Meet Nova Locks - Performance Coach
Hello, I'm Nova
Helping you break free from anxiety, stress, trauma and pain: fast and effectively
With tools like Havening Techniques and NLP, I help my clients achieve lasting emotional freedom and profound transformation. Many experience, life-changing results in just one session, breaking free from the emotional weight of their past.
But this isn't just a job for me, it's personal. Having resolved my own trauma through these techniques, I know firsthand how powerful they can be. That's why I’m deeply passionate about helping you do the same.
My mission is to help you break free from anxiety, stress, trauma, and pain, to find relief, rediscover calm, confidence, and control, so you can live with freedom and thrive in every area of your life.
My journey: from rock bottom to your freedom
From corporate success to personal crisis.
For 13 years, I thrived as a successful Program Manager, leading large-scale strategic programs for a technology company. But in early 2020, my life took an unexpected turn. A traumatic experience at the hospital with my mother left me feeling stressed, helpless, and in despair. Not long after, my youngest sister passed away from metastatic breast cancer during the height of Covid. The grief was overwhelming, and as my marriage broke down and ended in divorce, I found myself at rock bottom- physically, emotionally, and mentally.
The leap that changed everything
In the midst of this turmoil, I decided to challenge myself with a tandem skydive for Macmillan Cancer Support. That leap wasn’t just about raising money, it was about finding strength in the face of adversity. It sparked something inside me- a fascination with the power of the mind and its ability to overcome even the darkest moments. I realised I was meant for something different, something more meaningful. That’s when I stumbled across a hypnotherapy course, and for the first time in a long time, it felt like the right path.
Finding my calling through Havening Techniques
In September 2023, I took my first step into this new world by enrolling in the course and signing up for my first marathon with Breast Cancer Now. During my hypnotherapy training, I discovered Havening Techniques through Paul McKenna. I’ll never forget the moment I resolved a spider phobia in under 10 minutes- it was like a lightbulb went off. I knew I had to learn more.
Helping others heal, find freedom & thrive
By February 2024, I was fully immersed in Havening Techniques training, captivated by the neuroscience behind it. The results were extraordinary- helping people recover from trauma, find relief from anxiety, and even support cancer patients. The impact was so profound that I knew this was my calling. I wasn’t just learning a technique, I was discovering my purpose.
Since then, I’ve dedicated myself to mastering these tools and helping others transform their lives. I’ve earned certifications as a Hypnotherapist (Jan 2024), NLP Practitioner (May 2024), Havening Techniques Practitioner (Aug 2024) and then NLP Master Practitioner (February 2025). I’ve continued to push my own limits- most recently completing the 2025 TCS London Marathon for Breast Cancer Now in challenging heat.
Here's what I believe: just because you’ve experienced pain or trauma, it doesn’t have to define your life. There’s a gentle, fast, and effective way to heal emotional distress, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way. If I can rebuild my life after everything I’ve been through, so can you.
Ready to leave anxiety, stress, trauma and pain behind?
Real people. Real results. Your success story starts here.
" My sleep has Improved "
" Having tried numerous therapies for a long standing issue, Havening was like nothing I had before. Since that time, my symptoms have lessened in severity, my sleep has improved and my nervous system is operating at a much lower level. "
- Mel
" Nothing short of remarkable "
" I experienced a fall which resulted in a multiple ankle fracture. After extensive recovery whilst I regained my pre-accident mobility, I continued to feel anxious when navigating stairs. After Havening, the results have been nothing short of remarkable. My nervousness and anxiety had dissipated, and I began to feel like my old self again. "
- Hana
" Highly recommend this "
" Nova is very knowledgeable and professional. I felt very comfortable with her and she helped me resolve a very painful past event. I would definitely work with Nova again and highly recommend her to anyone! "
- Emily
Some fun facts about me...
I was absolutely terrified at the thought of jumping out of a plane- but I took the leap (literally!) and raised vital funds for Macmillan Cancer Support.
Ollie, my blind cat, sees the world in his own amazing way- and I feel lucky to share it with him.
My first marathon was completed on legs that were basically broken- but it was worth every ache for Breast Cancer Now.
I’m passionate about sport and a long-time supporter of Tottenham Hotspur- which means I’ve built resilience, patience, and a healthy sense of humour!
I’m dedicated to staying fit, especially through BoxFit, and I’m already setting my sights on my next challenge.
Yes, I’m officially a Guinness World Record holder for the 2025 TCS London Marathon! It was hot, but I beat the heat with firehoses, ice cups, and every shower I could run through- all for a great cause.
Ready to take the first step toward transformation? Let’s work together.
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