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FAQs

"Trade your knowledge for curiosity."

Why should I have a Coach? Can't I do this on my own?
What’s the difference between coaching and therapy?
What can I expect to get out of coaching?
Is coaching done in-person or over the phone?
Why is coaching becoming so popular now?
Why would a successful person need a coach?
Do I want Integral Coaching or Executive Coaching?
I don’t want to become dependent on someone else. How will you ensure this doesn’t happen?
What would it cost?
What’s the next step to working with you?
What questions should I ask myself before the coaching starts?

Why should I have a Coach? Can't I do this on my own?
Coaching works like a flashlight; an outside source shining on the blind spots that we can’t see for ourselves. It’s difficult to do this on our own, since we’re so used to the way we see and do things that we can’t see where we are stuck. An effective coach will help you open up the way you see yourself and the world, so that you can develop new perspectives and abilities that will enable you to reach your goals.

What’s the difference between coaching and therapy?
Therapy and coaching can complement each other or stand alone. In either case, they work in different ways. Therapy is usually about uncovering and recovering one’s past, while coaching is more about discovering what is possible. Therapy brings you from the past to a healthier present, whereas coaching takes you forward to your best future, by focusing on action. The type of coaching that I am trained in, Integral Coaching, also works to provide greater access to more of us through the intuition and somatic wisdom that is usually an untapped resource in each of us.

What can I expect to get out of coaching?

•   Increased ability to observe your patterns of habit and response, and see where they might be hindering your success in specific areas of your life.
•   New behaviors that replace unhelpful behaviors with more useful skills and habits, resulting in long-term growth and excellence.
•   A clear plan for moving forward that is both motivating and realistic for you.
•   Ongoing support for your efforts – motivation, structure and challenge from an independent, qualified source.
•   An overall increase in consciousness of all the different parts of yourself, and a greater connection to those around you.

Is coaching done in-person or over the phone?
People usually assume that in-person coaching is preferable, but my experience is that coaching over the phone is equally effective.  If possible, I like to meet the person for an intake session, although geographical considerations do not always permit this. Follow-up conversations are generally conducted by phone, as it is more time-efficient for both client and coach, while being just as useful for the client.

Why is coaching becoming so popular now?
Life is increasingly complicated. Some people are tired of doing what they "should" do. They want to take control of where they are going and how they are spending their time. Others are frustrated with repeating behaviors that always yield the same unsatisfactory results. Some are just not very happy with the way their lives are going, and suspect there’s more. Coaching can provide a simple yet powerful approach to change, in a world that keeps us so busy it’s hard to focus on what’s really important to us.

Why would a successful person need a coach?
People who have achieved success are interested in maintaining it for the future. Integral Coaching will ensure that you are as fulfilled in as many areas of your life as possible, including ones that you may not have been aware of.

Do I want Integral Coaching or Executive Coaching?
Executive (or Business) Coaching is usually about creating success in business that includes prosperity, power, and possibly prestige. True success also includes fulfillment, balance, joy, peace, passion, contribution and a connection to something larger than our 'separate' selves. Even if we think our issue is specific to the business world, working with an Integral Life Coach to manifest success in business will take an integrated approach that allows us to attain greater fulfillment and balance.

I don’t want to become dependent on someone else. How will you ensure this doesn’t happen?
One of my primary roles in working with clients is to leave the client able to ‘self-correct’ and ‘self-generate’.  This means the awareness and ability to continually develop yourself on your own long after the coaching has finished. This is a foundation of the Integral Coaching approach.

What would it cost?
Professionally trained, certified coaches charge fees in line with other professionals in the 'helping' field. Fees vary from coach to coach, and are based on a variety of factors. Prospective clients should consider, among other questions (see below), how much they consider they are worth investing in (and able to invest) in this particular area….this is a question only the individual can answer for themselves.

I charge on a monthly basis, with a separate fee for the initial plan development.   Clients and I usually work together for a minimum of three months, as it takes at least that long to embody fundamental, lasting change (remember that we've been doing things the 'old way' for a long time!).

What’s the next step to working with you?
Ask yourself the following questions (see below). Look around for a coach that seems to offer what you think you need: try the International Coaching Federation for recommendations; New Ventures offers referrals to Certified Integral Coaches^(r) such as myself. You may wish to speak to two or three different coaches before deciding no one: describe why you are seeking a coach and what is important to you in a coaching relationship; invite the coach to describe who they are, how they work, and what is important to them.

If you decide that you and I seem to be a good match, then feel free to contact me.

What questions should I ask myself before the coaching starts?

How happy am I with all the areas of my life (the ones I know about)? Which ones seem to have the most opportunity for positive change?
Are there any areas of my life that I don’t feel like I know very well?
Where do I feel “stuck”?
Where is there a big opportunity for me?
What are the outcomes from coaching that I’d really like to see? (consider both long-term and short-term possibilities).
How will coaching fit into what I’m already doing?
What could interrupt this coaching program for me, and how might I respond?
What level of commitment am I willing and able to bring to this program (given my work, family, personal, social, health, financial needs?)

