"Rachel is a profoundly intuitive and engaging guide on the topic of grief. Her 'Write Your Grief' course is set up to allow you time and space to meet your heart where it is in the moment. For me, I knew I was grieving, but I couldn't identify what it was that was causing the grief. Through our weeks of writing and discussion, I was able to engage with myself in an intentional and thought provoking way. Listening to the other participants share their work gave me courage to look at myself honestly - and though there was allotted time for sharing, it never felt forced. I highly recommend this course, regardless of where you are in your journey with grief. Whether you are grappling with something concrete or simply grieving the passage of time, this course will give you a creative space to sift through your emotions and ultimately give you strength to continue moving towards peace."
KATHERINE KERMAN
"A song just popped up on the radio, which suddenly transported me back to a time before I knew what grief was. And certainly before I knew how to hold it. I am flooded with all the emotions of remembering, but also finding that to be a very safe and lovely space to be in.
And that's thanks to the wonderful Rachel who has absolutely transformed my experience of grief. The incredible space she holds to look at it right in the eye and embrace it, and then to learn from it too, has been an absolutely life-changing experience for me."
Nina
"For years, I’ve been stuck. Plodding along, working and 'momming' but knowing a shift needed to happen. I tried several jobs using my hard earned skills but couldn’t find where they truly fit because I didn’t believe I was capable. I was spread thin and lost. Rachel’s ability to listen deeply and ask poignant, direct questions while at the same time allowing you space to unravel your thoughts and feelings, supporting you with kindness and compassion, is truly life changing. I could finally hear ME! That has really never happened before. Rachel is a gift, an artist, and has helped me dig back into myself and how I truly want to be of service in this World. Now, I have a plan and concrete steps for action. She’s just the coach I needed."
Tara
"Rachel has been working with me these last months as a grief counselor after the loss of my father. Rachel's approach is deeply caring and nurturing. At the same time she acts as a guide through difficult realisations and questions. Rachel works practically, including setting personal work outside the sessions and then coming together to investigate this work, with care and a deep sense of listening. Rachel also allows a space when answers are difficult or unclear. Grief has been a difficult thing to understand and Rachel has offered clear choices at times when I have been unable to see a way forward."
Fiona
"She has posed the questions that I have been afraid to ask of myself; which has ultimately led to me digging deep to find these well veiled answers. She doesn’t give advice but gives something of even greater value; the platform to derive these answers using entirely my own tools."
David
"Her empathy, humour, intelligence and lived experience make her the perfect partner in journeying through grief. When I reached out to Rachel I was in the stormy waves of the recent loss of my brother, and Rachel offered a warm, dry lifeboat from which to navigate the grief. "
Kendra R.
"I was initially hesitant and a bit sceptical about discussing my feelings with a ‘stranger’, however from the first moment I spoke with Rachel, she did not feel like a stranger. She has a unique way of making you feel comfortable and at ease, and I shared more than I ever thought I would. If anyone is struggling with loss, I would highly recommend connecting with Rachel.
I would not be in the place I am now, had it not been for her."
Sinead Q.
"I came to Rachel with only a vague idea—I knew I wanted to hold a funeral for my twenties, but I had no real vision for what that would look like. She helped me shape the intent of the gathering, craft and practise a eulogy for myself, and reflect on what I wanted to bring forward into the next chapter of my life, and to step forwards into that with more poise and sensitivity than I would have without her help.
Her expertise in storytelling and meaning-making transformed my scattered thoughts into something truly special. Because of Rachel's support, the event became a beautiful offering - exactly as it needed to be. It felt meaningful, cathartic, and resonant, not only for me but for everyone who attended. People engaged in heartfelt conversations afterward, and the atmosphere was rich with connection and shared reflection. There was so much love in the room.
If you're navigating a transition, grief, or simply want to mark a life change in an intentional way, I can't recommend Rachel enough. She has a gift for guiding you, even if you don’t know where to begin."
