FAQ
Tell me more about your consulting and workshop services.
During my journey working as an academic, scientist, and applied ecologist, I experienced great joy, passion, success, disillusionment, and burnout. As part of my efforts to address the disillusionment and burnout parts, I acquired extensive training and personal experience in, among other things, building resilience, developing holistic wellness, and effective goal setting. Consequently, I offer consulting and workshops in these general areas tailored to the specific needs and interests of my clients.
What exactly is a "life coach?" Who do you work with?
A life coach is a professional who helps clients create and achieve their most meaningful and important personal and professional goals. I offer these coaching services to individuals and small groups. While I am happy to work with anyone who is motivated to do this work, my clients tend to be overachieving professionals, members of the climate/environmental community, and people looking for richer, more meaningful, successful, purpose-driven lives.
Are you certified?
Yes. I have been certified as a Professional Life Coach by the International Coaching Federation (the gold standard in the coaching industry) and by Transformation Academy
What’s the difference between therapy and life coaching?
Therapists focus on mental health and emotional healing, while Life Coaches focus on setting and achieving goals.
What is your coaching orientation and philosophy?
We form a partership. To me, everyone is a unique individual, an “N of 1.” So I do not subject anyone to generic, one-size-fits-all coaching templates, models, formulas, or programs. Instead, I ask lots of personalized questions, listen very carefully, and empower people to skillfully figure out what’s best for them.
How long does it take?
Coaching packages typically range from 3 - 6 months. We work together to determine what package is right for you. Beware of anyone who claims this is a quick, easy, and painless process! But if you are motivated, the results can be transformative and life-changing.
If I contact you, what happens next?
We start with a 20-30 minute conversation to see if we might be a good fit. If we proceed, we'll have a second, 40-60 minute conversation in which we'll start to uncover the things you really want and yearn for. There is no charge for these first two conversations, and no obligation or pressure to continue working together afterwards.