Course delivery
An intimate cohort of no more than four, meeting at The Gathering in Edale, in the Peak District National Park.
Is this you?
People come to you for help, but you're ready to stop fixing and start listening
You want to feel more confident in your presence and help others find their own answers
You've read about the Thinking Environment® and want to learn it properly
You feel you've lost your ability to think clearly in a noisy world
You crave more calm, clarity and connection, at work, at home and in yourself
You've done the tools-based courses and now want a deeper way of being
You know real change starts with presence, and you're ready to practise it
What you'll leave with
A deep understanding of the Thinking Partnership Session®
A way to support others without over-functioning, rescuing or interrupting
Clarity in your own thinking, and more ease in your day-to-day relationships
The ability to listen with attention that changes a conversation
A renewed trust in your own presence
Connection to a growing global network of thoughtful practitioners
“I came to develop professionally, but I left changed — as a parent, a partner, and a person. It was life-enhancing.
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What the course includes
The complete Thinking Partnership framework, with all 10 Components woven into everythign we do
Two training days in person and a third online, to give time for depth and for your learning to settle
Access to post-course alumni "practice hub" sessions
Personal email support from me throughout
A rich online resource library, with 18+ video lessons, notes and tools
Invitations to quarterly alumni gatherings
A group of no more than four, for depth, safety and support
The Listening Benchmark, a self-assessment for deep listening. You complete it before the course and again at 3, 6 and 12 months, so you can see your own growth over time.
Course schedule
Two days in person, with day three online.
Winter: 12 and 13 January 2027, online on 9 February
Spring: 25 and 26 May 2027, online on 22 June
Autumn: 5 and 6 October 2027, online on 2 November
Time: 9.30am to 4.30pm on the in-person days, and 9.30am to 2pm online
Venue: The Gathering, Edale, in the Peak District, UK
Pricing
£1,250 - Payment plans are available. Just email me at sophie@thethinkingproject.co.uk.
What Past Participants Say
“It blew my mind to witness how my brain unravelled and solved my own challenges.”
— Suzie Richards
“This course changed how I parent, how I partner, and how I show up at work.”
— Manisha Patel
“I felt lighter, clearer, and more able to trust myself. That’s stayed with me ever since.”
— Emily Rose
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a coach to join?
Not at all. This is deep personal development for anyone who wants to listen better, think more clearly and relate more fully. Past participants include coaches, doctors, educators, therapists, parents and thoughtful people from all walks of life.
Is this only for people doing the Coach course?
No. It is the first step on the Time to Think Coach path, but it stands very well on its own. Many people join with no wish to certify. They simply want this way of being in their life and work.
Can I move on to the Coach course later?
Yes. Many people finish this course and want to go deeper. If you've attended all the sessions, you can apply for the Coach certification path within 6 months.
What is the Listening Benchmark?
It's a self-assessment I created to help you track your growth as a listener and the impact you have on other people’s thinking. You complete it before the course begins and again at 3, 6 and 12 months. It's a lovely way to reflect on your development and see what has lasted.
What if I'm not sure I'll be "good" at this?
There's nothing to perform and nothing to prove. You don't need to be a coach or any particular kind of person. All you need is curiosity and a willingness to practise a new way of being. I'll be with you every step of the way.