ACADEMIC CONSULTANCY

CHART YOUR PATHWAY TO SUCCESS

Looking to improve strategic leadership at your institution, optimise your departmental performance, or find an experienced academic leader to seamlessly fill a gap?

  • Whatever you’re looking to achieve in relation to university leadership, Sonia’s Psychotherapy & Consultancy is uniquely placed to help your institution unlock its true potential.

  • Whether via a one-off session, structured support programme, or interim leadership role, I can help you deliver high-quality educational leadership that optimises both staff and student performance.
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ACADEMIC CLIENTS
I provide strategic advice and guidance for all university decision-makers:
  • Heads of department: Develop constructive, compliant strategies for improving institutional performance, managing transition, and responding to legislative changes.

  • Line managers: Optimise your understanding of core university systems and processes, and learn how to maximise the productivity of your staff.

  • EDI and wellbeing leaders:Unlock staff / student performance potential and increase retention by removing barriers to success.

I’m also able to fill academic leadership roles on an interim basis to plug staffing gaps, cover for maternity leave / long-term illness, or offer fresh perspective to help manage change.

Whatever your university leadership requirement, I’m here to help you calibrate the knowledge and skills you need to operate effectively and efficiently.

ACADEMIC EXPERTISE

I draw on decades of academic and leadership experience to offer practical, proven advice and solutions for university leaders across the academic spectrum.

My extensive academic experiences encompass:

  • Head of Undergraduate School and Head of Health School
  • Head of Wellbeing, Disability & Inclusion and Wellbeing Services Co-ordinator
  • Course Leader and Senior Lecturer
Guidance can also be co-ordinated via a network of trusted higher education specialists, including senior learning technologists, Learning & Teaching experts, and employability advisors.

This ensures the needs of university leaders are understood in real-world contexts. Whether you’re looking for specific advice and guidance, or require a long-term academic mentor, I will help you deliver measurable results in a compliant manner that’s equitable to all stakeholders.
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Why choose Sonia’s Psychotherapy & Consultancy?

Combined expertise
Specially-configured guidance based on extensive consultancy and academic leadership experience.
Academic insight
Deep-level understanding of academic leadership challenges, processes, and mindsets.
Compliant approach
Advice and guidance tailored to align with applicable educational and wellbeing governance bodies.
Solution-focussed
Proven, practical solutions that help overcome scheduling and budgetary restrictions.
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Academic consultancy services

Online Consultancy for Departmental University Leaders

Session duration: flex

Focus:

  • Aligning departmental policy / practice with institutional and industry requirements
  • Administering change within and beyond departmental boundaries
  • Optimising departmental performance based on proven techniques
  • Delegating responsibilities and staff empowerment
  • Leading with empathy and understanding
  • Supporting equality, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing
Online Consultancy for Wellbeing Services Leaders

Session duration: flex

Focus:

  • Aligning departmental policy / practice with institutional and industry requirements
  • Creating buy-in among academic staff and professional services teams
  • Co-ordinating support services involving multiple stakeholders
  • Making sense of complex legislative landscapes
  • Overseeing staff and students with empathy and understanding
  • Optimising student attainment, continuation, and progression
Online Consultancy for Multi-departmental University Leadership

Session duration: flex

Focus:

  • Co-ordinating cross-departmental university systems and processes
  • Identifying institutional strengths, skills, and capabilities
  • Aligning policy / practice with institutional and industry requirements
  • Making sense of complex legislative landscapes
  • Leading with empathy and understanding
  • Optimising student attainment, continuation, and progression
Online Consultancy for Aspiring University Leaders

Session duration: flex

Focus:

  • Recognising university leadership requirements and skills
  • Identifying transferrable skills applicable to university leadership
  • Understanding university leadership roles and pathways
  • Navigating complex policy and legislative landscapes
  • Leading with empathy and understanding
  • Overcoming imposter syndrome
Interim Leadership for Higher Education Institutions

Session duration: flex

Capabilities:

  • Academic (e.g. Head of Department) or specialist (e.g. Head of Wellbeing) capacity
  • Undergraduate, postgraduate, or apprenticeship course models
  • Adaptable / multi-course focus, with specific expertise in Health and Business
  • Cover provision for maternity leave, long-term sickness, or unexpected departures
  • Develop new strategic capabilities, or optimise existing approaches
  • Actions aligned with guidance from OfS, QAA, and other regulatory bodies
Book-in for an academic consultancy session and take your first step towards realising your academic potential.

Ready to get started? Contact us today for availability and a personalized quote!