I’m Lana — a trauma-informed life coach and specialist writer. I support adults affected by trauma, abuse, and emotional overwhelm through gentle, collaborative coaching and The Anchor Line text-based support service.
Everybody.
I support adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by past experiences, including trauma and domestic abuse. You might feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure where to turn next.
You don’t need to have everything figured out — this is a space where you can begin to understand what you’ve been carrying, at your own pace, and with gentle support.
This work is gentle, collaborative, and centred around safety.
Three ways to get the support you need
One-to-one trauma-informed coaching sessions via phone or video call. A safe, supportive space to work through what you’re carrying — at your own pace.
Learn more →Text-based support for when talking feels too hard. Message me via Premium.Chat or WhatsApp and receive calm, steady guidance through words.
Learn more →Sensitive, trauma-informed content writing for organisations, charities, and businesses. Blog posts, articles, website copy, and more.
Learn more →“Lana has been an incredible support. She creates a space where you feel truly heard and understood. Her warmth and insight have helped me see things I couldn’t see on my own.”
“I was nervous about opening up but Lana made it feel so safe. She’s patient, kind, and genuinely cares. I can’t recommend her enough.”
“Working with Lana has been life-changing. She helped me understand my patterns and gave me the tools to move forward with confidence.”
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