According to a study by McKenna and Davis, 2009, successful outcomes in therapeutic relationships result from:

• 30% Client-Coach Relationship: To establish the relationship I present myself in an honest, non-judgmental, and caring way. I discuss my struggles and accomplishments to inspire my clients to strive toward transformation.
• 40% Client Factors: I encourage my clients to think for themselves by reflecting and asking questions that will lead toward self-discovery and growth.
• 15% Theory and Technique: I have worked hard to understand human existence and how to find one’s best possible path. I have spent many decades learning from experts, some of whom are considered to be the best in the country. Making a lifetime’s knowledge accessible to others in a short, no-nonsense way gives me great joy.
• 15% Placebo Effect: This one is easy for me. You may see improvement just by showing up, regardless of what I do or what you bring to the session!

Your goals may include:

• Discovering meaning and purpose
• Increasing happiness and confidence
• Improving physical health and emotional wellness
• Exploring career opportunities
• Managing finances
• Building better relationships
• Succeeding in academic pursuits

My own story is one of transformation from rock bottom and clueless at age 19 to achieving success in each of the above categories. As such, I know how to guide you, by asking (the right) questions, summarizing, and offering relevant feedback. This can lead to important self-discovery, defining/clarifying your personal goals, and moving forward to actions/behaviors for which you are held accountable.

I strongly encourage personal development work while moving toward your short-term goals. I am unable to work with individuals without emphasizing the power of self-inquiry and self-acceptance.

Here are a few of the ways my life coaching can improve your well-being, confidence, and effectiveness while moving toward your best self:

Talking to someone you can trust: Talking to a professional coach trained to move you toward self-awareness and effective behaviors results in improved mental health. My style is kind, thoughtful, relaxed, non-judgmental, yet perceptive, insightful, and encouraging. All interactions are private and confidential.

Talking to someone who knows the landscape: Research demonstrates that the relationship with your professional is more important than the theory or techniques used. This truly sets my coaching apart. I relate to those with past adverse experiences. I have lived the transformation and thoroughly understand pain, anger, confusion, acting out, underperforming, and self-sabotage. I understand why lingering problems may occur later in life. I have studied the growth process for decades and can communicate that process to you in a short amount of time.

Building resilience: Resilience is the ability to mentally or emotionally cope with a crisis or to return to pre-crisis status quickly. Together we can identify a dozen ways of building your resilience. Once identified, you will be surprised at how many coping strategies you are already using in the coaching process -- without even thinking about it.