Frequently asked questions

A LIFE COURSE

  • YES, I will be the ONLY coach you will have for the duration of the course instruction. Any/all questions, homework assignments, and lectures will be solely communicated through me.

  • The course is 12 weeks long. It is important to be present for the weekly online lecture which will be 1.5 hours long, followed by homework assignments to be completed, and returned within that week. This is all voluntary, so it is up to you to decide how much time you would like to focus on this course. There may be weeks that you spend more time on the subject and homework; and other times, not quite as much.

  • I encourage all participants to take part in the entirety of the course, as each section is interdependent and holds importance for a comprehensive learning experience. While attendance is completely voluntary, please note that the course fee covers the full class. Your commitment to attending all sessions and completing assignments is highly valued and contributes to a richer learning journey.

1:1 COACHING

  • YES, I offer coaching sessions over the phone individually. We can focus on very individualized goals just for you. As the client, you get to decide how often/ how many times you would like to talk. Feel free to reach out if this is something that interests you!

  • No, coaching and therapy are different. Coaching focuses on the present and future, emphasizing goal achievement and personal development. Therapy often deals with the past issues and healing emotional wounds.

  • In a life coaching session, you can expect focused conversations, goals-setting exercises, personalized strategies, and accountability. The coach will listen, ask thought-provoking questions, and provide guidance to help you move forward.

THERAPY

  • People come into therapy for many reasons. Some need to respond to unexpected changes in their lives, while others seek self-exploration and personal growth. When coping skills are overwhelmed by guilt, doubt, anxiety, or despair, therapy can help. Therapy can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping for issues such as depression, anxiety, lack of confidence, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, bereavement, spiritual conflicts, stress management, body image issues and creative blocks. People seeking psychotherapy are willing to take responsibility for their actions, work towards self-change and create greater awareness in their lives.

  • A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy. Often it is helpful just to know that someone understands. Therapy can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. Many people find therapy to be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, and the hassles of daily life. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.

  • In general, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and therapist. Information is not disclosed without written consent from the client. However, there are a number of exceptions to this rule that I review with each of my clients, so that they are fully aware and understand those exceptions. If there is active suspected child or elder abuse and/or neglect, the therapist is required by law to report that to the appropriate authorities immediately. If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to self and/or another person/s, the therapist must notify the appropriate authorities and/or higher level of care to assist in the protection of the client and/or intended victim/s. The overall care and safety of individuals must always come first. The therapist will make every effort to ensure client safety. If another therapist or medical provider has acted unethically in any way according to their licensed board of ethics, the therapist will have to report that therapist to the appropriate board.