In its essence, life coaching is a professional relationship designed to inspire clients to maximize their personal and professional potential. As a trained life coach, I help my clients by providing an objective and unjudgemental space for them to:

 

• broaden their sense of what is possible in their lives
• get clear on their life purpose and values
• create a powerful vision that propels them forward
• develop the confidence to produce lasting change
• set goals that align with their purpose
• practice accountability and consistent productivity

Like other types of life coaching, life purpose coaching focuses on the whole person. This means your work/career, relationships/ family life, as well as daily lifestyle/ habits are all part of our conversations.

What makes life purpose coaching distinct is that it really centers the power of a clearly defined purpose. Each client will have a unique journey of arriving at their purpose, however. Some may have immediate circumstances that need addressing; others might be able to get started on exploring their purpose right away.

Additionally, each coach brings a unique background and training that makes their coaching style different from others. My coaching is through a multicultured lens that uplifts minority experiences and centers their wisdom as being the leading experts in their own lives.

Finally, my formal training as a coach is through the Core Energy Coaching model, which focuses on creating shifts in the external world by focusing on the internal obstacles. As an Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, I believe in the power of energy in influencing our actions. As Einstein said, “everything is energy,” and that’s a principle that informs how I approach my work as a coach.

Though there are potential overlaps, coaching differs from therapy primarily in that it focuses on specific outcomes and measurable results. Structure and accountability are an integral part of the coaching process, and sessions typically begin with a specific goal and end with a clear assignment. Traditional therapy and counseling primarily focus on diagnosing and treating psychological disorders or emotional difficulties. The goal of therapy is typically emotional wellbeing and healthier functioning, whereas the goal of life coaching is achieving a specific outcome. For those reasons, you will find that most life coaching is not intended to be done over a long period of time but rather through time-bound contracts (usually between 3-12 months to allow for a core transformation).

No two coaches or therapists work in the same way, so it’s always best practice to do your research and ask questions before determining what would be the best fit for you. It’s not uncommon for clients to be working with both therapists and coaches, but to ensure the approaches don’t interfere with each other just make sure to communicate this to your coach and therapist.

In addition to my formal training in the science of human behavior and psychology, I am a Certified Professional Coach and Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner. My coach training was through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching, which is accredited by the International Coach Federation (and even the National Association of Social Workers, among others). Since starting the program, I have completed over 200 hours of training and practice as a coach specializing in life purpose.

 

For the past six years, I have worked in psychology and applied-psychology research. My research work involved positive psychology (forgiveness, humility, and relationships), multicultural health psychology (family dynamics and personal strengths), and ADHD interventions. Before transitioning as a full-time coach,  I used my applied psychology research skills as a Project Manager working with some of the largest brands in the world, including Herbal Essences, Nintendo, Citi Bank, and Old Spice.

 

Beyond resume experience and the tens of thousands of dollars I’ve invested in my own growth, what I bring to my clients is a deep belief in their potential and a radical sense of empathy. My coaching style is to empower my clients to feel increasingly confident in their ability to change their own lives. And when I encounter clients that could benefit more from a mental health professional or different coach, I don’t hesitate to refer them to someone else.

To make coaching accessible to those who are serious about their personal growth, we currently offer a sliding scale model that allows clients to afford the transformation they are seeking. Coaching is typically an expensive investment because it’s life-changing and tailored to fit each client’s needs and circumstances, so this isn’t to suggest that a sliding scale model means it would be “cheap.”

Since I offer unlimited email and texting support between sessions, I use a monthly payment system. You can expect to pay anywhere between $100-$700 per month depending on your circumstances.

The initial consultation is the best place to have a conversation about prices, so go ahead and schedule a call now (no strings attached).

Excellent question! To offset travel time and increase accessibility, our sessions typically take place over the phone or via video conference. In some cases, in-person sessions would make the most sense. You will have a chance to explore these options during the initial free consultation. 

Depending on the needs and schedule of the client, you can expect 2-4 sessions every month (weekly or bi-weeky) with each session lasting approximately 1 hour.

For a significant shift to occur in the client’s thinking, we recommend at least 3 months of coaching.