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FAQs
What is Coaching?
The International Coaching Federation defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The goals of coaching will be determined by the client and continuously explored and refined.
My approach to coaching is person-centered and I believe that the development of the person and the professional is inextricably intertwined. As such, coaching sessions with me may explore aspects of personal and professional life that result in a full understanding of the steps needed to truly achieve your goals. My coaching practice is informed by the individuals’ lived experience as well as in the here-and-now of the coaching sessions.
What is not Coaching?
Coaching differs from advising, counseling, consulting, and mentoring. You will be in the driver seat the entire time. During our meeting together, I might make observations, ask questions, and act as a mirror for you to better understand yourself and work with you to identify how you can achieve the goals that you’ve outlined. There are times where I might put on a mentor or advisory hat by providing gentle suggestion, encouragement, or bring in some best practices or industry knowledge but those moments will be few and far in between.
Coaching is not therapeutic and nonclinical in nature. It is entirely possible that throughout the coaching process, it may be determined that you also want to seek counseling or psychotherapy concurrently or in lieu of coaching. If that is the case, I am happy to work with you to establish a referral and continue working together within the bounds of coaching.
What do people go to coaching for?
Really, this is up to you. Coaching is designed to be entirely client driven. A lot of clients come to coaching to find their self-confidence, defeat imposter syndrome, or figure out how to navigate change and difficult workplace situations. Coaching might also touch on personal elements of life especially if you’re navigating a difficult work environment or need some help setting boundaries. I use a holistic approach and believe in the power of narrative and so this might include examining previous patterns as a way of understand what is going on for you.
Who are your group clients?
I have experience working with college student groups, newly forming teams teams, intact teams, and project teams/committees to do group level leadership development and strategy work.
What are the durations?
Frequency for coaching will be mutually agreed upon at the first session. Typically clients like to meet every 1-2 weeks and engagements can last as short or as long as what makes the most sense for you. There is always an option to recontract and continue on or wrap things up early if it seems appropriate. You remain in control the entire time we work together.
Who are your typical coaching clients?
I have worked with individuals and teams ranging from individual contributors all the way to senior executives in the non-profit, education, and Fortune 500 spaces. I’ve coached in industries including higher education, technology, pharmaceuticals, professional associations, health care, learning and development, real estate, and start-up spaces. Some of my favorite topics to work through include helping people manage authority, managing imposter syndrome, change management, strengths-based coaching, and supporting professional development and transitions into new roles.