Client Experiences
Business Reviews
Businesses & Charities
“Tom has been an integral part in bringing our organisations’ employee Wellbeing initiatives to life. He has gained huge credibility with our employees with his balanced approach to delivering wellbeing sessions and we look forward to continuing to work with Tom in the future.”
Diversity and Inclusion Lead
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“I engaged Tom to deliver some coaching for myself and a colleague, after hearing him talk about the concept of self-compassion on a HR podcast.
Working in a busy HR team, we often find we prioritise the needs of our business and colleagues over our own wellbeing. Tom quickly equipped us with the tools and concepts to allow us to take a breath and look after ourselves, without this feeling self-indulgent.
Tom immediately put us at ease and created a safe environment for us to have open and honest conversations.
He is very understanding, and his ability to speak from personal experience only added to his credibility and kindness.
It was a pleasure to work with him, and we look forward to engaging with him in the future. I would definitely recommend him to others”.
- Louise Clements, Senior People Business Partner | HDI Global Specialty SE – UK
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“Tom's session was meaningful and timely, and was delivered expertly!
Tom delivered a lunchtime session yesterday for all our staff focused on men's health, perfectly time to coincide with International Men's Day and Movember.
The session was expertly delivered, providing data and insights which were both informative and thought-provoking.
One of the highlights was the emphasis on men's mental health, looking at societal expectations and stereotypes that can contribute to the stigma around men seeking help for mental health issues.
By opening this discussion up to everyone, and not just the male staff, reinforced the shared responsibility for helping to break down these societal barriers.
I would highly recommend Tom, and am looking forward to working with him again.”
- Victoria Jackson, Director of HR, Risk & Compliance | Preston Turnbull LLP
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“Tom has been an integral part in bringing our organisations’ employee Wellbeing initiatives to life. He is engaging, informed and considered in all sessions and provides useful tools for people to take away and put into practice. He demonstrates his depth of knowledge and experience by backing up his approaches with evidence and understanding to help people understand how different approaches work to improve their wellbeing. With Tom, you feel there is a genuine willingness to want to improve the lives of those attending his sessions. He has gained huge credibility with our employees with his balanced approach to delivering wellbeing sessions and we look forward to continuing to work with Tom in the future.”
- Victoria Beckett, Diversity and Inclusion Lead, TWI Global
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“Just to say a very big thank you again for the talk that you gave today.
It certainly hit the right note as it was all that people were talking about in the pub afterwards!”
- Caroline Taylor, Head of Commercial Property, Stone King LLP
Talk: ‘Mindfulness and Coping with Stress in the Workplace’
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“Great session. Will be sharing the techniques to deal with change. I would make this mandatory! Tom was an excellent speaker”
- Participant feedback from Lloyds Bank on a “Thriving in Times of Change” workshop with GetZen
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“Tom is knowledgeable, engaging, and entertaining when he spoke to our team about connection and loneliness. He brought some important topics to our discussion and encouraged people to discuss their feelings on the subject in confidence. I would highly recommend Tom and would love him to come in and talk about more subjects in the future.”
- Iris Marketing, in collaboration with GetZen Wellbeing
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“The session content was brilliant, really well thought through and just the right balance of information and space to safely explore how what you were sharing applied personally to us. It was a really great well balanced session.”
- Action Hampshire, Self-Compassion Workshop
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“Thank you Tom, your session was brilliant. We already received amazing feedback from employees thanking us for organising and they are saying they learnt a lot from you today! We would like to continue in touch with you to run more sessions in the future.”
- Maria Randazzo - Senior Facilities Manager, EMEA, BlackLine
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“Tom Cleary, what an amazing The Tipper Group Lunch time event today with a record number of attendees! Thank you very much for teaching us those useful techniques, which will help us not only during these challenging times but even afterwards. You are a true wellbeing specialist and a very good speaker! We really appreciate the time you spent with us this afternoon. I cannot recommend you enough to those, who could also benefit from your very valuable knowledge. Thank you again!”
- Kamer Tuncbilek, Project Manager, TWI Global
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“Tom was so good at delivering the course, he made it clear, informative, interactive and looked after everyone which was really important as many of the people on the course have lived mental health experience. Because of this course and Tom I feel more knowledgeable and confident and motivated to help where I can.”
