Dr. Katere Adeseko – Transforming Wellbeing Through Positive Psychology

I'm Dr. Kati Adeseko, an Applied Psychologist and founder of Positive Psychology for Life. I design hands-on wellbeing and leadership programmes that blend mental health, personal growth, and practical tools, so that meaningful change not only happens, but lasts.

As a former Senior Lecturer and current Doctorate Supervisor in Occupational Psychology at Birkbeck, University of London, I guide the next generation of psychologists to apply empathy and innovation in real-world settings. Outside of academia, I’ve worked with global brands including Uber, Disney, Diageo, SCB, Lendlease, Entain, and the Maples Group, and contributed to Unmind’s digital mental health platform, helping organisations foster cultures of resilience, psychological safety, and genuine connection.

Whether I’m running leadership workshops, facilitating parenting sessions, delivering school-based wellbeing programmes, or offering 1:1 support, my approach is always evidence-based, human-centred, and grounded in the realities of everyday life.

Why does this matter? Because I’ve lived it. As a psychologist, business owner, and mother, I understand the tightrope of modern life. I know what it takes to turn stress into strength, self-doubt into self-belief, and daily pressures into lasting growth. Fluent in English, German, and Farsi, I work with diverse communities and bring warmth, cultural sensitivity, and psychological safety to every space, so people feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

At PPFL, wellbeing isn’t a buzzword, it’s a way of being. Let’s make it part of your everyday to live a more fulfilled life professionally and personally.

Our Approach

Mental health is as universal as physical health - everyone has it, and everyone benefits from caring for it.

“Positive Psychology is the scientific study of human flourishing, and an applied approach to optimal functioning. It has also been defined as the study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals, communities, and organizations to thrive.” - Positive Psychology Institute

At Positive Psychology for Life, we combine science-backed methods with a deeply human, whole-person perspective. Whether we’re working with leaders, teams, parents, or individuals, our approach is grounded in evidence and tailored to real-life needs.

We draw on the foundations of Evidence-Based Positive Psychology and the vital role of Emotional Intelligence, including emotional awareness, regulation, and empathy. Our work integrates well-established models such as PERMA, Psychological Capital (PsyCap), Self-Determination Theory (SDT), Broaden-and-Build Theory, Flow Theory, and the Character Strengths & Virtues framework. These tools help build resilience, enhance engagement, and drive sustainable high performance through wellbeing.

Tailored to Your World
- Every workshop, webinar, or 1:1 mentoring session is thoughtfully adapted to your culture, goals, and challenges, never off-the-shelf.
Empowering Through Practical Tools.
- We translate theory into everyday action: emotion‑regulation strategies, strength‑spotting, job‑crafting techniques, mindful self‑care rituals, and more.
Championing Authentic Connection.
- Our facilitation is rooted in empathy, psychological safety, and positive energy, creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and inspired to grow.
Sustainable Impact
- From quick wins to deep transformation, we embed follow-up practices, peer accountability, and measurement so new habits stick and benefits multiply over time.

When professional expertise meets person‑centred care, you don’t just feel better - you flourish. personally, professionally, and collectively.

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Kati delivered an extremely engaging and impactful training session that encouraged us to reconnect with the core principles of healthy living, presence and self-care - critical foundations for effective leadership that we often neglect when the pressure is on! Her session provided insights on topics such as stress management and emotional intelligence and was thoughtfully designed, interactive and accessible to all participants. Thanks so much Kati – I hope that I have the opportunity to learn from you again in the future.

Head of Admissions Services, UniQuest