Executive Coach London — what senior leaders are actually buying
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Last Updated
September 12, 2026
The honest version of what an executive coach can and can't do — and the part the industry tends to leave out.
Executive coaching is structured one-to-one development for senior leaders, focused on performance under pressure, leadership effectiveness, and complex decision-making. London executive coaches typically charge £250–£500+ an hour, across engagements of six to twelve sessions over three to nine months. Choose for recognised accreditation, genuine corporate context, and a track record at the right seniority.
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- Structured one-to-one development for senior leaders
- Focused on performance under pressure, leadership effectiveness, decision-making
- Coaches typically ICF or EMCC accredited
- Engagements 6-12 sessions over 3-9 months
- Cost £250-£500+ per hour typical
- Integrated with wellness approach at DWL
- Free discovery call to assess fit
Coaching vs Others
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Honest List
Coaching pays back hardest during real transitions and pressure points — not as a general-purpose upgrade, and reputable coaches say so.
This page is part of our wider guide to wellness coaching, which sets out every option we offer side by side.
| Discovery Conversation — 30–45 mins, free | A mutual fit check where either party can decide it isn't right. The first step to assess if coaching is appropriate. |
| Tripartite Agreement — between coach, coachee, sponsor (if employer-funded) | Sets the confidentiality boundary and success measures up front, so the sponsor stays informed without ever seeing session content. |
| Intake Session — approx. 90 minutes | Maps the current situation, the leadership context, and goals. May draw on 360 feedback if available. |
| Regular Sessions — 60–90 minutes, fortnightly or monthly | Each session opens with progress, works the most important live question, and closes with specific commitments. The core of the engagement. |
| Midpoint Review — around session 4 or 5 | Recalibrates goals and adjusts the approach based on progress so far. Ensures the engagement stays on track. |
| Closing Session — final session | Consolidates what changed and plans for sustainability. Lays out how to maintain progress after coaching ends. |
| Follow-up — 3–6 months after closing | A check-in to catch any drift and reinforce lasting change. Optional but recommended. |
Our happy patients,
in their own words
Transparent pricing
Prices are set out below. Your written plan confirms the fee before any treatment begins.
| Coach Tier | Hourly Rate 60–90 min sessions |
|---|---|
| ICF PCC with corporate experience | £200–£350 |
| ICF MCC or specialist senior executive coach | £300–£500 |
| Board-level / C-suite specialist | £500–£1,000+ |
| Public-profile "thought leaders" | £750–£2,000+ |
Questions
people ask
If your question isn't answered here, call reception on 020 8127 4567 or email reception.
How is executive coaching different from life coaching?
Executive coaching focuses on leadership performance, organisational dynamics and senior decision-making; life coaching addresses personal direction, relationships and habits. For senior leadership work specifically, a coach with genuine corporate context typically outperforms a generalist.
Should my employer pay for executive coaching?
Often, yes. Most established organisations fund executive coaching through L&D or development budgets, and the conversation usually runs through an HR partner or line manager. Self-funding is common during transitions.
Is what I discuss with an executive coach confidential?
Yes, with limited exceptions. The relationship is professionally confidential. In employer-funded work a tripartite agreement defines what's shared and what isn't. Coaches retain a duty to act where there is a risk of serious harm or a safeguarding obligation.
Can executive coaching help with burnout?
It depends which burnout. For functional fatigue from sustained over-functioning, coaching helps with boundaries, delegation and recovery strategy. For clinical-level burnout, see your GP first. Coaching can help after a clinical assessment, not as a substitute for one.
How long does an executive coaching engagement take?
Typically six to twelve sessions over three to nine months. A single sharp goal can complete in four to six; longer developmental work runs a year or two at lower frequency.
What does DWL actually offer for executive coaching, and what do you refer out?
We offer an integrated performance-and-resilience coaching frame, held alongside the clinic's wellness and dental care. We refer out for board-level corporate coaching, public-company directorship work, and any clinical mental-health need.
