Stephanie – Stephanie

When Life Breaks Your Heart, You Don’t Have to Piece It Back Together Alone

A Nurse’s Heart, A Coach’s Wisdom: Walking Beside You Through Every Kind of Loss

When Life Breaks Your Heart, You Don’t Have to Piece It Back Together Alone

A Nurse’s Heart, A Coach’s Wisdom: Walking Beside You Through Every Kind of Loss

Former Nurse | Holistic Coach |
Transitional Coach | Life Coach | Grief Coach

Stephanie Muckley

I’m Stephanie. I used to wear scrubs and hold the hands of strangers in hospital rooms. As a nurse, I learned that grief doesn’t just live in final goodbyes, it’s in the quiet tears of a patient told their body is failing, in the hollowed eyes of someone watching their child struggle, in the exhaustion of a spouse who’s become a caregiver overnight. I’ve sat with more heartbreak than I can count, and what I know is this: loss has no hierarchy, and healing isn’t linear.

That’s why I became a coach. Not to “fix”; what’s broken, you’re not broken, but to support you to find your way back to yourself when life feels unrecognisable. My nursing days taught me how to hold space for the messy, raw, unpretty parts of being human. Now, I walk alongside people like you as you navigate:

Tangible Losses: Death of a loved one, death of a pet, divorce, breakdown in relationships, a goodbye.
Living Losses: Infertility, chronic illness, estrangement, redundancy, moving abroad, yearning for the person you used to be.
Anticipatory Loss: Anticipating a loved one’s end, grieving a future you planned but feel you won’t live.

This isn’t a textbook journey. It’s your story, and I’m here to help you write the next chapter with courage, self-compassion, and maybe even a little light.

I’m Stephanie, I used to wear scrubs and hold the hands of strangers in hospital rooms. As a nurse, I learned that grief doesn’t just live in final goodbyes it’s in the quiet tears of a patient told their body is failing, in the hollowed eyes of someone watching their child struggle, in the exhaustion of a spouse who’s become a caregiver overnight. I’ve sat with more heartbreak than I can count, and what I know is this: loss has no hierarchy, and healing isn’t linear.

Grief can feel like carrying a stone in your chest heavy, invisible, and yours alone. But here’s the truth I learned in those hospital hallways: you were never meant to carry it alone.

In our work together, we won’t rush you through “stages” or pressure you to “find meaning” before you’re ready. Instead, we’ll:

My nursing background means I understand the medical side of your journey diagnoses, treatments, systems that can feel cold and confusing. My coaching heart means I see the whole you: your spirit, your fears, your resilience, your right to grieve exactly as you need to. Whether you’re navigating tangible loss, living with invisible grief, or facing anticipatory heartbreak, you deserve support that honours your whole experience.

My Services

Walking Beside You Through Life's Transitions

Each service integrates evidence-based coaching techniques with the compassionate
presence I developed as a nurse creating safe spaces where both your head and heart can be heard.

Grief & Loss Coaching

For those navigating the death of a loved one, pet loss, or other significant endings

What this includes:

Creating space to honour your grief without judgment or timeline
Developing coping strategies for overwhelming waves of emotion
Rebuilding your relationship with loss as it evolves over time
Finding meaningful ways to stay connected to what or who you’ve lost
Navigating anniversaries, holidays, and other trigger moments

Best for: Anyone experiencing acute grief or the ongoing process of integrating loss into life.

Living Loss Support

For those grieving non-death losses: chronic illness, infertility, estrangement, identity shifts, redundancy, or the loss of a future you planned

What this includes:

Validating the invisible grief that others may not recognize
Processing the anger, sadness, and confusion that often accompany living losses
Rebuilding identity and purpose when life has changed dramatically
Developing self-compassion practices for ongoing challenges
Creating new meaning while honouring what’s been lost

Best for: Those navigating chronic health conditions, infertility, divorce, estrangement, career loss, or any invisible grief that feels disenfranchised.

Anticipatory Grief Coaching

For those preparing for end-of-life, caregiving for degenerative conditions, or grieving a future that’s changing

What this includes:

Navigating the complex emotions of knowing loss is coming
Balancing present moments with painful goodbyes
Creating legacy projects and meaningful rituals
Supporting family communication during difficult transitions
Finding moments of peace and connection amid uncertainty

Best for: Caregivers, those with degenerative diagnoses, or anyone grieving a future that won’t be as expected.

Medical Transition Support

For those processing new diagnoses, treatment decisions, or navigating healthcare systems

What this includes:

Making sense of medical information and treatment options
Developing advocacy skills for healthcare appointments
Processing the emotional impact of health changes
Creating support systems for medical journeys
Finding balance between hope and realistic expectations

Best for: Anyone facing new diagnoses, treatment decisions, or complex medical situations especially if you feel overwhelmed by the healthcare system.

Caregiver Compassion Coaching

For those supporting others while needing care themselves

What this includes:

Preventing burnout through sustainable self-care practices
Navigating the complex emotions of caregiving (guilt, resentment, grief)
Setting healthy boundaries while maintaining compassion
Finding moments of renewal amid demanding responsibilities
Processing anticipatory grief while providing daily care

Best for: Family caregivers, professional caregivers, or anyone supporting others through illness, aging, or end-of-life journeys.

End of Life Coaching

For those facing mortality, planning for life’s final chapter, or supporting a loved one through dying

What this includes:

Creating a meaningful end-of-life plan that reflects your values and wishes
Navigating difficult conversations with family and healthcare providers
Finding peace and purpose in life’s final season
Creating legacy projects and meaningful rituals
Supporting both practical preparations and emotional readiness
Helping loved ones understand and honour your journey

Best for: Those with terminal diagnoses, anyone wanting to prepare for end-of-life, or families supporting a loved one through dying.

