Business Excellence Awards 2025 | 19 or years, Karen Bashford was disconnected from her emotions, going through each day out of necessity rather than with a drive to live life on her own terms. After escaping from a dysfunctional marriage, and then a new relationship that brought similar strife, Karen understood that it was time to take control and help herself, rather than simply drifting through life as she had been. The journey of discovering herself was not always easy, and Karen encountered many obstacles on her way. From losing her home when retraining as a Hypnotherapist and NLP Practitioner to the emotional blocks she had unknowingly placed upon herself, Karen experienced extreme adversity on her mission to finding inner peace. It wasn’t until experiencing a nervous breakdown in 2023 that Karen was forced to stop and take the time to review and reflect upon her life. This moment served as the catalyst to heal her painful past and transform her life. Connecting with her inner child, Karen explored the many limiting beliefs and behaviours she had been relying on with the mistaken belief that she was protecting herself. This experience taught her importance of listening to her body and establishing real boundaries for herself. Now, Karen works with women who have been traumatised and abused, teaching them to stop self-sabotaging by healing their past. This helps them rediscover their confidence and self-belief and in doing so, break through societal and personal barriers holding them back. After working with Karen, her clients are ready to take bold action to live an empowered life, changing the lives of their families, building strong businesses, helping their clients and communities, and expanding into the wider environment. “My mission is to empower five million women to stop surviving and start thriving,” she states. “My lived experience of turning personal pain - including physical illness, abusive relationships, and emotional disconnection – demonstrates my resilience to succeed in challenging circumstances. My core values of empathy, integrity, and authenticity shine through my story. I create a safe space for women to question their truth and embrace change.” Karen’s client base primarily comprises women over 40 from various backgrounds who have previously sought help from holistic and conventional therapists. These clients sense they need something deeper and turn to Karen for Soul Growth work. This approach combines conventional and spiritual healing, bridging the gap between traditional therapy and emotional healing to achieve true transformation. In a market saturated with service providers, Karen stands out due to her ethical practices; she will not accept a client if they are not ready for transformational work. This transparency establishes a high level of trust and efficacy between Karen and her clients, as they know she will In order to achieve success and overcome self-sabotage, we must first future proof our lives with clarity, purpose, and a clear vision. It can be a painful journey for some but is certainly rewarding for all as we review and reassess our lives to find our true selves. Maintaining harmony in every aspect of our lives is no easy feat, and many are too intimidated by the daunting journey to ever begin. Enter Karen Bashford, an inspirational speaker, coach, podcast host, and author known for taking a direct yet sensitive approach to transforming the lives of countless individuals struggling to see past their limiting mindsets. We speak to Karen below to learn more about her story. F Trauma & Abuse Coach of the Year 2025 (UK): Karen Bashford Jan25325 not provide a service that brings no change. Many of Karen’s clients are reluctant to enact change, fearing the future after trauma. Having emerged triumphant from her own journey of trauma, Karen is the ideal provider of such services as the tangible results of her transformational services are visible to all. Understanding the limitations of healing and recognising that many coaches and therapists aren’t equipped to handle trauma without causing new pain, Karen uses her distinctive voice to reshape the industry. She is renowned for her transformative powers and has built a respected reputation for her real-world approach, serving as an advocate for her clientele and empowering the lives of many women around the world. This year, Karen tells us that she has a number of exciting plans in the works. “2025 is already proving to be eventful,” she says. “My plans to write several books, online courses, and in-person workshops are coming together. These will be for women, specifically those who are struggling to love themselves and be seen, heard, and accepted in all their power. I am also seeking more opportunities to speak on podcasts and at live and online events, with the ultimate goal of sharing my story and empowering women.” Contact: Karen Bashford Company: Karen Bashford Web Address: https://karenbashford.com/
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