LIFE COACHING SERVICES
Why virtual coaching?
Virtual coaching can be just as effective as in-person coaching. For many, it is even better than in-person coaching. Virtual coaching services are easier to fit into your busy schedule because travel time is eliminated. Virtual coaching gives you a wider access to coaches, which means you can connect with a coach that will be a good fit quicker.
Life coaching is like consulting, therapy, and having a best friend right?
No. Life coaching is different from consulting, therapy, and a best friend.
Coaching is like consulting, but consulting focuses on obtaining information from an expert on a certain topic. Life coaches are agents of change that help individuals and/or businesses develop goals, identify solutions, be supportive and encouraging, be accountable, and guide them through the process to make desired positive changes.
Therapy addresses mental health disorders. Therapy starts by exploring the past and trauma history. Life coaches address present and future goals individuals and/or businesses what to achieve. If the coaching process is being utilized to work through mental health disorders, then a referral to a mental health professional will be provided.
Friends are an important part of our well-being. Let’s face it, sometimes our friends don’t always give good advice or advice that is not biased to how they would handle a situation. Life coaches come from an objective place and is bound to keep what you share private.
Why hire a virtual life coach?
If you have goals you would like to accomplish or changes you would like to make in your life and feel stuck or unmotivated, hire a life coach. If you need someone to hold you accountable, provide support, and keep you focus to achieve your goal, hire a life coach. If you need a sounding board to bounce ideas off of who will keep your ideas private, hire a life coach.
How long will it take to accomplish my goals working with a life coach?
It depends on what is being accomplished and is up to the individual or business. In general, most individuals decide to work with a life coach for years. When their initial goals are achieved they decide to work on other life areas they would like to improve.
Do life coaches work with individuals or businesses on short, specific endeavors?
Yes. Life coaches can be game changers when hired for short-term or specific projects.
Can having a life coach harm me in anyway?
No. Individuals and/or businesses are ultimately responsible for their own progress, choices, and actions they make. Life coaches are a resource of support, encouragement, and accountability. Life coaches do not control the thoughts, feelings, and actions of the clients they help.
If you feel disappointed or bad in any way after a coaching session, let your coach know. Most of the time this is an indicator that the coach needs to change their approach or the coach is not the best fit for the individual or business. This is okay and is a normal part of the process. Coaches are like shoes. There are many different materials, styles, sizes, and designs that often have to be tried on to find if they are a good fit for the shopper.
Can a person or business become dependent on their life coach?
No. Life coaching can become a valued resource that you utilize to help you achieve goals, but individuals should not feel like they can’t do anything without their life coach. Life coaching does not address mental health issues. If someone begins to feel dependent on their coach they should seek mental health counseling.
If am already successful, how would I benefit from hiring a life coach?
Sometimes when we are successful and handle our lives well, we get into a routine of going through the motions and get complacent. A life coach can help interrupt the routine and support individuals with accomplishing a goal that was set aside or never added to the daily routine.
If it is my responsibility to make the changes, can’t I change on my own?
We are social beings. Everything we do in life involves different kinds of relationships. Think about every goal you have accomplished in your life. Usually you can identify people that helped you along the way, whether that was a person who encouraged you, helped you access information, walking you through an application process, etc. Life coaches provide that social aspect that helps individuals thrive.
Life coaching is becoming so trendy. What’s the hype about?
Individuals and businesses need help getting off the hamster wheel of life to pursue aspirations that will improve their overall well-being. We all get stuck, encounter obstacles, and loose motivation. Life coaches are so popular because they provide structure, objectivity, confidentiality, accountability, support, and encouragement needed to make those aspirations a reality.
What does the life coach work on with individuals?
Life coaches are person-centered and focus on whatever the client wants to achieve. Coaches look through the lens of the client’s world view and core beliefs to help them design an individualized action plan customized to best achieve their goals.
IEP ADVOCACY SERVICES
What is your expertise in handling special education needs?
I have over four years of hands on expereince advocating at IEP team meetings for children wtih special needs at various schools systems in Hampton Roads. Over those four years I have observced how arduous these meetings can be for parents trying to help their child get the education and wrap around services they need to become successful and independent adults. During this time I have become versed in the IDEA legislation coupled with school policies/procedures and have learned how to help the parents navigate the process so they get the best educational program designed for their child’s needs. My background in psychology, mental health counseling, and counseling children/families allows me to communicate with professionals in an informed manner, breakdown evaluations from various professionals and explain them so that parents understand and have the opportunity to fully process the information before attending the meeting.
What school systems do you support?
I will work with any school system in the Hampton Roads area.
How much do your services normally cost?
Pending on your needs and/or your budget I offer a variety of price points and can work on a sliding scale depending on the services requested.
How many hours will my case require?
Every case is unique and cases can range from 1-2 hours to over 10-20 hours or more of research, report preparation & writing, and communication with the school system.
Are you a lawyer?
I am not a lawyer. However, I will be more than happy to help you identify lawyers in your local area who specialize in special education law.
Do you guarantee that you will win our case?
I cannot guarantee that we will win our case or guarantee any outcomes. I can guarantee that I will do everything within my power to advocate for your child and do my absolute best in helping you achieve desired outcomes.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes, I offer a free consulation to provide the prospective client an opportunity to see if I am the right choice to help advocate for your child’s educational needs.
Do I have to sign a contract?
Yes, it is best that we both have a clear understanding of the services provided and to confirm we are in mutual agreement of each others expectations.
Are you using your mental health license to provide coaching or any other services mentioned on this site?
No, coaching services is NOT outpatient therapy. If you are seeking mental health services please contact a professional mental health provider/agency for professional mental health services.