Life coaching excites me. It is something I am so passionate about. Being a life coach is not something I every really thought of being until about a year ago. I was plodding along, periodically wondering if I should go to grad school for history, which was my college major, and become a professor. I was also contemplating getting a degree in counseling because I am a compassionate person who wants to help people.

I’ve thought of being an acupuncturist, an addictions counselor, a nutritionist and many other things. I am also a writer and wanted to work that into my career path. I had forged a decent home-based business as a writer so I could raise my kids and be there for them, but now they’re 15 and 20. They don’t need me around that much.

My own life coach suggested that maybe this was a good path for me. I immediately knew he was right. It was the answer I had been looking for. I joined a program at Rhodes Wellness College and have loved every minute of the process. I love coaching. It’s just a conversation between two people who are very in tune with the process and working hard to find solutions for one person, the client. My clients do the hard work. I hold space for them and I learn something new about myself every time.

Giving to others helps me give back to myself. I can’t believe I get paid to do this. I know that coaching can work miracles. I want to share my passion with you and help you achieve the life you want.

A life coach is someone who looks at your present and helps you move into the future. Life coaches are special professionals. We walk with you and focus on you. A life coaching session is basically a conversation between two people who are focused on one person, you, the client. Life coaching is client-centered. We are not solution finder. We are not mentors, therapists, or consultants.

Life coaches help people get out of their own way. We require that you be motivated, at least a little bit, to help yourself. We don’t offer solutions. They come from you. As a life coach, I believe you have everything you need to succeed in life no matter what your challenges. I want to help you build a better life.

If you do get stuck in the past. We will briefly look at it, process it, mobilize and move on. If you need more work on the past, I will refer you to a therapist who can help you deal with your past traumas so that they don’t impact your present and future. It can be done.

That doesn’t mean we never talk about emotions. A life coaching session can get very emotional. It’s okay. I am here to normalize your emotions and let you know that it’s okay to feel them. You are okay as you are. You can do things to make your life better and improve as an individual. We all can. You just need someone on your side to help you make those changes.

That’s where a life coach comes in. We are there to help and offer to hold space for you so you can figure out your next steps.

I hope that helps you determine if life coaching is something you’re interested in. If so, I’d love to hear from you.

Yes, I am almost finished with my life coaching program at Rhodes Wellness College. I am excited and scared for the future. I am very happy to help people forge their own path but know I must walk my walk and talk my talk. I am prepared to do it. It’s both vulnerable and freeing.

I still write blogs for people and do social media. At least, I will for a time. However, my main business is going to be helping people find their true purpose and meaning in their lives. I am encouraged by the clients I am currently working with and looking forward to finding new ones. I learn something new from everyone I meet and am open to the universal energy that is in everything.

I am naturally intuitive but I know how to hold a comfortable space for you. I am a fantastic and empathetic listener. I will ask you questions that will make you think and reexamine your values. I’ve been through the process myself. I have a fantastic life coach who recognized something special in me. Check out my resources page for more info on that – and other professionals I recommend.

As a life coach, I have a lot to offer. Rhodes trains you well to help others. You  must have a servant’s heart and an open mind. I have both. I want you to live your best life and know that you have the answers within you. Welcome to my new website. I’ll be revamping it with more images soon.