James Stevenson – Your Positive Psychology Coach in the UK

Positive Psychology Coaching Online - Science-Based Coaching for Flourishing in Life

Are you looking to thrive—not just survive?

How satisfied are you with life as a whole right now?

Positive psychology coaching helps you cultivate happiness, resilience, and a deeper sense of self-worth. Using evidence-based techniques, I guide you in harnessing your strengths, boosting optimism, and learning to apply multiple areas of positive psychology science giving you greater energy and wellbeing. 

🎯 Why Positive Psychology Coaching?

Positive psychology isn’t just about feeling good—it’s about building a life rich with engagement, relationships, and achievement. Together, we’ll:

• Leverage your strengths to enhance confidence and performance
• Increase resilience to navigate challenges with optimism
• Cultivate gratitude, joy, and mindfulness in daily life

Rooted in the science of wellbeing, this approach helps you shift from stagnation to growth, creating lasting positive change.

👥 Who I Work With

My coaching is ideal for you if:

• You're struggling with low mood or low energy
• You want to feel optimistic, positive, and joyful
• You want to be strong and resilient in the face of difficulties
• You've tried counselling but want to try a more action-orientated approach
• You're ready to move from "just getting by" to thriving
• You're curious about applying positive psychology in your life

🔍 What Positive Psychology Coaching Looks Like

Each session is based on my newly developed PGROWTH model. It begins with learning about positive psychology and a positive psychology exercise, and is followed by a coaching session that helps you apply it to your life. We will:

• Develop habits that boost happiness and resilience
• Overcome limiting beliefs with science-backed strategies
• Track progress and adjust for sustainable growth

💡 Common Positive Psychology Coaching Topics

Clients first explore multiple areas of positive psychology and identify areas that present the biggest opportunities. Some common areas include:

• Identifying and using your Strengths
• Learning how to change fast - Exploring levels of change and stages of change 
• Learning how to feel positive emotions such as gratitude, joy, and pride more often
• Finding flow opportunities
• Working on your growth mindset thoughts and behaviour
• Developing self-compassion habits
• Exploring and moving toward your best future self 

There are many other potential topics. We explore these together in the initial stages of a coaching programme. All areas are proven to increase your wellbeing and satisfaction with life.

By integrating these into your way of life, you become happier, stronger, and more confident. 

✅ Is Positive Psychology Coaching Right for You?

This coaching may be a fit if you:

• Want to create a flourishing life
• Want to be one of the first to work in new ground-breaking way
• Prefer a proactive, future-focused approach (not therapy)
• Are open to experimenting with new perspectives and tools
• Love learning new things 
• Are open to challenge 

🗣 What Others Say

Here are a few snippets from testimonials I've received over the years:

“James’s calm and kind approach combined with deep listening and insightful questions makes for an enjoyable and powerful coaching experience. I reached my career goals and grew in unexpected areas too, especially wellbeing.”
— Paul

“I always left sessions feeling empowered, confident, and grounded. James encouraged deep thinking in a warm and supportive way. Coaching helped me trust my own path again.”
— John

“James’s coaching helped me self-organise, prioritise, and become more compassionate with myself. Positive psychology gave me tools that were both healing and practical.”
— Alex

“James created a space where I could laugh, reflect, and explore new parts of myself. He helped me uncover strengths and break through old patterns.”
— Sandra

⚖ Coaching or Therapy?

Positive psychology coaching focuses on growth, strengths, and the future, while therapy often addresses healing past wounds.

Coaching is ideal if you’re ready to take action and want a structured, goal-oriented approach.

🌟 Why Choose James Stevenson

• EMCC Accredited Coach with 7+ years experience 

• MSc in Applied Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology (University of East London)

• Science-backed, compassionate approach

• Specializes in strengths, resilience, and flourishing

📞 Book a Free Intro Call

If you’re curious, the best first step is a no-pressure 30 minute call. We’ll chat about your situation, answer any questions you might have, and see whether coaching feels like it might be helpful for you.

Who I'm Affiliated With

I'm proud to be part of professional networks that value evidence-based practice, inclusion, and social impact.

Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology - The Science of Wellbeing