Contact me if you'd like to explore if Integral Life Coaching is right for you at this time. Or find out more about Integral Life Coaching.


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	FAQs "Trade your knowledge for curiosity." Why should I have a Coach? Can't I do this on my own? What’s the difference between coaching and therapy? What can I expect to get out of coaching? Is coaching done in-person or over the phone? Why is coaching becoming so popular now? Why would a successful person need a coach? Do I want Integral Coaching or Executive Coaching? I don’t want to become dependent on someone else. How will you ensure this doesn’t happen? What would it cost? What’s the next step to working with you? What questions should I ask myself before the coaching starts? Why should I have a Coach? Can't I do this on my own? Coaching works like a flashlight; an outside source shining on the blind spots that we can’t see for ourselves. It’s difficult to do this on our own, since we’re so used to the way we see and do things that we can’t see where we are stuck. An effective coach will help you open up the way you see yourself and the world, so that you can develop new perspectives and abilities that will enable you to reach your goals. What’s the difference between coaching and therapy? Therapy and coaching can complement each other or stand alone. In either case, they work in different ways. Therapy is usually about uncovering and recovering one’s past, while coaching is more about discovering what is possible. Therapy brings you from the past to a healthier present, whereas coaching takes you forward to your best future, by focusing on action. The type of coaching that I am trained in, Integral Coaching, also works to provide greater access to more of us through the intuition and somatic wisdom that is usually an untapped resource in each of us. What can I expect to get out of coaching? • Increased ability to observe your patterns of habit and response, and see where they might be hindering your success in specific areas of your life. • New behaviors that replace unhelpful behaviors with more useful skills and habits, resulting in long-term growth and excellence. • A clear plan for moving forward that is both motivating and realistic for you. • Ongoing support for your efforts – motivation, structure and challenge from an independent, qualified source. • An overall increase in consciousness of all the different parts of yourself, and a greater connection to those around you. Is coaching done in-person or over the phone? People usually assume that in-person coaching is preferable, but my experience is that coaching over the phone is equally effective. If possible, I like to meet the person for an intake session, although geographical considerations do not always permit this. Follow-up conversations are generally conducted by phone, as it is more time-efficient for both client and coach, while being just as useful for the client. Why is coaching becoming so popular now? Life is increasingly complicated. Some people are tired of doing what they "should" do. They want to take control of where they are going and how they are spending their time. Others are frustrated with repeating behaviors that always yield the same unsatisfactory results. Some are just not very happy with the way their lives are going, and suspect there’s more. Coaching can provide a simple yet powerful approach to change, in a world that keeps us so busy it’s hard to focus on what’s really important to us. Why would a successful person need a coach? People who have achieved success are interested in maintaining it for the future. Integral Coaching will ensure that you are as fulfilled in as many areas of your life as possible, including ones that you may not have been aware of. Do I want Integral Coaching or Executive Coaching? Executive (or Business) Coaching is usually about creating success in business that includes prosperity, power, and possibly prestige. True success also includes fulfillment, balance, joy, peace, passion, contribution and a connection to something larger than our 'separate' selves. Even if we think our issue is specific to the business world, working with an Integral Life Coach to manifest success in business will take an integrated approach that allows us to attain greater fulfillment and balance. I don’t want to become dependent on someone else. How will you ensure this doesn’t happen? One of my primary roles in working with clients is to leave the client able to ‘self-correct’ and ‘self-generate’. This means the awareness and ability to continually develop yourself on your own long after the coaching has finished. This is a foundation of the Integral Coaching approach. What would it cost? Professionally trained, certified coaches charge fees in line with other professionals in the 'helping' field. Fees vary from coach to coach, and are based on a variety of factors. Prospective clients should consider, among other questions (see below), how much they consider they are worth investing in (and able to invest) in this particular area….this is a question only the individual can answer for themselves. I charge on a monthly basis, with a separate fee for the initial plan development. Clients and I usually work together for a minimum of three months, as it takes at least that long to embody fundamental, lasting change (remember that we've been doing things the 'old way' for a long time!). What’s the next step to working with you? Ask yourself the following questions (see below). Look around for a coach that seems to offer what you think you need: try the International Coaching Federation for recommendations; New Ventures offers referrals to Certified Integral Coaches^(r) such as myself. You may wish to speak to two or three different coaches before deciding no one: describe why you are seeking a coach and what is important to you in a coaching relationship; invite the coach to describe who they are, how they work, and what is important to them. If you decide that you and I seem to be a good match, then feel free to contact me. What questions should I ask myself before the coaching starts? How happy am I with all the areas of my life (the ones I know about)? Which ones seem to have the most opportunity for positive change? Are there any areas of my life that I don’t feel like I know very well? Where do I feel “stuck”? Where is there a big opportunity for me? What are the outcomes from coaching that I’d really like to see? (consider both long-term and short-term possibilities). How will coaching fit into what I’m already doing? What could interrupt this coaching program for me, and how might I respond? What level of commitment am I willing and able to bring to this program (given my work, family, personal, social, health, financial needs?) Contact me if you'd like to explore if Integral Life Coaching is right for you at this time. Or find out more about Integral Life Coaching.
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