EMPOWERMENT & BUSINESS COACH

For women who yearn to step into courage and become the changemakers the world needs 

Tired of feeling like a fraud hiding in plain sight?


You work hard. You play by the rules. You crush every deadline, leaving a trail of sparkling achievements behind you.

Yet, underneath all this perfectionism, a secret voice whispers, "What if they find out I'm just winging it?!" 

Imposter syndrome


You know it well. That inner critical voice telling you you're undeserving, a fluke, a mere imposter in your own success story. And it doesn't stop there. 

You find yourself bending over backwards to please everyone, stretching yourself too thin. Maybe you're burnt out – but how can you complain when, on the outside, it looks like you've "got it all together"?

Millions of brilliant women, just like you, face the same struggle


Especially if you’ve got big goals and plans to leave your mark on this world. But what if there was a way to unmask the imposter and silence the people-pleaser within, finally returning home to yourself? There is – and while there’s no silver bullet or quick fix here, there is an opportunity to go ALL IN on a nourishing, supported and courageous journey away from the fear, the old programming and limiting beliefs that have been holding you back.

Meet your empowerment and business coach

Karen Barnes


I’ll be your guide on this journey to move from overly accommodating wallflower to bold, change-making powerhouse.

Together, we'll shatter the glass ceiling of self-doubt and ignite the spark of curious courage that already burns bright within you, but might need a little encouragement to set alight.

My background in psychology, certified strategic coaching and other growth modalities means I can hold a safe and transformative space for you to take control of your future.

Like you, I’ve always been someone passionate about equality, justice and building a better world. There’s actually never been a better time to claim your space and be that person for those around you

START YOUR JOURNEY OF SELF-DISCOVERY

1:1 EMPOWERMENT COACHING

Returning Home to You

My 10-week, 1:1 self-discovery coaching program. I’ll walk alongside you as you shift from living in overwhelm and not feeling good enough, to calm, confident and self-assured.

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BUSINESS COACHING

Business Reset & Renew

If you’re a woman in business who’s ready to release limiting beliefs, find motivation, clarify your goals, and build momentum, this is for you. In 8 weeks, we’ll aim to totally transform your relationship to business and yourself. 

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Moving from a place of self doubt…..to self belief

I am so grateful to have crossed paths with Karen. Her support and guidance have allowed me to move from a place of self-doubt, perfectionism, imposter syndrome, not being able to take compliments, and people-pleasing to a place of self-acceptance, self-belief; I can step out and see other people’s perspectives in a situation, I now say thank you to compliments instead of giving an excuse back, knowing that it’s ok to fail and take your lessons with you, trusting and honouring who I am as a person along the way. The self-confidence I have gained from working with Karen is amazing and I am so thankful for her teaching me the tools to see that within myself. She has challenged me in ways that have allowed me to understand myself better and to take those lessons with me to achieve my future goals. Karen has taken me from not feeling like I am good enough to believing that I am which has allowed me to let go of my limiting beliefs. This has all helped ease my anxiety that I have carried throughout many years of my life and it feels incredible.

Ashley Pygram

Unsure of my purpose…..to believing in myself and receiving everything I wanted.

I felt stuck in life...I was an empty nester who was unsure of my purpose in life....a close friend of mine told me about Karen and how she changed her life/mindset. I was intrigued. So I reached out to Karen, and we had a 20-minute chat about what I wanted to achieve in life. It was the best 20 minutes I spent in years! I remember getting off the phone and thinking, this lady is amazing; I know she will help me unlock my potential in all aspects of my life. Karen challenged my thoughts and old habits and helped me face my fears, as they had a lot to do with how I was doing life and perceived myself. Karen's sessions opened my eyes and made me aware of what made me stuck! There were tears and laughter in many of these sessions.

I love talking to Karen because she creates a safe space where I don't feel judged, and I know she always has my back! Karen, you are a superstar! Thank you for all you do! It was just magical...with your guidance and support, I was able to sell my house, manifest a home to buy, buy what I manifested, and was tapped on the shoulder for another job! How good is that?! I appreciate you showing me how to believe in myself and learning how to challenge my old habits and thoughts...the sky is the limit!

So if you ever feel stuck in life, I highly recommend you speak to the talented, inspirational, kind, thoughtful Karen! She will certainly unlock your potential!

Suzann Kerbaj

From breakups to business struggles…….I’ve come through it stronger each time…..

I have had the honour of working with Karen for over 4 years now and it has been the number one greatest investment I have ever given myself. From breakups to business struggles this woman have seen me through all of it and I have come out stronger each time even when I felt like that wasn’t an option. I have and will continue to recommend her to everyone I know.

Kirsty Sage

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You always were enough


Making any kind of internal change isn’t easy, but that doesn’t mean it has to be stressful or difficult, either. As your life and business coach, my skill is balancing knowledge with the right tools to support you to make the changes you’ve wanted to do, but didn’t have the courage or know how to do. No matter where you’re at in life, together we’ll make the journey of coming home to yourself a transforming, empowering, fearless and fulfilling one.

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