TRANSITION COACHING

Clients seek out a life transition coach when something confusing, unexpected, or disorienting is happening in their lives. This often occurs when roles change: the adult child starts taking care of parents; the college graduate gets her first real job; or someone who adores his work prepares (or is forced) to retire.

There are many instances when clients find themselves in a new phase of life and feel disoriented, sense they need something different, or feel somehow thwarted in their development. They try to puzzle things out, and after going it alone without great success, they often decide to pluck up their courage and invite in outside support.

Talking to friends is essential, but working with a coach is different. Transition coaching offers companionship and guidance into unfamiliar realms - both inner and outer. It is accompanied learning.

Coaching is an active model of personal growth. It is not about reading a book. Or going on retreat. And it is not therapy. But coaching can support and build on all of that.

As your coach, I’ll invite you to slow down, focus, and look at what is and isn’t working for you. I’ll encourage you to reflect on your experiences, see the bigger picture of your life, explore what purpose means to you now, and help you listen for your deeper knowing. I’ll offer new ways of thinking, responding, relating, and being. I’ll invite you to set goals - what qualities do you want to develop in yourself? - and encourage small steps in your desired direction. As you develop more understanding about your needs and purpose, you’ll gain clarity, communicate more easily, live more vibrantly, and express more of who you are.

Working with me is not only a relief; it’s uplifting and liberating.

Read what others say about working with me.

  • Coaching starts with the development of a trusting and honest partnership between you and me. Your readiness to increase self-awareness and to view your world from different perspectives energizes the work. Our connection plus your openness, focus, and energy will enable you to explore, take appropriate risks, and grow.

    Here’s how we’ll collaborate:

    1. Assess Your Current Life - We’ll start by examining your present circumstances. What aspects of your life feel fulfilling? What challenges are you facing? What seems to be missing? This honest reflection lays the foundation for our work.

    2. Gain Clarity on Your Purpose - It’s important to start by clarifying your purpose. Why do you want the change you’re seeking? This understanding will guide our sessions and help us stay focused on what truly matters to you.

    3. Uncover Aspirations - We’ll delve into your vision and your deeper hopes. Can you actually imagine what it is you truly want and need? I’ll help you go beyond thinking and feeling, and use your imagination, intuition, and even your body to uncover your hopes and aspirations.

    4. Identify Blocks - We’ll explore obstacles that may be hindering your expression and growth. These can be thought patterns, fears, or external circumstances that keep you from moving forward. Sometimes just uncovering unseen obstacles can loosen things up and encourage movement.

    5. Practice Between Sessions - Some clients leave a coaching session naturally carrying insights from our work into their lives and relationships. Others enjoy having specific tasks or practices to work on between sessions. Whichever you prefer, my job is to support your learning and your connection to your own vitality so you can bring more of yourself into the world.

    No one achieves anything completely on their own. Contact me to learn more about coaching.