Mentoring for creative burnout
Just because you love what you do, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have limits.
Most creative people don't lose their creativity. They lose the space, confidence or energy to access it. Perhaps your work has become driven by deadlines, clients and financial pressure. Maybe you've started questioning whether you're good enough, comparing yourself to others, or feeling disconnected from the reasons you became a creative in the first place.
I offer a person-centred* space to slow down and reconnect with your own way of thinking. Together, we'll explore the challenges you're facing, rediscover what inspires you, and find approaches that feel authentic to the way you naturally work, rather than forcing yourself into someone else's definition of success. If creativity has always been one of your greatest strengths, it simply needs the right conditions to flourish again.
Why I might be the mentor for you.
I’m Amy, professional creative, person-centred counsellor, and when I find the time, amateur artist. I've always been fascinated by identity, creativity and human behaviour, and this shapes how I approach all of my work.
I didn't become a designer until I was 30. Before that, I'd spent almost a decade in jobs that never really felt like the right fit. Finally I found a career where curiosity, imagination and seeing the world differently weren't weaknesses, they were the very things that made me good at my job.
But over time, I experienced something many creatives relate to. The more successful my business became, the less time I actually spent being creative. My days gradually filled with client management and deadlines and the creativity that had once brought me so much freedom slowly became another source of pressure. It wasn't that I'd lost my creativity. I'd simply lost touch with it.
I want to help other creative professionals reconnect with what made them love their work in the first place, understand the environments in which they do their best thinking, and build a more sustainable creative life. Because your greatest strengths don't disappear when you feel stuck. Sometimes they just need the space to re-emerge.
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Neurodivergent minds.
Whether you've recently received a diagnosis, suspect you may be neurodivergent, or are beginning to understand yourself through a new lens, these sessions offer a space to explore how your mind works. Together, we'll focus on acceptance, regulation, and building a life that works with your strengths rather than against them.
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Better relationship with tech.
Many of us feel trapped between wanting to be present and constantly reaching for our phones. Together, we'll explore your relationship with technology, what might be driving those habits, and how to create more space for ‘analogue living’ without feeling like you have to disconnect from modern life completely.
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Navigating menopause.
Menopause often brings much more than physical symptoms. It can spark questions around identity, confidence, relationships and what’s next. I provide space to make sense of the changes you're experiencing, reconnect with yourself, and navigate this transition with greater clarity, compassion, and self-trust.
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Creative burnout.
Working in creative industries can be inspiring, but it can also leave you feeling depleted, pressured, or disconnected from the reasons you started creating in the first place. Together, we'll explore ways to reduce overwhelm, navigate perfectionism, and reconnect with curiosity, confidence, and a more sustainable creative practice.
Fees & packages
PAY AS YOU GO
Offers flexible support tailored to your needs. Book single appointments without commitment, and continue for as long as feels right for you.
£60 for weekly / £65 fortnightly
6 SESSION PACK
Designed for people navigating a period of change. This might be menopause, a career shift, a relationship ending, or a neurodivergence late diagnosis.
£342 for 6× sessions / £57 a session
CORPORATE TEAM 121S
A confidential space for employees to better understand how they work, navigate pressure, and think more clearly. Particularly valuable during periods of change, burnout, neurodivergence, leadership development, or creative challenge. Learn more →
One final reminder. You don’t need to have everything figured out to start.
This isn't about teaching you how to be creative. It's about helping you reconnect with the qualities that already exist within you. Together, we'll create space to reflect, recharge and rediscover the curiosity, playfulness and freedom that first drew you to a creative career. My aim isn't to change the way you think, but to help you remember the creative mindset that allows you to do your best work.
Just know, you don’t need a plan, and everything will unfold in it’s own time. We’ll start wherever feels right and see where the conversation takes us
Creative mentoring is a new idea, so if you’re still not sure if it’s for you, these FAQs might help! Or book a call here
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Sometimes the two can feel very similar. Together, we'll explore what's really going on, whether that's burnout, a loss of purpose, changing priorities or simply recognising that the way you've been working is no longer sustainable.
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This is something I hear often. Creative mentoring isn't about generating more ideas, it's about understanding what's getting in the way of bringing them to life. Whether that's perfectionism, overwhelm, fear of failure or simply exhaustion, we'll work together to create conditions where your creativity can flourish again.
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Many creative industries naturally attract people who think differently, and it's not uncommon for creative professionals to identify as ADHD, autistic or otherwise neurodivergent. While these ways of thinking often bring incredible creativity, curiosity and innovation, many workplaces still reward constant productivity, fast-paced environments and rigid ways of working that don't suit everyone.
Together, we can explore ways of working that honour both your creativity and the way your mind naturally functions. You may also want to take a look at my page on neurodivergence here -
Creative Mentoring sits somewhere between coaching, counselling, and creative exploration. It's a space to slow down, better understand yourself, and explore challenges from a different perspective. The focus isn't on giving advice or telling you what to do, but helping you uncover what feels right for you.
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Not at all. In fact, many people who work with me don't consider themselves creative. When I talk about creativity, I'm referring to a way of thinking: curiosity, flexibility, openness, and the ability to explore new possibilities.
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Every session is different because every person is different. Some sessions are entirely conversational, while others may include simple creative or reflective exercises. We begin with whatever feels most important to you and work from there.
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Traditional coaching is often focused on goals, performance, and action plans. Creative Mentoring is more exploratory. Rather than trying to fix a problem quickly, we take time to understand what's really going on and what you need moving forward.
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There is no right answer. Some people find a short series of sessions gives them the clarity they need, while others benefit from longer-term support.
For first timers, you would have to book 6 sessions minimum, because meaningful change and insight usually take time. The sessions build on one another and create space to explore things more deeply than is often possible in a single conversation.
If you're unsure, we can discuss what feels most appropriate during an introductory call. -
At the moment I work in packages because meaningful change and insight usually take time. The sessions build on one another and create space to explore things more deeply than is often possible in a single conversation.
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If you're looking for a space to think more clearly, better understand yourself, and explore what's next without judgement or pressure, there's a good chance it could be a good fit. The best way to find out is to book a free 20-minute exploratory call and we can talk through what you're looking for. Book here
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I offer creative mentoring in Manchester, as well as online sessions for clients across the UK and internationally.
Articles I’ve written on creative thinking.
as well as thinking creatively, I talk about our relationship with technology, menopause, neurodivergence & other things that come to mind when I walk in nature.
