Dr Hayley Lewis
Hi there! My name is Hayley and I’m the founder of HALO Psychology.
HALO Psychology is a consultancy focused on helping managers be more confident and capable. I help organisations develop excellent managers.
I use my deep expertise in the field of organisational psychology, combined with first-hand experience of leading successful multi-million pound services, to help people like you create amazing workplaces, teams and careers where you can shine.
I’m a chartered psychologist in two fields (coaching psychology and occupational psychology). I often joke that I hold dual-citizenship with the British Psychological Society! I’m also a HCPC Registered occupational psychologist and EMCC certified coach.
I use an evidence-based, strengths-focused and collaborative approach in all my work. This positive approach is really important to me as it’s the thing I’ve found in my almost 30-year career, that can make the difference in moving to a bright, shining new world.
I’m known for getting things done and for being a trouble-shooter.
My ability to cut through all the noise and quickly get to the heart of what is going on is one of the things that others have said sets me apart. There’s no messing about if you work with me. We’ll be focused on achieving whatever it is you want to achieve but don’t worry… we’ll have some fun too!
Indeed, “laser focused” is a term that’s been used by many of my colleagues over the years when talking about my strengths. This is why I had so many brilliant opportunities to lead and transform different types of services, from customer services, to strategic ICT, to communications and digital transformation. You can check out my LinkedIn profile if you want more detail.
I’m a cross between a high-beam torch, a guardian angel and a mountain guide
I’m regularly approached by managers facing tough problems in the workplace. My experience means I can help shine a light through the darkness, to help you create a map to develop your skills and build your confidence across a range of management and leadership issues.
Unlike some psychologists, I’ve been in various management and leadership roles, leading high pressure multi-million pound services. In other words, I’ve walked the beaten path you’re on and I can share my tried-and-tested psychological tools (along with my own battle scars) to help you. Ultimately, you’ll feel less alone and more hopeful about the future.
I have a successful blend of academic rigour and real-world experience.
I’ve used my training as an occupational psychologist in the various leadership roles I’ve held and as a result, I’ve had plenty of first-hand experience of applying psychological theory to a variety of real-life situations.
I’ve been a guest lecturer at several UK universities on Masters programmes in Organisational and Business Psychology. In my lectures I weave in my experience of leading operational services to bring psychological theory to life. My specialist topics are leadership and management behaviour and organisational change.
HALO Psychology is focused on and fascinated by the factors that enable people to thrive
And ultimately, this is the foundation to all that my business, HALO Psychology, delivers.
Whether that’s with individuals, through coaching; working with teams; or supporting organisations to become the best places to work.
I’m also BIG on sharing as much as possible for FREE. I know that not everyone can afford coaching or consultancy which is why on this website you’ll find free downloadable e-books, sketchnotes, blog posts, checklists and the link to my You Tube channel.
And if you’re still not sure about working with me, read on to find out about my credentials.
Qualifications
Postgraduate Certificate of Advanced Study, Coaching Supervision (Oxford Brookes)
This intensive programme developed my skills as a coach supervisor. At the end of the programme, I had to produce a 3000-word paper clarifying my supervision philosophy, principles, and practice. Successful completion meant I joined the EMCC’s register of qualified coach supervisors.
Professional Doctorate in Occupational Psychology – DOccPsych (Birkbeck)
My doctoral research focused on female business owners with coaching and training businesses, and the psychological factors that enabled them to successfully navigate and survive the start-up phase.
MSc in Organizational Behaviour (City St George’s)
In this Masters program I learned about organisational change, learning and training design, psychological assessment, employee motivation, and health and safety at work. My dissertation, I measured the predictive validity of a women’s leadership development programme at the BBC.
Licences and certifications
Chartered psychologist – British Psychological Society
Registered occupational psychologist – Health and Care Professions Council
Certified principal business psychologist – The Association for Business Psychology
Fellow – Association for Coaching
Senior coach practitioner – European Mentoring and Coaching Council
Global coach mentor/supervisor – European Mentoring and Coaching Council
Hogan Personality Inventory – Hogan Assessments
Occupational Personality Questionnaire (OPQ) – Saville Assessment
Awards
Finalist in the Speaker of the Year at the Women’s Business Awards 2024.
Identified as one of the 5 top HR leaders to follow in 2023, by Natural HR.
No. 13 in the Most Influential Thinkers in HR 2022, curated by HR Magazine.
No. 21 in the Most Influential Thinkers in HR 2021, curated by HR Magazine.
Finalist at the Association of Business Psychology Awards 2019 in the Excellence in Engagement and Employee Experience category.
Finalist (individual) at the Digital Leaders 100 Awards 2015 in the ‘Public Figure of the Year’ – ranked number 8 in the top 10 of digital leaders in the UK.