Organisation Consulting: Systems Psychodynamic
Systems Thinking and Leadership Development Specialist
How we work
Organisation Consulting for the Individual, Teams and Organisation
Whether you seek insight into current complexities or wish to understand recurring patterns—whether in yourself or a colleague—we can support you. Together, we uncover what is really happening, enabling you to build on your strengths while becoming aware of how your behaviour impacts others, as well as how others influence you.
If you’re entering a new phase in your role or career, or if your organisation is undergoing change, Prism offers a safe and confidential space to explore your work. This process helps you develop greater awareness of your thoughts and feelings and what these reveal about your organisation, your teams, and the wider system.
All Prism associates are highly qualified and experienced in leadership development. Our principal consultants are trained in the Tavistock Tradition of Systems Psychodynamics, integrating psychoanalysis, psychodynamics, social anthropology, complexity theory, action research, open systems theory, systems thinking, and socio-technical systems (STS). This comprehensive approach aligns with the evolving landscape of leadership development.
We also offer a dedicated solutions site called System-Synergy - please take a look here
How do we consult?
Executive Coaching | Organisational Role Analysis | Professional Mentoring | Team & Organisational Consulting
With advanced training in Organisational Consulting and Systems Psychodynamics (MA) from the world-renowned Tavistock Institute, you can be confident that your time is well spent in a safe and trusted space—for you, your team, and your organisation.
We take a whole-organisation perspective, always mindful of the wider system and the often unseen dynamics beneath the surface—the unconscious forces that influence behaviour and culture. Our approach uses whole systems thinking to understand what is really going on at work, enabling deep insight and sustainable change.
Prism consultants are passionate about their work, intrigued by the complexities of interconnected systems, and dedicated to understanding what each client brings to the table. We stay actively engaged with current developments by regularly attending events relevant to our clients’ sectors.
Sarah Phillips, a member of the International Society for the Psychoanalytic Study of Organisations (ISPSO), offers executive coaching through Organisational Role Analysis. As a transformation specialist, she works with individuals, teams, and whole systems to enable meaningful and lasting development.
Who and what do we work with?
Who and What Do We Work With?
We partner with leaders, managers, and professionals who are new to their roles, navigating organisational transformation, or facing system-wide challenges and crises. Our clients are those committed to unlocking their own potential and that of their teams, envisioning a positive and realistic future.
We operate globally, offering flexible diary access tailored to different time zones — simply ask to arrange a time that suits you.
Our clients come from a diverse range of sectors and specialisms, including integrated care systems, marketing, health and social care, education, law, IT, entrepreneurship, the creative industries, and public life.
We also undertake specialist projects supporting leaders in conflict zones such as Afghanistan and Syria, focusing on themes like global leadership, women’s workplace empowerment, career re-entry, retirement transitions, bullying, scapegoating, empathetic leadership among men, and resilience through trauma.
Our services include formal mentorship, supervision, and mentoring for students engaged in leadership training. Clients come from all backgrounds — both followers and leaders — often referred through word of mouth, organisational role analysis projects, or trusted partnerships.
We collaborate with colleagues and partners to deliver whole-system and organisational development initiatives, ensuring comprehensive impact.
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Sarah Phillip's company VeinTrain won a showcase in 2018 for her own innovation which has taken a specialist wicked problem and found a solution. What was once only possible on dreict delivery is now available globally to all, combatting the problem of high failure rates in these much needed skills. Recently moving into population health to understand the prevalence of disease in war zones and vulnerable parts of our world.
Incredible to be part of the WISH community
WISH forges connections and help build action-oriented communities that work together to address the most pressing global health challenges.
Gathering the world’s leading experts and decision makers, and work with them to create and disseminate world-class, evidence-based content.
News:
Sarah Phillips had a two year contract at the Integrated Care Board In Nottingham and Nottinghamshire starting as Culture and Improvement Lead and then Talent and Leadership Subject Matter Expert. This exciting role was at the inception of Integrated Care System of 70,000 colleagues. She worked with the whole system to enable transformation working on multiple projects, with mulitple partners and sectors. She led on the co-design of the Talent and Leadership Strategy, and intiatives in leadership development and organisational design. Innovation Challenge, presented nationally, Coaching Faculty and offer, exemplar hub and much more - you can read it here
If you are interested in solutions and packages for system innovation and whole system working please visit this dedicated site which has associates who specialise in Improvement, Organisational Development, transformation and System Innovation
News:
On Tuesday 25 May 2025, VeinTrain was honoured with an invitation to the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace – a symbolic recognition of our journey, values, and contribution to British innovation and international trade.
This honour came via nomination from the Department for Business and Trade for Sarah Phillips innovation and transformation work in healthcare for the VeinTrainer. The systems leadership has been a key part of the success of this work. Pictured: The Rt Hon Jonathan Reynolds MP, Secretary of State for Business and Trade. Sarah spoke about the importance of strong leadership and infrastructure in enabling organisations like ours to thrive beyond UK borders and share the best of what we have, globally.
The Prism Effect
Together we make use of the Prism capacity;a safe space to notice what is entering, outside while exploring what is within. A new understanding emerges, colourful - both positive and negative. This third position thinking, stays with you,so as new challenges and opportunities arise you are in a stronger position.