- Participant on Mental Health First Aid Course in large charity
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“The course was very well presented and Tom's passion for this subject and knowledge is very high. The openness that he creates to enable people to share is wonderful, also sharing his experiences to aid others. He answered all questions and no one was made to feel stupid if they did not know. All in all an exceptional course and a great instructor. Many thanks”
- Participant on Mental Health First Aid Course in large Engineering Firm
Education Reviews
Schools & Education
“He is professional, reliable and thought-provoking. What’s really impressed us is how Tom listens to where we are as a school and what we are looking for and then creates a bespoke provision that really fits the bill.”
Senior Deputy Headteacher
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“Working with a large group of Trust CEOs and headteachers from across Kent, we needed to find someone with genuine knowledge, experience and credibility to work with our colleagues following perhaps arguably one of the most challenging years in education. As a result of strong recommendation, we were thrilled to work with Tom, who surpassed our expectations as he delivered his session on ‘Mindfulness and Self-Compassion’. Feedback was unanimously positive, to the point where we now have a fully booked event for next year, with Tom as our keynote speaker.”
- John Truman, Education Consultant
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"Tom has worked with us for about 4 years now and has been integral to Brookfield’s development of supporting staff well-being. Not only does he bring an extensive knowledge of well-being and mental health but he presents to staff in a relatable and engaging way.
He is professional, reliable and thought-provoking. What’s really impressed us is how Tom listens to where we are as a school and what we are looking for and then creates a bespoke provision that really fits the bill.
He has provided confidential 1:1 support sessions for staff, focused workshops on areas such as Digital Well-Being, he led a great key-note speech to launch our recent leadership conference and has worked with our middle and senior leaders to develop understanding of mental health and how we can support our staff.
Thank you, Tom!"
- Petrina McCulley, Senior Deputy Headteacher, Brookfield Community School
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‘Tom takes a different slant on well-being, focusing more on self care, rather than on workload, enabling the whole team to take better care of themselves.
His session sparked conversation and led to better engagement with our HR services and Counselling offer.
Feedback was excellent with the team highlighting a much more holistic/ realistic approach to this area, connected to his own hand on experience.
We will definitely look to use Tom again and reference his training to support well-being on an ongoing basis.
- Peter Rhodes, CEO, Amadeus Primary Academies Trust
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"I attended one of Tom's sessions as part of a wellbeing and personal development day for Headteachers and school leaders at Eastwell Manor. The topic was Mindfulness and Self-Compassion in education leadership. I found the session very useful and since then I have found myself reflecting on/using many of the strategies for both myself and staff including implementing a well-being action plan. Tom's facilitation style was inclusive and open. I contacted Tom after the meeting to explore resources and how to implement these topics within my school and he was extremely helpful. I would recommend him without reservation if you are thinking of developing effective wellbeing strategies with your team in school.”
- Lisa Davis, Headteacher, Victoria Road Primary School
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“Tom, we are just reviewing successes etc from this year and I just wanted to say a huge thank you to you personally for really supporting the school and going above and beyond for us this year.”
- Rick Jump - Headteacher, Locks Heath Infants School
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“Tom introduced a Well-Being day for a whole cohort of Y9 students (360!) and then a toolkit session with quarters of the year group.
It was great, brilliantly planned and very well received by staff and students.
It was fantastic to give them some practical strategies.
He was great to work with and really adaptable, I would highly recommend him. “
- Jennifer Swan, Year Leader and PSHE Lead, Brookfield Community School
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Working with Individuals
“Tom is someone who cuts to the issues and looks at solutions that are meaningful and helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him”
HR Partner
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Tom was someone who I worked with over a number of months. He is someone who cuts to the issues and looks at solutions that are meaningful and helpful. He will equally challenge you and ensure you are doing the work to help yourself. At no time does he “tell you” but helps “guide” and facilitate discussion for you to put the changes in place to help yourself. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him and thanks for your help Tom.
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Tom Cleary was my mentor/tutor whilst I completed training in conjunction with Winchester University. The course was rather challenging and throughout the experience Tom was there to guide and support me.
When I felt overwhelmed or unsure Tom was always available to listen to my concerns or anxieties, no matter how trivial they may have seemed. He always knew the latest research and methodologies and managed to convey these in a way that was accessible and clear.
There were times during the course that I lacked self belief and Tom would always point out the positives in my achievements whilst gently steering me in the right direction.
