I’m Ross Edwards DipBSoM BSc,
Humanistic & Existential Coach
Published four-time author
Writer & researcher
Host of Deep Psychology Podcast
10+ years of contemplative practice
Ongoing training in humanistic/existential practice
With me, you undertake direct inquiry to find the core mechanisms running your mind and life
“All the techniques of the therapist are, in one way or another, truth revealing, or are ways of strengthening the patient so he can bear the truth” – Abraham Maslow
Try a free 20-minute session
What We Do
What differentiates this work is my style and method.
These are the five principles underlying my work:
- Direct contact — Stay with what is actually being experienced, rather than retreating into explanations about it.
- Pattern recognition — Notice how you perceive, relate, choose, avoid, and protect yourself.
- Truthful inquiry — Examine what is actually true, including what is uncomfortable, unwanted, or being avoided.
- Capacity — Develop the ability to remain present with what is seen rather than immediately defending against it.
- Transformation — Let clearer seeing produce different choices, behaviour, and ways of living.
I work with adults who want to understand the core patterns that shape the way they live, relate to others, and make decisions.
My approach is humanistic and based on the direct exploration of experience.
I do not provide diagnoses, treat mental health disorders or work with clinical cases; when a situation requires clinical care, I refer clients to a qualified healthcare professional.
My definitions:
- psychology = the study of why we are as we are
- psychological work = investigating why we are as we are, and optimising it
- coaching = guidance for non-clinical psychological work
This work boils down to discovering the truth of who we are
My coaching IS NOT: endless venting, reaffirming, diagnosing, repeating, theorising, offloading or hiding
My coaching IS: insight, truth, inquiry, honesty, responsibility, self-awareness, pattern discovery, direct contact with experience
What we work on: recurring behaviour patterns, relationships, avoidance, values, decisions, self-concept, habits, meaning, responsibility, emotional awareness, embodied experience, self-understanding
With my help, you are capable of producing deep insight and change
For more info on my approach, listen to these episodes
in the player below:
What is Psychology? (#143)
Key Principles for Psychological Work Part 1 (#144)
Key Principles for Psychological Work Part 2 (#147)
Real vs Fake Inner Work (#148)
Hear from My Clients
“Life-changing”
Working with Ross has been nothing short of life-changing. His presence is calm, kind, and deeply grounding 🙏
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Angela – see full testimonial
“Thought-provoking”
Ross provides the freedom for you to either dip your toe in the water or fully submerse yourself; depending on your needs and abilities.
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Naomi – see full testimonial
“Invaluable”
The coaching process has been invaluable. I needed a safe, confidential and knowledgeable space to express my journey and fears.
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Paul – see full testimonial
“Great teacher”
Ross is a great teacher and has a calm, thoughtful and caring approach 🙏
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Rob
“Positive learning experience”
From beginning to end, the class is a positive learning experience… Ross is a great teacher and example of the benefits of meditation.
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Jane
“Very insightful”
I have just completed a month’s meditation training with Ross and it has been very insightful.
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Toby
Free 20-minute Session
With me, you undertake direct inquiry to find the core mechanisms
running your mind and life – and transform them
Perfect if you want to deeply understand how you think,
feel and act, and take control
Schedule a short session to explore your psychology,
ask questions and see if this work resonates with you