Academic Coaching on Catherine Pope

Writing Coaching

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:26:33 +0100

Academic writing is hard. You’re full of ideas, but everything else is getting in the way. I act as your accountability partner, providing structure, proven techniques, and new approaches. Together we build a realistic writing habit that works for you.

I can help with:

PhD theses.
Academic and professional papers.
Non-fiction books and monographs.
Writing workflow.
Tools such as Scrivener and Zotero.

Depending on how many sessions you choose, I’ll design a coaching programme for your specific needs.

PhD Viva Coaching

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:24:20 +0100

The PhD viva is a crucial milestone that determines your doctoral success, yet many candidates approach it with a lot of anxiety and not enough preparation. I can demystify the viva process and equip you with practical strategies to perform confidently on the day.

In my coaching, I help you develop the skills to articulate your research clearly and defend your work without becoming defensive.

Typical areas include:

Understanding the viva’s purpose and possible outcomes.
Creating an effective preparation timeline.
Anticipating different question types.
Learning strategic answering techniques.
Managing nerves.

Depending on how many sessions you choose, I’ll design a coaching programme for your specific needs

PhD Coaching

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:23:20 +0100

Are you a PhD researcher, struggling to finish your thesis? Do you need help with time management or developing a more effective writing process? If so, you might benefit from 1-2-1 coaching.

We’ll work together to identify obstacles and create a plan to help you reach the finish line.

Depending on how many sessions you choose, I’ll design a coaching programme for your specific needs.

For example:

In one session, we can work on a specific obstacle and find a way forward.
In three sessions, we can create a plan, discuss strategies, and set milestones.
In six sessions, we can go much deeper into all aspects and maintain accountability over a longer period.

You can find more information about my coaching practice or contact me with any questions.