Ishani
"I first met Rachel when she was training to be a coach: I was also in training to be a
coach. I was struck by her open heart and the sensitivity she brought to all of us on
that course. She was like an emotional lightning conductor in the room. So, when my
life took a tragic turn, with the illness and death of my lovely wife, it was to Rachel I
turned in my time grief. Rachel’s warm but practical presence was a lifeline for me
during those first months of transition. She did not offer ready-made solutions rather
gave me strength and the means to work out my personal options for moving on.
Rachel was also honest with me when I was in doubt about which way to turn. She
has helped me to move on without feeling that I must let go of my lost love. Several
years on, she is still there when I need her; a foundation of this next phase of my life."
Ken D.
Ashley Sullivan
"I truly believe that everyone needs "a Rachel" in their career. I met Rachel through Cisco’s JUMP Women’s Leadership Development Program as part of their alumni coaching. Our coaching sessions came at a time when I needed clarity, courage, and perspective more than ever. From our very first conversation, she had this incredible way of asking the right questions. Were our conversations easy? No. But they were exactly what I needed to help me see myself and my values in a new light.
Rachel has a rare gift for balancing empathy with honesty. She creates space for deep reflection while also challenging you to take ownership of your story and to prioritize your perception of yourself over how you're perceived by others. The insights I gained through her coaching have stayed with me well beyond that program. They shaped how I show up as a leader, how I make decisions, and how I navigate moments of change.
I’m endlessly grateful for Rachel’s guidance and for the confidence she helped me build. She doesn’t just help you find direction. She helps you find your true self."
"Rachel has a very open approach as a coach in which she creates a safe space and open dialogue. During our coaching session, Rachel listened mindfully to what I shared, and she sought clarification when needed. She is an effective coach by asking thought-provoking questions. I have worked with other coaches in the past, and Rachel's style illicited some 'a-ha' moments for me, as her questions made me look at my skills from a different perspective.
I enjoy her creativity and open demeanour. I felt able to share freely knowing that Rachel would maintain confidentially.
She works with high integrity, sincerity, and openness, that resulted in my identifying 'next steps' that I can implement easily to meet my goals.
I highly recommend Rachel Fowler as a life coach."
Anne Marie Nest, MFA, ACC, CPCC
"My confidence around auditioning is shaky at best. Ok let's be honest, it gives me heart palpitations just thinking about it. BUT I love to perform. IN COMES RACHEL! She held me with love and high esteem, and was lovingly direct and honest. I knew could TRUST her insight and direction. My work blossomed in her careful hands. The audition was the best I've had in a VERY long time. If you want the best of results and to feel great about yourself while working toward your goal then you must hire Rachel."
"Rachel Fowler was absolutely essential in helping me navigate my career in an uncertain creative field. Her confidence and knowledge allowed me to feel more sure in the decisions I wanted to make. With kindness, care and surety, she helped me switch my mindset so I felt more in control of my future, and more solid in my own personal creative voice. Rachel is an amazing guide who strikes the perfect balance between strength and encouragement. Best of all, she's got a wonderful sense of humour! I highly recommend working with her!"
"I highly recommend Rachel Fowler in many capacities. I originally employed her as a director when I was producing a festival of new North American work premiering here in the UK. Her communication skills with the playwright, actors and production team were superior. It is very difficult to keep all stake holders happy while still meeting deadlines and Rachel managed this with professionalism and grace. It was a joy to work with her. I subsequently hired Rachel to be the Assistant Director/Dramaturg on my own project of a new musical about Doris Day. There were a few difficult people on the team and Rachel handled all the challenging personalities deftly. I felt my project was in very safe hands with Rachel on board. I have also had the pleasure of working with Rachel as an actor. Not only is she very talented, she is generous and open in the process and brings the best out in everyone. She understands people, listens to them and helps them to do their best. She is an excellent addition to any team/project."
Anne Marie Nest, MFA, ACC, CPCC
"Over the years, whenever I have a big decision to make, Rachel is one of the first people I call. She has the unique ability of making me feel I am exactly where I need to be, and yet that I can, and will, do that next thing I deeply want to do. Time and again, she has helped me define what I want, assisted me in crafting action steps, and always been there for accountability and cheerleading. She is fiercely intelligent, compassionate, and wise. I can't recommend Rachel's coaching services highly enough."