WHAT IS COACHING?
The field of coaching has grown dramatically in recent years because it provides a powerful structure for helping people change their lives. Imagine having a skilled guide who is dedicated to your vision of success. This is the job of a personal coach. A coach helps people move from where they currently are to where they most want to be. A coach helps people set goals and do what it takes to attain them.
Have you ever . . .
• wanted your life to be better in some important way but haven't known where to start?
• set your heart on an important goal but lacked focus, skills or the confidence to follow through?
• felt like you had no time to stop and enjoy your life?
• thought it was impossible to turn your hidden dreams into reality?
These are the types of challenges that call for an experienced coach. A coaching relationship will surprise you with how quickly it can create new-found motivation and momentum in your life.
WHAT RESULTS CAN I EXPECT FROM A COACH?
Some of the most important results may include:
•.....You set aside time to reflect on your priorities with an experienced listener;
•.....You awaken old interests, passions, yearnings and forgotten strengths;
•.....You learn about the stages of change and to recognize the stage you are in;
•.....You craft action plans to achieve goals that reflect your deeply-held values;
•.....You get clear on what moves you forward and what stops your momentum;
•.....You learn skills to overcome fear, procrastination and other obstacles in your path;
•.....You gain tools for creating order, balance and pleasure in your life.
WHAT TYPE OF GOALS ARE ADDRESSED?
Your goals may be small or large in scope and found in all realms of your life including:
• .....Time Management and Home Organization
• .....Work, Parenting and Relationships
• .....Health, Fun and Spirituality
• .....Transitions and Personal Growth
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•.....Self-Care, Adventure and Creative Pursuits
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• Coping with a Chronic Medical Condition and other Challenges
HOW DOES COACHING WORK?
Coaching sessions are tailored to your individual preferences. Sessions can take place in the coach's office, by telephone or a combination of both. Telephone coaching for 30-45 minute sessions has become popular because it allows you to receive coaching wherever is most convenient for you - at home, the office or the park. Appointment times are scheduled on a weekly or every-other-week basis and contracted for one month at a time. Coaching may be brief to work on a specific goal or may last over a longer period of time as several issues are addressed. Clients are encouraged to try coaching for a trial number of meetings to see if it works for them. A current fee schedule is available upon request.
HOW IS COACHING DIFFERENT FROM PSYCHOTHERAPY?
Coaching is about change but it is not psychotherapy; it has a more forward-looking, goal-oriented focus and rhythm. However, separate coaching can be a useful adjunct to therapy. It is important to discuss with a prospective coach your needs and desires in order to assess what would be in your best interest.
HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF COACHING IS RIGHT FOR ME?
I offer you a complimentary, 15 minute phone session to help you explore if coaching is right for you.
Just call 925.939.4554 to set up a convenient time to talk.
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