About Stephanie Muckley

I was just 18 when I first put on a nurse's uniform, stepping into a world that would shape me in ways I couldn't yet imagine. After earning my diploma in adult nursing, I spent over a decade across wards, A&E departments, and community settings—each placement teaching me something profound about human resilience and vulnerability.
There are moments from those years that stay with me. Like the times I sat with patients who had no family, no one to advocate for them, trying to be that person who would listen and help them find their voice. Or the quiet afternoons spent holding the hand of someone dying, ensuring they wouldn't take their final breath alone. Or the heartbreaking conversations with families, delivering news that would shatter their world, then staying to offer that shoulder to cry on, that steady presence in the storm.

But nothing could have prepared me for the moment my perspective shifted forever. After childbirth, I experienced a near-death crisis that landed me in ITU on a ventilator, critically ill. I remember the fog of medication, the beeping machines, and the terrifying realization that my family had been called in to say goodbye. In those fragile hours, I wasn't the nurse anymore—I was the patient, fighting for my life.

That experience changed everything. It transformed me from being a nurse watching others go through these experiences to me living them. In that most vulnerable moment, I realized what it truly meant to have at least one person with you in times of profound need. I understood, in my bones, the difference between clinical care and human presence.

When I returned to nursing, I saw my work through new eyes. I still valued the skills I'd developed—empathy that reaches beyond sympathy, active listening that hears what's unspoken, the ability to be present with grief in all its forms. But I also saw more clearly the gaps in our care system. After the medical interventions were complete, after the paperwork was filed, people were often left alone with their grief. The system excelled at treating conditions but struggled to heal the human spirit carrying them.

That realization led me to coaching—not to leave nursing behind, but to expand how I could help. I earned my Practitioner Diploma in coaching with science, artistry and systems, then specialized further with completion of an end-of-life and grief course for experienced coaches. Today, I'm accredited by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) at ACC level and the European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC) at senior practitioner level.

In my coaching practice, I blend evidence-based coaching techniques with the compassionate presence I developed as a nurse, creating a safe space where both your head and heart can be heard.

What this means for you is a unique combination of clinical experience, personal survival, and coaching expertise. I understand both the medical world you might be navigating and the emotional landscape you're traveling through—because I've walked both paths. I won't separate your physical experience from your spiritual one. I'll honour your whole story, not just the parts that fit neatly into a diagnosis.

When we work together, you'll find someone who has witnessed grief at its most profound and most intimate, both professionally and personally. Someone who knows what it means to feel alone in your suffering and is committed to ensuring you never have to. Someone who brings both the precision of clinical training and the artistry of compassionate coaching to our work together.

I'm not here to fix what's broken—you're not broken. I'm here to be that person for you, the one I needed in my darkest moment: someone who will stay present, listen deeply, and help you find your way forward, one gentle step at a time.

Vision

A world where no one navigates profound loss alone where every person facing grief, transition, or end-of-life journeys has at least one compassionate witness to walk beside them.

Mission

To provide holistic-transitional coaching that integrates evidence-based techniques with compassionate nursing presence creating safe spaces where all forms of loss are witnessed, validated, and transformed into pathways for healing.

These statements aren’t just words on a page—they’re the promise I make to every person who trusts me with their story. They reflect both the lessons from my nursing career and the deep understanding that comes from having been a patient in need of compassion myself.

How We Work Together

One-on-One Coaching

Weekly or bi-weekly sessions (60 minutes)

Intensive Support Packages

For those navigating acute crises or transitions

Single Sessions

For specific challenges or decision points

Each session provides a blend of emotional support and practical strategies

We'll use evidence-based coaching techniques tailored to your needs

All sessions are confidential and conducted in a safe, supportive environment

What Makes This Approach Different

Dual Perspective: I understand both the clinical world and the patient experience
Nursing Presence: The compassionate listening skills developed over a decade in healthcare
Holistic Integration: Addressing emotional, practical, and spiritual aspects of loss
No Timelines: Honouring that grief and healing unfold at their own pace
Evidence-Based: Combining coaching best practices with real-world healthcare experience

Client’s Review

Testimonials

Free 20-Minute Connection Call

Let’s explore how we might work together. This isn’t a sales call it’s a space for you to share what you’re experiencing and see if my approach feels right for you.

Initial Discovery Session

Our first full session where we’ll explore your current challenges, identify your hopes for our work together, and create a plan that honours your unique journey.

Ongoing Support

Regular sessions tailored to your needs, with the flexibility to adjust as your journey unfolds.

My Ethical Commitment to You

Your trust is sacred. As a former nurse and certified coach I promise.

Absolute Confidentiality

Your story is safe here. Everything shared remains private and secure.

Your Well-being First

I prioritize your emotional safety and healing above all else. If you need support beyond my scope, I’ll help you find it.

Clear Boundaries & Integrity

Our relationship is strictly professional. I practice honestly within my expertise and never make unrealistic promises.

Respect & Inclusivity

I honor your unique journey, beliefs, and identity without judgment. This is a safe space for everyone.

Ongoing Professional Growth

I maintain my coaching credentials (ICF/EMCC) and continually deepen my skills to serve you better.

Empowerment, Not Fixing

I walk beside you, respecting your pace and choices. You are the expert on your own healing.

My Commitment

I bring both professional training and profound personal understanding to our work. You deserve compassionate, ethical support that honours your whole experience.