FAQS
Below are the answers the questions I receive most often.
WHAT IS COACHING EXACTLY?
A client seeks out coaching because they are facing a challenge or have some goal they want to meet and they need support.
A coach listens deeply and asks questions to help the client draw out the answers that exist within them. These questions help the client move in the direction of their goals. The coach helps the client recognize and build on their own strengths so that by the end of the coaching engagement, the client is more resourceful and independent.
WHAT IF I DON'T EVEN KNOW WHERE TO START?
That's okay. Sometimes, we feel a general unease but are not yet able to pinpoint what our main challenges are. This is where a coaching conversation can really be instrumental.
By talking to a coach, you will be able to clarify your thinking. You will be able to determine if coaching is right for you and if so, you will be able to frame your challenge and design your goals. Contact me for a 15 minute "Chat" to learn about whether coaching is right for you.
HOW DO I BOOK A SESSION?
Book a session by contacting me using the Contact Form. Click on the 'Get Started' button at the top of the webpage.
In your email, be sure to mention what type of coaching you are interested in (personal and/or professional).
Feel free to also provide as many details as you feel comfortable sharing regarding your challenges.
HOW MUCH DO YOU CHARGE AND DO YOU HAVE DISCOUNTS?
Coaching is an investment in yourself that will bring you lots of benefits in your future. There are several programs available at different price points. I also offer a number of discounts and suggestions about how to make coaching affordable. Please contact me for a description of all programs, rates and discounts.
If your company or organization is looking to enroll multiple employees in a coaching program, please reach out regarding group discounts.
COACHING VS. MENTORING VS. CONSULTING
Some people want receive "advice" or the coach's "recommendations" about what to do. Though there is sometimes a space for the coach to provide their perspective, this is not the focus of the process. The coaching conversation focuses on what the client thinks, feels, wants, decides, etc. The client is the expert in their own life, not the coach.
If you are looking for a combination of mentoring, consulting and coaching, let's discuss to see what the right type of support is for you. If I cannot help you, I will try to refer you to someone who is a better fit for your needs.
WHAT COACHING IS NOT: NOT THERAPY
Coaches are not qualified to provide psychological or psychiatric services. Coaching is not be used as a substitute for psychotherapy of any sort. I am not qualified to provide these types of services.
If during the course of a coaching engagement, we uncover that your challenge may best be dealt with in the context of psychotherapy, I would be happy to provide a referral to the appropriate professional. In some cases, it is possible to continue your coaching process at the same time that you seek out psychotherapy.
DO YOU COACH MEN?
Though my coaching is oriented toward those whom I refer to as excellent women, and non-binary people I do not discriminate against any gender or gender identity.
If something on my website resonated with you, feel free to reach out for a chat.
DO YOU COACH CHILDREN OR TEENAGERS?
I only coach adults. If you are a parent seeking coaching services for your child, I would be happy to work with you to help you find adolescent coaches.
I am also happy to have a free 15-minute family chat with you and your child to help you identify school and community resources.
DO YOU COACH IN SPANISH? OFRECES COACHING EN ESPAÑOL?
Sí, también ofrezco coaching en español.
Yes, I do also offer coaching in Spanish.
DO YOU COACH ONLINE OR IN-PERSON?
At this time, I coach online only via the use of Zoom.
This enables me to reach clients worldwide (USA, Mexico, wherever)!