Katya is a highly regarded professional with a distinguished track record as a coach, consultant, and trainer, operating on an international scale and spanning various industries, often engaging with senior executives. Her expertise has been recognized through multiple awards for her adept facilitation and leadership development initiatives.
She thrives on collaborating with leaders and their teams, employing psychologically informed and genuinely empathetic approaches to foster positive transformations for both individuals and team communities. A natural innovator, Katya injects vitality into her sessions with a dynamic and creative style, adeptly rendering complex topics accessible and relevant.
Katya's distinctive perspective stems from her eclectic blend of skills and career trajectories. Formerly trained as a professional opera singer, she transitioned into academia, therapy, coaching, and group facilitation, amassing nearly two decades of experience. With a deep-seated interest in human development, she possesses specialized expertise in ethics, allyship, cross-cultural dynamics, navigating complex transitions, and leveraging mindfulness for both well-being and innovative thinking.
Complementing her professional pursuits, she has also served for 17 years as an integral member of a central London NHS therapeutic team specializing in HIV+ care, overseeing community, palliative, and addiction clinics. This experience has been pivotal in shaping her understanding of resilience, well-being, and the imperative of allyship in fostering societal equity.
Motivated by a commitment to advancing justice and equity, Katya remains actively engaged in her quest to contribute meaningfully towards creating a fair and inclusive society.
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