Anne-Theresa Lawrie
Founder of Educere | Educational Counsellor & Leadership Coach
With over 35 years of experience in education, Anne-Theresa Lawrie brings a rare depth of understanding to her work as a counsellor and coach for educational professionals. From classroom teaching to senior leadership, and from local authority strategy to international training, her career has been shaped by a lifelong commitment to learning, development and support.
Anne-Theresa has held leadership roles including Principal Teacher of Biology, Depute Head Teacher, Head of Learning, Teaching and Assessment at local authority level and Quality Improvement Officer with responsibility for professional learning and leadership development. She is also an international trainer in cognitive skills with the Feuerstein Institute, having worked with educators and parents across the UK, Europe and New Zealand to help young people build thinking frameworks that support lifelong learning.
Why Create Educere?
Educere was founded from a deep understanding of the emotional and professional challenges that educational leaders face. Throughout my career in schools and across local authorities, I witnessed how those in leadership roles are often expected to carry the weight of responsibility with little time or space to reflect on their own wellbeing. I saw dedicated professionals putting everyone else first, often at the expense of their own mental and emotional health.
My journey into counselling was a natural progression of my work in leadership and coaching. I wanted to offer something that went beyond professional development - a space where school leaders could truly be themselves, explore their challenges in confidence, and receive the support they so often provide to others. Educere brings together my experience in education, my training in counselling and coaching, and my belief in the transformative power of feeling heard, supported and understood.
Qualifications & Ethics
My practice is built on both lived experience and formal training. I hold a First-Class Honours degree in Psychology with Counselling and a Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. I also hold a Diploma in Coaching, which I completed in 2009, and have been coaching education professionals ever since.
I am an Accredited Registrant with the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS) and adhere to their ethical code of practice. This ensures that every session is delivered with professionalism, confidentiality and care. My approach is grounded in empathy, active listening and unconditional positive regard - offering a respectful and non-judgemental space for all those I work with.
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I’d love to work with you
If you're looking for a safe, professional space to reflect, grow and feel supported in your leadership journey, I'd be honoured to work with you. Whether you're considering counselling, coaching or a combination of both, the first step is a simple conversation.
Book your FREE 30-minute consultation to find out how Educere can support you.