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what is coaching?
I often compare the process of coaching to the practice of “woodshedding.” In jazz and blues traditions, musicians would step away to a shed to practice, refine their sound, experiment, and rebuild confidence before returning to their gigs on stage. In coaching, this idea translates into the power of stepping outside your daily work to reflect, experiment, and grow. Unlike solo practice, coaching creates a shared practice space: a supportive environment to explore habits, values, and aspirations with reflection, honesty, and guidance.
The core focus of coaching, according to the International Coaching Federation, is partnering with clients in a creative and thought-provoking process to inspire them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching is a future-focused approach where the coach facilitates the client's self-discovery and goal achievement through asking powerful questions, listening, and fostering accountability, rather than providing advice.
Building Accountability
Coaches help clients create action plans and hold them accountable for their progress towards their goals.
Increase Potential
The central aim is to help clients unlock and maximize their own potential for things like imagination, productivity, and leadership.
Develop Awareness
Through a creative and thought-provoking process, coaches help clients develop awareness and clarity about what they want and how to get there.
Future and Solutions Focused
The emphasis is on future goals, strengths, and performance enhancement, rather than on a client's past mistakes or problems.
what to expect
Client-Led Process
Client-led process: Coaching is a partnership where the client is in control. The coach's role is to facilitate the client's process of finding their own solutions and answers.
fees & options
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Limited-Time Trial Offer
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Sessions 1-3 (One Hour Each): Free (No commitment)
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Sessions 4-6 (One Hour Each): Barter/Exchange (Trade services, resources, or time)
*Note: Pro bono and barter options will conclude once I complete my ACC credential in January 2026.
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Ongoing Coaching
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Beyond 6 Sessions: We will set a fair rate together.
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Sliding-scale based on need and budget
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Current Coaching Rate is $125 per one hour session
*Note: Coaching rate will increase to $150/hour once I complete my ACC credential in January 2026.