What Is Coaching?
“Coaching can be defined as the process of facilitating self-determined and self-directed problem solving or change within the context of a helping conversation”
Coaching: The Gold Standard for Unlocking Potential
Coaching is more than a conversation—it’s a transformative partnership designed to help you maximize your personal and professional potential. According to the International Coaching Federation (ICF), coaching is a thought-provoking and creative process that empowers you to achieve clarity, take bold action, and unlock possibilities you might not have seen before.
At its core, coaching is built on the belief that you are creative, resourceful, and whole. A great coach will:
• Help you clarify and align with your goals
• Encourage self-discovery and insight
• Partner with you to generate solutions and strategies
• Hold you accountable as you take meaningful steps forward
Why Coaching Credentials Matter
Did you know 85% of coaching clients say it’s important or very important that their coach holds a professional certification? That’s because certified coaches uphold the highest standards of practice and ethics. The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s leading organization for coach certification, offering three levels of credentials:
• Associate Certified Coach (ACC): 60+ hours of training and 100+ hours of client coaching
• Professional Certified Coach (PCC): 125+ hours of training and 500+ hours of client coaching
• Master Certified Coach (MCC): 200+ hours of training and 2,500+ hours of client coaching
As an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), I provide a proven, structured process for growth—while tailoring each session to your unique needs. Learn more about ICF’s gold-standard certifications here.
What to Expect from the Coaching Process
Your coaching journey is as unique as you are, but here’s a typical roadmap:
1. Laying the Foundation:
• We’ll start by determining compatibility and clarifying your high-level goals
• You may complete assessments to give us deeper insight into your strengths and challenges
• We’ll establish a roadmap and discuss privacy to ensure trust
2. During Sessions, You’ll:
• Check in on progress
• Set focused goals for the session
• Reflect on your feelings and explore your thoughts
• Receive support—and be gently challenged to step out of your comfort zone
• Explore past experiences and how they shape your present
• Identify next steps and develop new skills
3. Between Sessions, You’ll:
• Take meaningful actions toward your goals
• Experiment with new ideas, skills, or approaches
• Reflect on your progress and decide what’s next
Coaching isn’t just about achieving goals—it’s about transforming how you see yourself and your potential. If you’re ready to take the next step, let’s start building a future you’re excited about.