Jo Craythorne

I’m passionate about helping people recognise what they are capable of and find practical ways to move forward when life, study or work feels overwhelming.

My own journey has taught me a great deal about learning, resilience and finding your direction. I went to university at 39 while raising three children as a widowed parent, developed my career later in life, progressed through a number of professional roles and eventually built my own business. I understand that learning doesn’t always happen in a straight line and that sometimes what someone needs most is a person who will listen, understand and help them work out what comes next.

My sessions are informal, supportive and focused on you. We might work on organisation and planning, confidence, motivation, communication, problem-solving, setting goals or simply breaking something that feels overwhelming into manageable steps. I won’t lecture or tell you what you should do. Instead, I’ll ask questions, listen carefully and help you find approaches that work for you.

I bring many years of experience in leadership, mentoring, problem-solving and supporting people through challenging situations, as well as running my own business.

Whether you’re a student struggling to find your feet, preparing for university, managing competing demands or simply wanting some support and accountability, my aim is to give you a safe, practical space to think, learn and move forward with greater confidence.