Completing a PhD is about much more than knowing how to research. You have to manage an enormous, complex project while learning how to think, write and work like a researcher—and it's easy to get stuck along the way.

I'm Lisa, a PhD researcher, academic educator and thesis coach with more than 14 years' research experience and 13 years' experience in university teaching and academic skills development.

I created Spark Thesis Coaching because I know that sometimes what you need isn't another generic productivity tip. You need someone who understands academic writing, can help you untangle your thinking, and can turn an overwhelming thesis into a series of manageable next steps.

I'm not a productivity influencer who happens to coach PhD students. I'm an experienced researcher and academic educator who understands how theses actually get written.