I left my course with outstanding marks and I believe that Tom’s support enabled me to achieve this.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Tom to anyone looking for fair, empathetic and knowledgeable support.
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From the moment I got in contact with Tom I no longer felt I was alone in my struggles. He always manages to respond quickly to inquiries despite being so busy. Tom is so motivational, kind, and understanding. In one hour he helped me find my wings and I am confident that his skills as a therapist and supervisor will help me to make my dreams of success a reality.
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Tom is a very skilled coach who puts you at ease right from the beginning. I needed help with an anxiety related issue at work that was stopping me from making progress in my career. Tom helped me develop really effective coping strategies that I still use today. Thank you Tom!
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Tom was fantastic with our daughter: he put her at her ease and his experience as a teacher meant that he could explain and use visual aids which she would identify with. He went above and beyond our expectations to give her methods to work on, and recordings which she could take away and use. Her sleep has improved and she is sleepwalking less and less. She enjoyed the sessions and the effects were quick.
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Associate Trainer Reviews
“I would tell anyone looking to use Tom as a trainer that they are making a wise choice and won’t be disappointed!”
Head of Workplace Wellbeing Training
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What is it like to work with Tom? (communication, style, approach)
Tom is exceptionally organised, experienced and above all very friendly and professional whenever we have engaged him with GetZeN work, which always reassures us that any client that books Tom in is in a safe pair of hands - this is really important to us, especially in the field we work in.
What positive impact does working with Tom have on you/your organisation?
Tom's amazing organisational skills and considered approach means he is extremely collaborative with GetZeN regarding the delivery of his curated programmes, when thinking of each individual client's needs. Tom instills huge confidence with us at GetZeN, knowing that he is a brilliant facilitator of any mental health & wellbeing programme and that the recipient will thoroughly them.
How would you rate Tom as a freelance trainer/associate?
Very highly and quite frankly, one of the best.
How would you rate Tom’s technical knowledge of online course creation/delivery?
As Tom's programmes are so well thought out, he always considers how these will be received and the effect of online vs in person. This results in a seamless delivery of programmes where every participant is, we feel, very supported.
How would you describe Tom’s training style/delivery/skills?
We would describe Tom's personal style as laid back, which is lovely as everyone can relate and / or connect with him in a session. His style also means that all content is easily digestible to someone who is not from the mental health & wellbeing field. On top of this, Tom is extremely knowledgeable in his field, so imparts invaluable information and advice. We are always confident that participants will come away with the toolkit that is right for them. Tom is a real mixture of evidence-based + human, which makes his sessions so enjoyable and engaging.
What do you think is Tom’s biggest strength as a trainer and course developer?
Tom's biggest strength is being relatable, hugely professional and an excellent facilitator. All very important when delivering his type of programmes.
What sort of feedback does Tom get when delivering sessions for you?
Always brilliant - my favourite is "we want to keep Tom as our in house wellbeing expert!"
How likely are you to recommend Tom to people looking for a freelance trainer?
100%. Tom is exceptional.
What would you tell someone who is considering working with Tom?
I would tell them that he is one of the best practitioners we have worked with and that they would simply love him and his programmes.
Has anything Tom has done exceeded your expectations in any way?
I would say that Tom always feels like he is part of GetZeN, rather than working for us, which exceeds any expectations - and this is a constant.
Francesca Rogers MBACP (Accred)
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
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From the very first moment I met him, Tom was instantly likeable, open and easy to communicate with. And, through the work he has done for me I have come to learn that he is so much more.
As the owner of a training and coaching business it is important that my associates are conscientious about their work and want to provide as excellent a job for my clients as I do.
I need them to be professional, proactive and communicative so that we can provide the best training.
Tom does all these things and more.
He is flexible and thoroughly attentive to the needs of the job.
From my clients’ perspective, he is warm, expert and encouraging. His style is collaborative and enthusiastic, always trying to get the best from delegates’ participation, whilst never being overly demanding of them.
Tom creates a safe space for learning and exploring. His knowledge is broad which means he’s able to adapt on the spot easily and seamlessly.
Tom has received great feedback from the work he has done for me. I will continue to use him for as long as he would like to work with my organisation.
I’d recommend him to anyone looking for a freelance trainer.
