COACHING

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Coaching is an unregulated industry, and anyone can claim the title. I personally follow the standards set by the International Coach Federation and am committed to ethical practices and continuous improvement. I am currently pursuing accreditation as an Associate Coach.

As a coach, I do not provide solutions or advice. People engage more with solutions they create themselves. Instead, I challenge clients to take action toward their goals without telling them what to do. I offer a non-judgmental, empowering space for growth and self-discovery, grounded in values such as Courage, Authenticity, Compassion, Curiosity, Integrity, and Service.

Coaching is a valuable investment in yourself, requiring humility, courage, and a willingness to change. By joining my coaching programs, you will embark on an exciting journey of self-realization. 

Coaching is a partnership between equals that focuses on the client’s unique and intrinsic qualities, which may not yet be fully recognized or appreciated. It:

• Starts in the present (not the past).
• Empowers the client.
• Uses active listening and powerful questioning techniques to understand where the client is now and where they want to go, enabling them to determine how to get there.
• Operates on the belief that the client already has the answers to most of their challenges but may lack the confidence or insight to trust their own      judgment and take action.
• Focuses on unlocking the client’s inner wisdom so they can solve their own problems with confidence.

To avoid any misconceptions or misunderstandings:

• Coaching is not counselling or therapy. It does not focus on the past, healing deep emotional wounds, or addressing symptoms of anxiety or depression. Instead, coaching assumes the client is capable, creative, and whole, working with the coach to develop a plan aligned with their values and goals.
• Coaching is not mentoring. While mentoring involves role modeling, where the client aspires to develop qualities seen in the mentor, a mentor provides advice and solutions. In contrast, a coach facilitates self-discovery rather than prescribing actions.
• Coaching is not consulting. A consultant holds the agenda, imparts knowledge, and offers solutions. Unlike a consultant, who is hired to provide answers, a coach believes the client is naturally resourceful and supports them in developing their own solutions.
• Coaching is not friendship. While relationships are important, coaching is distinct in that it remains fully focused on the client and their growth.
• Coaching is not cheerleading. While encouragement is valuable, a coach goes beyond basic support by teaching specific skills to help clients create meaningful change.