Ep 38: Mentor Coaching for ICF Credentialing: Growth Stories with Maryna Harrison and Thomasina Unsworth

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Episode 38 • 6th August 2025 • The Coaching Catalysts • The Coaching Catalysts

Are you curious about what it really takes to earn your ICF coaching credential and how transformative the mentor coaching journey can be? In this episode of Coaching Catalysts, hosts Rebecca Daniel and Sarah Bramall sit down with recent ACC coaches, Maryna Harrison and Thomasina Unsworth, to explore their unique paths, key takeaways, and the growth that came from embracing the mentor coaching process. Listen to their inspiring journeys and discover more about the mentor coaching experience.

Here are the Highlights:

00:00 Discussing mentor coaching for ICF credentialing

03:35 Coaching is vital and effective, connecting deeply with people, and should be accessible to everyone

06:40 Marina and Thomasina reflect on joining the mentor coaching

10:20 The transformational journey of coaching

13:14 The mentoring programme fostered a welcoming environment

17:22 Building a coaching profile

24:14 Evolving standards in the coaching industry - qualifications more important than ever

29:48 Sign up for our free coaching guide.

About Thomasina Unsworth:

With a background in acting, writing, and education, Thomasina brings empathy and insight to her work as an ICF-accredited (ACC) life coach and NLP practitioner. Her own transition from a high-status role that felt misaligned gives her a deep understanding of the emotional complexity of change. She creates a supportive, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, gain clarity, and rediscover confidence. Passionate about the power of creativity, she works with individuals across the arts, media, publishing, education, and beyond—helping them reconnect with their creative potential and move forward both personally and professionally.

Connect with Thomasina:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasina-unsworth-765152153/

Website: Thomasinaunsworth.com

About Maryna Harrison:

Maryna Harrison is a certified Career and Leadership Coach (ICF ACC) with over 20 years of senior HR leadership experience in international organisations. She now supports high-achieving professionals — especially women navigating global careers — to grow with confidence, clarity, and purpose. With a background in psychology (MSc), Maryna combines deep human insight with practical leadership experience to guide clients through career transitions, personal development, and workplace challenges. She is based in the UK and works with clients worldwide.

Connect with Maryna:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maryna-harrison

Email: maryna.harrison@hotmail.com

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Website:

https://www.thecoachingcatalysts.com

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