I’m Nichola Lynagh executive coach, facilitator and trainer based in Belfast.

Heartfelt leadership coaching, built on 20 years of listening

My Story

I’m a facilitator, trainer and executive coach with extensive experience developing skills and competencies in individuals and teams across the private, public and third sectors.

My personal aim is simple: to enable people to achieve exceptional results — with compassion, integrity and fun.

I’m driven by a passion for creating environments where groups of people do extraordinary things. I seek to build on existing strengths, inspire and transform thinking and behaviours, connect people to the strategic vision of their team or organisation, and challenge beliefs and capability to promote greater confidence and lasting change.

My work is characterised by integrity and interpersonal sensitivity. I listen with true compassion and curiosity — for what’s being said, for what’s not being said, and for the old beliefs and narratives that may be limiting growth. All while supporting you to reset, develop more constructive beliefs, and be the best version of yourself you can be.

My Values

Authentic engagement

I’m honest, genuine and transparent with every client.

Creativity & flexibility

I shape the work around what you actually need, not a fixed template.

Collaborative relationships

I build reflective, accountable partnerships that stand up to real challenge.

Difference & diversity

I’m open to the creative, life-enhancing potential of different — and sometimes conflicting — perspectives.

PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS

Qualifications & Accreditations

Memberships

Association for Coaching · Association of Executive Coaches

Current Associate Roles

Inspire · Leadership Centre HSC Belfast · NICIE · CSSC · CCMS

Previous Associate Roles

Education & Training Inspectorate · George Williams College · Ulster University

MY BACKGROUND

Leaders I’ve partnered with come from:

Education Authority

Higher Education

National Health Service

NSPCC

Royal Bank of Scotland (Risk Team)

Local Government Councils

NGOs

Police Service NI

Education & Training Inspectorate

Ulster University

“Nichola is an outstanding coach. She asked the appropriate questions at the right time, and did something amazing — first of all, she listened, and then asked the exact questions that I had needed to hear for a long time.”

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Ready for an uncluttered conversation?

A discovery call is free, confidential and no-strings. Let’s see if we’re a fit.