Lori Weber
Managing Director
Perfect Pitch Coaching Ltd
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What is it like to work with Tom? (communication, style, approach)
A pleasure! Communication is key, particularly when we work in such a remote environment. Tom’s communication is always very clear, supportive and ensures that we both understand expectations/outcomes. His style is very calm, professional, and kind (which may be a word people band around a lot, but true kindness is rare). Tom strives to deliver the best possible outcomes for our learners/clients, and he achieves this every time. Tom is methodical in his approach, and I am always reassured that when Tom is delivering a session, even if he is met with challenges, he will ensure learning outcomes are met and fed back to me so that I can share with our clients and our learners remain delighted.
Tom is generous with his time and will happily talk through scenarios so that we can work together to come up with a solution when this is needed, offering new ideas to feed into our processes is helpful to me.
Thank you – you make a challenging role much easier with the support you provide.
What positive impact does working with Tom have on you/your organisation?
I know that our learners are in very safe hands, and I don’t need to “worry” about any sessions Tom is delivering. Working with Tom does often mean I have one less thing to add to my to do list, and that is very much appreciated. Tom is a superb trainer, a real professional and I know the clients he delivers to think highly of his approach, and for a growing business this really does help our reputation.
How would you rate Tom as a freelance trainer/associate?
Excellent, Tom is very flexible and will go above and beyond to support me when trying to meet the needs of our clients/learners. Tom is calm, open to suggestions/feedback and will offer to support me further, often going above and beyond.
How would you rate Tom’s technical knowledge of online course creation/delivery?
Tom’s creation is innovative, thinking outside of the box all the time. He often thinks about things, other associates haven’t considered, and I love that he makes me think about things in a different way. Tom’s delivery is excellent, I would love to attend his training if it were offered to me – the creation of the courses he has personally designed are very well thought through and developed in a professional way.
How would you describe Tom’s training style/delivery/skills?
Tom oozes professionalism but with a real element of calm, learners often feed back that they felt it was an open and safe forum when attending his deliveries. Tom has patience with learners who request additional support or clarification, often extending a session to ensure any misconceptions are resolved. Thorough in his approach, Tom will adapt the delivery/style depending on the needs of the training group at the time whilst ensuring learning outcomes are met. Tom is honest with learners, which really puts them at ease, sharing his own lived experience with them, which is commendable. Tom isn’t afraid to make changes so that learning continues to be the best it possible can be. He is up to date on content, current topics and creating training to meet those needs.
What sort of feedback does Tom get when delivering sessions for you?
Tom always receives extremely positive feedback, scoring Excellent in all deliveries. Previous learners have thanked him for his professionalism, encouragement, kindness, and patience. Many comments on how effectively he explains things, in a way that has helped them truly understand context.
How likely are you to recommend Tom to people looking for a freelance trainer?
Without a doubt, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Tom to any organisation looking for a freelance trainer who genuinely is passionate about the training you deliver.
What would you tell someone who is considering working with Tom?
They wont regret it and will be back for more! Tom is a highly effective and passionate trainer, confident in the subject matter he creates and deliver. Anyone working with him will have a first-class experience.
Has anything Tom has done exceeded your expectations in any way?
Several things – as an Associate, he doesn’t need to take time out in his busy schedule to support me, but he often does, and it is very much appreciated. Offering additional sessions with learners who may have found the assessment challenging, helping us ascertain why that was and if we can do more to support them at that time. I know those learners appreciated it and the client impressed with how he has gone above and beyond to support their colleagues.
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Tom has worked with us for over 3 years and is great to work with; a flexible approach and open communication ensures good understanding and timely results.
His training delivery is very professional whilst being personable and putting everyone at ease.
Tom brings his knowledge and experience and often a new way of looking at things. For me it’s great to have someone to work with who I can have confidence in.
He is really professional but with a very personable style that puts attendees at ease. He also has very good technical knowledge and creative course creation
His biggest strength is solid knowledge combined with an engaging style to get attendees invested and he gets feedback like this:
- Tom was so great! Please do share this feedback with him, it was the best workshop I've attended for ages!
- Tom Cleary was a really brilliant trainer- really engaging and knowledgeable, and generous with disclosing his own experiences.
- Keep trail blazing please!
I would tell anyone looking to use Tom as a trainer that they are making a wise choice and won’t be disappointed!
- Mandy Wiltshire, Head of Workplace Wellbeing Training at Solent Mind