years working in Courts including Crown Court
- Drug and addiction experience
- Worked with high risk and persistent offenders
- Expert in neurodivergence
- Experienced in complex behavior change
Got a question?
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Eligibility and Approach
Is there anyone you don't work with?
The service is only for people with a desire to change and who have at least some (or are willing to develop) insight into their offending behaviour. The initial assessment will be a conversation to understand whether Offender Behaviour Coaching is right for you right now.
How will we work together?
Core coaching sessions will be online and will last an hour. In the session you will be invited to think about the circumstances, thoughts and beliefs that led to any offending behaviour. Coaching is about shaping your current circumstances, thinking and beliefs to shape future behavior. If you need support with past trauma you will be referred to another appropriate professional.
Will you tell me what to do?
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No. Coaching is led by you. I will support you by helping you think about what led to or motivates your offending. You will be supported to make decisions on any changes you want to make in your life.
Do you do in-person sessions?
No
Confidentiality and Reporting
Will you report me to the Police?
Our sessions are confidential. However, if you disclose enough detailed information about an offence not already in the Courts or with the Police, then yes. It is your responsibility to manage the information you disclose in a session.
Are sessions confidential?
Absolutely. I keep a record of which sessions you attend and the topics we work on. However this information is not disclosed to anyone without your permission. The exceptions to this is where there is a risk of harm to yourself or another person/people. Then I will take to safeguarding or the police. Where possible I will have a conversation with you about this before I do it.
Legal Implications
Will it reduce my sentence?
There is absolutely no guarantee that any work we do will impact the outcome in the Court. However, in forming a conclusion the Court will take into account any insight you have into your offending behaviour and changes you have made which may result in you staying away from future offending. Offending behaviour coaching is designed to support you in this thinking and taking action.
Do I have to share the progress information you provide?
No. The report is sent to you, and with your permission, your legal representation. It is your choice how and if you use this. However, you do need to be mindful that if you have previously disclosed in Court you are engaging with Offender Behaviour Coaching they may ask for updates.
Program Structure
How long does the program last?
Programs are available in 3-month and 6-month packages. The appropriate length depends on your individual circumstances and goals, which we can discuss during the initial assessment.
What payment methods do you accept?
When you book your service you will be asked to pay using a credit or debit card. BACS transfers can be arranged if this is better for you.
Can my lawyer or family member pay for my sessions?
Yes, third-party payments are accepted. However, the service agreement and confidentiality terms remain between you (the client) and me.
Session Management
Do I have to attend all sessions?
The service is not part of any mandatory requirement of the Court. It is your choice whether you attend and participate in sessions. You do need to be aware there are no refunds for unused sessions.
What if I miss sessions for reasons out of my control?
You will have bought a package of sessions and we will arrange times that work for both of us. If you are unable to attend you are asked to give 48 hours notice. If you do not provide this you may lose this session.
Professional Boundaries
Can I contact you outside of sessions?
Communication outside of sessions should be limited to scheduling and administrative matters. Any substantive work or discussion takes place during scheduled sessions.
Will you link me in with other services?
No. It may be that you decide to engage with another service that will support you in your journey (such as therapy, addiction recovery or other behavioural intervention). It is your responsibility to approach and engage with providers.
Will you be a character witness for me in court?
No, I do not appear as a character witness. However, with your permission, I can provide progress reports that your legal team may choose to present to the court.
