Meet Lee

My Values

  • Curiosity is the key that unlocks everything else. All growth and learning starts with curiosity.
  • Empathy builds connection and understanding, and makes strong relationships possible.
  • Trust is foundational - essential for tackling those challenging conversations and doing the hard mahi.
A picture of Lee from a distance away, stood in native bush, looking up at the trees

About me

I am a certified coach with the New Zealand Institute of Coaching, who are accredited by the ICF, and I have over a decade of experience mentoring designers and coaching creatives in a professional capacity. I am currently studying my Masters in Creative Arts Therapy (Clinical), and on the path to becoming a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist as of 2025, and have recently completed specific training on Empowering Autistic Clients - Neuro-affirming Lived Experience informed Autism Training.

My unique background, coaching skillset and professional experience allows me to venture with my clients throughout their entire journey, helping them truly understand the how and the why behind where they currently are, and empowering them as they design and implement a realistic, achievable plan to get to where they want to be.

image of Anna, the author of the testimonial below
"Lee is a fantastic coach! When I am in a session with Lee, I feel fully supported, seen, and heard. He always seems to understand the bigger picture, even when I'm not sure of it myself! I feel forward momentum when I work with Lee, and he shows up with authenticity, humour, curiosity, and compassion"
Sandra - Mindfullness, Meditation and Yoga Teacher

Lets kōrero

Reaching out or asking for help can often feel impossible, and so I've tried to make it super simple to get started.

The easiest way to get in touch is to send me a message. Or, if you're feeling brave and ready to get going, you can go ahead and book a free, 30 minute intro session right now. During those 30 minutes, we can talk through what is going on for you, what you'd like from our sessions, and we can see if we might be a good fit. No obligation, no pressure, and no charge.

Or, if you'd prefer, you can drop me an email at lee@leeyoung.co.nz and i'll get back to you as soon as I can.