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So, what is coaching anyway? To get a clear picture, let’s first talk about what a coach is NOT:

A medical professional: While I am qualified to work with people on their health goals, I am not a doctor. I cannot diagnose or prescribe, but I can help you navigate your nutrition and fitness programs. If we decide together that there are needs outside of my scope of practice, I will refer to other qualified health professionals.
A sponsor: People may confuse the title “Recovery Coach” with a recovery sponsor, and these are two different things. While I do support people working 12-step programs, that is not a huge topic of focus for my work, nor do I require that as a component of the coaching process.
A clinical therapist: Coaching can be very therapeutic, and I will use therapy techniques to help you discover your goals and setbacks, but as mentioned above, I do not diagnose or treat mental health diagnoses. I can support you through them, and offer coping strategies to navigate life with them, but I cannot advise or prescribe medication.

With that in mind, here is what a coach IS:

A guide, a mirror, a cheerleader, a teammate, an accountability partner, an ear for processing thoughts and feelings, a role model, a facilitator…

What will we do in our coaching sessions?

Uncover, face, and overcome root causes of toxic behaviors (unresolved trauma) This work is not for the faint of heart: it requires courage and vulnerability equally to really address and work through these aspects we’ve been suppressing, avoiding, or identifying with.
Set SMART goals by using motivational interviewing to discover your “why” and then develop a plan of action to not only attain, but sustain and evolve them. We will track progress, and celebrate milestones, as well as tackle obstacles and learn to alchemize a fixed-to-growth mindset.
Learn specific practices tailored to your needs and beliefs, that will aid in your connection to self and something greater than you.
Develop new coping strategies, find positive-purpose activities & define strengths, strengthen pillars of holistic health and well-being, and improve relationship to self and the past.
Learn to make your mess your message: taking ownership of your story, and utilizing it for internal strength and service to others.

If you feel called to pursue the path of self-discovery and improvement, I highly encourage you to schedule a FREE consultation today!