Is it finally time to prioritise you?

I help midlife women reclaim their energy, voice, and dreams — so you can feel lit up by life again. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for something more.
Let’s find the you that’s been waiting underneath the overwhelm.

Welcome, beautiful soul...

If you've landed here, chances are you've spent years being the reliable one. The one who makes sure everything runs smoothly—at work, at home, in your relationships. You're great at it. Caring for everyone around you—your parents, your partner, your adult kids, your colleagues, even your pets.

And it's sucking the life out of you.

You're feeling taken for granted, worn out by everybody's demands. That book you've picked up and put down so many times, makes you feel like you've lost the plot. Your travel dreams keep getting pushed to "someday." The resentment is rising, and none of that is doing you OR your relationships any good.

What if this is just the beginning?

What if the next phase of your life was when you felt most energised, most alive, and most free? With expanded capacity for joyful adventures, enriching experiences, and unbridled creativity?

I'm Shan Withnell, a transformational coach and hypnotherapist for women in their 40s, 50s and beyond. I specialise in helping women just like you get out of their ruts and rediscover their joy for life, their enthusiasm and happiness, and feel energised and lit up again.

"I wanted to stop being grumpy at my husband and to feel better about myself. Now I can put myself first without feeling guilty, for the first time. I feel more whole, more accepting of myself."

LB, Newcastle

How I help you thrive

My unique approach combines three powerful modalities to create lasting transformation:

ShanTherapy

My holistic, intuitive wisdom honed over 30 years of clinical practice working with women through all kinds of challenges.

HeartHealing

A revolutionary hypnotherapy-based process that resolves old patterns of hurt, guilt and self-sacrifice at their root, allowing you to prioritise yourself without emotional backlash.

Woman-Centred Coaching

Evidence-based strategies specifically designed for women to help you tap into your own wisdom and strength.

Imagine waking up excited about your day because...

You've rekindled your relationship with your partner and you're feeling safe to be your authentic self
You're full of vitality and enthusiasm, joyfully healthy and following your passions
You confidently say "yes" to opportunities that light you up (and "no" to those that don't)
You take time for yourself, guilt-free, knowing your family can manage

"This has been a really fun journey—it's been way better than therapy. It's a revelation to be planning for joy rather than planning for success. Everything feels lighter. Working with you has been amazing. It's made such a difference."

SJ, Manly

Ready to begin your journey back to you?

My unique approach combines three powerful modalities to create lasting transformation:

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The Thriving Woman Blueprint

Fast Freedom Program

Reclaim Your Voice

16 weeks to prioritise yourself and your dreams without guilt

12 weeks to heal your heart and rediscover your purpose and passion

5 weeks to find the confidence to speak your truth and stand in your power

Let's connect on a private 20-minute call where we'll decide if we're the right fit to work together.

PS - Still unsure? Ask yourself... in 12 months, do you want to be exactly where you are now, or do you want to be living a life that lights you up? Let's have a quick chat if you'd like help deciding whether this is the right time for you to participate.