Bibi Farnham

About me

Hello, I’m Bibi. I believe that sometimes we simply need a safe space to pause, be heard, reconnect with ourselves and find a healthier way forward. With more than 25 years of experience in counselling, coaching, training and personal development, combined with eight years of living and working onboard cruise ships, I bring both professional expertise and real-world experience to… ›››

Hello, I’m Bibi. I believe that sometimes we simply need a safe space to pause, be heard, reconnect with ourselves and find a healthier way forward. With more than 25 years of experience in counselling, coaching, training and personal development, combined with eight years of living and working onboard cruise ships, I bring both professional expertise and real-world experience to my work. My time at sea has given me a unique understanding of the realities seafarers face. Long working hours, multicultural environments, extended periods away from family, relationship pressures, fatigue and living where you work can all affect emotional and personal wellbeing. I understand these challenges not only as a counsellor, but because I have lived the shipboard experience myself. My approach is grounded in Positive Psychology and person-centred, strengths-based wellness counselling. I focus not only on what is difficult, but also on what is strong. Together, we explore your strengths, resilience, relationships, choices and the practical changes that can help you create greater balance and wellbeing. Depending on your individual needs, I may incorporate EFT/Tapping, creative and art-based approaches, reflective techniques, elements from my years as a Journey Practitioner, and my experience as an accredited Relationship Coach. Throughout my career, I have worked with people from remarkably diverse backgrounds and in challenging circumstances. This includes counselling male offenders convicted of sexual offences within correctional services, supporting individuals experiencing addiction and eating-related challenges, and contributing to humanitarian initiatives supporting vulnerable communities. These experiences reinforced one of my strongest beliefs: Every person has a story, and meaningful change becomes possible when people feel seen, heard and supported without judgement. Beyond counselling, I am an experienced international trainer, facilitator and presenter, having worked with individuals, organisations and groups across more than 30 countries. My style combines warmth, energy, authenticity and directness while remaining sensitive to the individual and their needs. I am also the author of Take Off Your Mask, reflecting my passion for helping people look beyond the roles they play, reconnect with who they truly are and recognise their potential. Whether you are a seafarer searching for balance, an individual navigating change, or a couple wanting to reconnect, my role is not to fix you or tell you how to live your life. I am here to see the person, hear the story, recognise the strengths, and support meaningful change. ‹‹‹