About Coaching
Lika Petitt is a coaching psychologist who helps individuals create purposeful, sustainable, and fulfilling change in their lives and careers. She combines a deep clinical understanding of health psychology and neuroscience with extensive experience advising individuals in the financial services industry.
As Co-Founder of First Point Partners, a private equity search boutique, Lika has spent over a decade placing talent into leading funds across Europe. Over the course of her career she has evaluated over 3,000 candidates across investment banking, consulting, accounting and private equity, giving her a unique perspective on the behaviours and mindsets that underpin long-term success in competitive environments.
In her practice, Lika addresses brain health and cognitive behavioural patterns while also exploring how the ways we connect with others and process our emotions influence both performance and well-being. Clients often find themselves:
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Gaining clarity and direction when life or career choices feel overwhelming.
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Breaking free from unhelpful patterns such as overthinking, procrastination, or self-doubt.
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Building confidence and self esteem to step into new roles or opportunities.
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Reconnecting with motivation and energy to replace autopilot with a renewed sense of purpose.
Lika holds an MSc in Neuroscience & Psychology of Mental Health from the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience at King's College and an MSc in Psychology from Birkbeck, University of London. She is accredited by the British Psychological Society and undergoing accreditation with the International Coaching Federation.
What's been weighing on your mind lately?
Perhaps it’s a decision you’ve been avoiding, a challenge that feels overwhelming or simply the gnawing sense that something needs to change but you're not sure what.
Do you feel restless but stuck, unsure where to funnel your energy?
Maybe you are constantly on edge, irritated at little things, frustrated at the world, frustrated at yourself...procrastinating and still stuck in a loop of restless dissatisfaction.
Or numb and disconnected?
You have all the external markers of success, you should feel great but actually you struggle to feel much of anything at all. So you chase dopamine highs; pack your calendar with new adventures, fill your mornings with intense workouts but the emptiness remains.
Are you happy?
Sometimes you wonder is this really it? You keep going to work, running on caffeine and autopilot rather than genuine energy. You want to feel more alive, yet your emotions are muted and distant, difficult to access. It's as if something vital has gone quiet inside you.
How We Work Together
Safe Space
A confidential, judgment-free environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and goals transparently supported by compassionate, non-judgemental listening.
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Holistic Approach
Bringing together mental, physical and emotional aspects of life to help you create balance and thrive both personally and professionally.
Ongoing Support
Continued accountability, encouragement, and adjustments to strategies as your needs and goals evolve. Insight is important, but integration is where the real work begins.
*Sessions are typically conducted online, for face to face sessions please enquire directly as there is limited availability in London.
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Years in the European financial services industry including working in investor relations, origination and founding a private equity executive search boutique 2020.
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Master’s degrees in psychology and neuroscience, bringing a deep understanding of how the mind and body influence mental health, chronic inflammation and physical wellbeing. Accredited by the British Psychological Society demonstrating extensive psychology training, ethical accountability and evidence-based practice.
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In-depth candidate assessments conducted across all levels of seniority within investment banking, consulting, accounting and investment roles, providing a comprehensive understanding of talent, potential and performance.
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Hours of coaching experience and currently qualifying with the International Coaching Federation reflecting a commitment to high ethical standards, mentoring and continued supervision.
“With Lika, you feel seen and understood on a profound level. Her incisive questions quickly get to the core of the issue, while she balances empathy with structure and intuition with analysis. Even when exploring deeper topics, she has a lightness to her approach.'
Director
Private Equity Firm
“Lika helped me tremendously during a very difficult period in my life. Her support and insight helped me address my mental health and provide perspective. Her ability to analyse my emotions with such accuracy is really a skill.”
Founder
MedTech Platform