Looking after your mental health has never been more important. Especially after the year we’ve all just had. So, if you’re looking for a bit of balance and the tools to manage any anxiety, stress and overwhelming emotions caused by lockdowns or other pressures in your life then YKP Consulting has you covered.

Yasmin-Kate Pattison is a Mental Health First Aid England Instructor member and has over 25 years international experience specialising in coaching, learning and development, leadership and management roles. So, if wellbeing is your number one priority (and it really should be!) then YKP’s your girl.

YKP Consulting runs online courses for self-development so you can work on your wellbeing from the comfort go your sofa, with both Mental Health – The Basics and Stress, Anxiety and Emotional Resilience courses to choose from. Sometimes you just need a bit of inspiration and support from an outside source to make a big difference to how you approach life, don’t you? YKP’s professional, practical and structured approach could be the first step to finding the balance you’ve been craving.

There are a number of other ways YKP Consulting can help you too. A lot of her coaching sessions are aimed at women in their 40s who have hit a wall in their career or are feeling burnt-out and are re-evaluating their lives. If that sounds like you, but you’re too scared to make a change then a session could help you re-asses your values, focus and direction. New career here you come.

And, if you’re still not sure about taking the plunge you’ll be delighted to hear the initial consultation for the one-to-one coaching sessions is free of charge. YKP usually charges £150 per coaching session after that, but has a special offer for Muddy Stilettos readers for sessions at only £95. To take up this offer email:  yasmin-kate@ykpconsulting.com

YKP Consulting also works with businesses to develop and invest in their employees. Happy employees = successful businesses, so it’s definitely an area worth putting some budget towards if you’re a business owner. “Employees need to see, hear and feel how important and valued they are — those that do, give back through greater engagement, which in turn boosts productivity and ongoing loyalty,” says YKP. The consultancy has bespoke packages for businesses as well as regular Adult Mental Health Half Day Awareness courses across East Anglia to raise awareness around mental health in the workplace and reduce stigma. Check out the courses here.