Pauline Harley, MA.

Independent Coach & Consultant

Research-Informed Practice

Independent Thinking. Informed Choices. Greater Autonomy.

I bring together more than a decade of professional experience, academic research and critical inquiry to support informed decisions, independent thinking and greater personal and professional autonomy.

Independent Consultancy & Research

Workplace Health, Wellbeing & Neurodiversity

I undertake selected consultancy, research, critical analysis and programme development work, supporting organisations to examine evidence, make informed decisions and develop more inclusive, research-informed practices.

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Advocating Autonomy

Independent Coaching • Self-Directed Learning • Perspective Sessions

Through Advocating Autonomy, I explore identity, boundaries, ageing, work and creative agency in the second half of life.

My work includes one-to-one Perspective Sessions, self-directed reflective learning and independent writing for people examining what matters to them and what they want from the next part of their lives.

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Pauline Harley's professional experience, commentary and perspectives on coaching, workplace wellbeing, neurodiversity and related subjects have been featured in national media and online publications.

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  • Client Perspectives

    “Pauline is one of those special people that you are lucky enough to meet and work with in life. She is passionate about her business, but it’s driven by her passion to help people.”

    Lynda Cruise

    Artist

  • Client Perspectives

    “Pauline really helped me to focus and find my way. She brought me back to basics.”

    Tracy Hyland

    Business Owner Lullabys Creche & Montessori

  • Client Perspectives

    “Pauline is someone who is very approachable and easy to talk to; her ethics are visible, and trust grew fast."

    Emer Carr

    Business Owner Ki Business and Tech

  • Client Perspectives

    "Pauline has a no-nonsense approach and has excellent vision. During our meeting, Pauline quickly ascertained where I was and where I wanted to be.

    She held nothing back and empowered me to believe in achieving higher goals and an executive position.

    Thank you, Pauline!

    Martin Robinson

    VP Technical Jackson Square Aviation

  • Client Perspectives

    “Pauline is a very dynamic individual. I really enjoy her approach to her work. She tells it like it is. I had the pleasure of working with Pauline on her business and admire her drive to succeed and to really help and add value to other people's lives.”

    Muireann Fitzmaurice

    Business Owner, Marketing Coach.ie

  • Client Perspectives

    “Pauline is an enormously competent professional with a wealth of life experience. She takes a very balanced approach to everything, and I would highly recommend her services.”

    Fiona O'Donnell

    Nutritionist MSc PG Dip

  • Client Perspectives

    “Thank you for hosting the group; I'm learning so much about myself. I have just watched your presentation on communication and it is incredible. 

    You described neurodivergent communications so perfectly; you have a beautiful soul and a knack with words.”

    Anonymous participant
    AsIAm programme facilitated by Pauline Harley as an independent contractor

  • Client Perspectives

    “Thank you so much for the brilliant session yesterday with Pauline, she’s amazing, and for all the groups you organise.”

    Anonymous participant
    AsIAm Adult support group facilitated by Pauline Harley as an independent contractor

  • Client Perspectives

    Thank you so much for all your recommendations; they are amazing. I appreciate it so much. I cannot thank you enough; this is exactly the guidance I needed but could not find.

    Anonymous participant
    AsIAm 1:1 support programme facilitated by Pauline Harley as an independent contractor