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What does a life coach do?

A life coach helps you gain clarity, confidence, and momentum—especially when you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or pulled in a million directions. Coaching is about forward movement. We focus on where you are now, where you want to go, and what’s getting in the way—and then we create realistic steps to help you get there.


Do I really need a coach, or can I figure this out on my own?

You can figure things out on your own… but most women come to coaching because they’re tired of going in circles. A coach helps you see your blind spots, stay accountable, and take aligned action without burning yourself out. Think of it as support with strategy—and zero judgment.


How is coaching different from therapy?

Therapy often focuses on healing the past. Coaching is focused on the present and future. While emotional awareness matters, coaching is about building habits, boundaries, clarity, and confidence so you can move forward in your life and business.

(If therapy is what you need, I’ll always encourage that too. No ego here.)


Who do you work with?

I work with ambitious, multifaceted women—often entrepreneurs, business owners, moms, or women juggling many roles—who feel overwhelmed, disconnected from themselves, or stuck in “survival mode.” They’re capable, motivated, and ready for change… they just need support and structure to get there.


What kind of results can I expect from coaching?

Clients often experience:

  • Greater clarity and confidence

  • Better boundaries with time and energy

  • Healthier habits that actually stick

  • Reduced overwhelm

  • A renewed sense of purpose and momentum

Results vary, but one thing is consistent: you’ll stop spinning and start moving forward.


I’m really busy—do I even have time for coaching?

This is exactly why most clients start coaching. We don’t add more to your plate—we help you simplify it. Coaching helps you use your time and energy more intentionally so life feels more manageable, not more demanding.


What if I don’t know exactly what I want yet?

Perfect. You don’t need clarity to start—you get clarity through coaching. Many clients come in knowing what they don’t want, and that’s more than enough to begin.


Is coaching worth the money?

That depends on what staying stuck is costing you—your health, peace, relationships, confidence, or joy. Coaching is an investment in you, and many clients say it impacts every area of their life, not just one.


What if I’m afraid to invest in myself?

That’s incredibly common—and very human. Coaching provides a safe, supportive space to build self-trust and confidence. You don’t need to be fearless; you just need to be willing.


How does coaching with you work?

I offer several coaching options, including 1:1 mentorship and focused sessions. Coaching sessions are supportive, practical, and action-oriented. We focus on clarity, mindset, habits, and aligned action—always tailored to your life and season.


How do I know which option is right for me?

That’s what discovery calls are for. We’ll talk about where you are, what you need, and what kind of support makes the most sense—no pressure, no awkward sales energy.


How do I get started?

You can start by booking a clarity or discovery call through my website. From there, we’ll decide together what next step feels right.

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