James Lawton - Your coach and Headway success partner

Hi I'm James, I've been coaching people to live their best lives for over 20 years. By combining positive psychology tools, life coaching, NLP, hypnosis and accountability partnering, I help clients make headway in getting from where they are now to where they want to be.

Get in the zone, stay in the zone, make headway.

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Unlock Your Potential with Headway Coaching

With formal qualifications in coaching and hypnotherapy, along with over 20 years of experience working in education and training, I’ve developed Headway—a transformative system designed to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

For over 20 years, I’ve explored powerful tools that break through limitations—whether in mindset, habits, or deep-rooted patterns. These approaches have helped me overcome challenges, and step fully into a life I love.

Now, my mission is to guide you to do the same. Through coaching and hypnosis, we’ll tap into the power of your mind to create lasting change and align your life with your values to unlock your true potential.

Common Focus Areas:

Breaking through limiting beliefs

Values identification, goal setting and alignment

Creating balance in life

Navigating change and building resilience

Past trauma release

Improving health and vitality

Helping you make headway toward a life that truly fulfills you.

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Why Me?

I bring a unique blend of science, psychology, and personal transformation to my coaching. With over 20 years as a physics teacher, my career began by exploring the mysteries of the outer universe—but over time, my focus shifted inward. My journey of self-discovery led me to study life coaching, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and hypnotherapy, uncovering the deep connections between the mind, behavior, and personal growth.

Alongside my work as a Physics teacher and CAS Coordinator in the IB Diploma Program, I help people align their goals and actions with their values—a principle that is vital for adults navigating life’s transitions.

With a scientific mindset and a heart for transformation, I integrate evidence-based techniques with intuitive coaching to help you break through limitations, rewire subconscious patterns, and step fully into your potential.

Why work with me?

✔ A balance of logic and intuition – blending analytical thinking with deep inner work
✔ A lifelong learner – constantly researching the best tools for personal growth
✔ Practical, results-driven approach – grounded in both science and experience
✔ A passion for helping others evolve – because I’ve walked this path myself

Let’s work together to create real, lasting change in your life. Are you ready to take the next step?

The headway system helps me navigate life's challenges with clarity and confidence. Highly recommended for ongoing personal growth!

Sarah T.

A page from a book titled 'Aftermath of Buying' focuses on mastering one's mindset. The text advises taking time to meditate, surround yourself with wisdom and understanding, and avoid distractions. It emphasizes setting goals and thriving instead of just surviving.
A page from a book titled 'Aftermath of Buying' focuses on mastering one's mindset. The text advises taking time to meditate, surround yourself with wisdom and understanding, and avoid distractions. It emphasizes setting goals and thriving instead of just surviving.

Working with James has transformed my mindset and goal-setting approach. Truly life-changing experience!

Mark R.

A top view of a notebook open to a page with the headings 'The Weekly Worksheet,' 'Roles,' and 'Goals' written at the top. Each column lists aspects like spiritual, physical, mental, and social/emotional, along with a central note 'Sharpen the Saw.' A pen rests diagonally across the page. Next to the notebook is the book 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen R. Covey, placed on a textured gray surface.
A top view of a notebook open to a page with the headings 'The Weekly Worksheet,' 'Roles,' and 'Goals' written at the top. Each column lists aspects like spiritual, physical, mental, and social/emotional, along with a central note 'Sharpen the Saw.' A pen rests diagonally across the page. Next to the notebook is the book 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' by Stephen R. Covey, placed on a textured gray surface.
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PROGRESS IS A STATE OF MIND

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