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Coaching FAQs
What is life coaching?
According to the International Coaching Federation, life coaching is the process of "partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential."
"Laser-focus" is often described as the process of consistently aligning thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and actions with goals to achieve success.
Whereas traditional life coaching is often transactional-focused on goal-specific results, laser-focused coaching is TRANSFORMATIONAL-focused on achieving rapid change and life-changing breakthroughs in EVERY session.
How do I know if coaching is right for me?
We're committed to helping you find the best "fit" for your needs. That's why we start with a FREE, no-obligation EXPLORE phone consultation to get acquainted and answer any questions you may have about laser-focused coaching. If, after the Explore session you don't feel laser-focused coaching is right for you, no worries! There's no obligation, and we will never hard-sell you. You can also subscribe to our Laser Life Newsletter for more information and successful living tips.
What's the difference between coaching and counseling?
Though coaching and counseling are intended to help clients achieve positive changes, there are some important differences in these approaches. According to Peggy Adeqoke, "Therapy typically focuses on healing the wounds of the past. It deals with healing pain, dysfunction, and conflict within an individual or in relationships. The focus is often on resolving difficulties arising from the past that hinder or obstruct an individual’s emotional functioning in the present, improving overall psychological functioning, and dealing with the present in more emotionally healthy ways. Coaching, on the other hand, supports personal and professional growth. It focuses primarily on the future. Coaching is for those who are emotionally and mentally healthy and ready to grow. The emphasis on a coaching relationship is action, accountability, and follow-through."
As both a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Laser-Life Coach, Cindy can help you determine the best option for you. Book a FREE consultation with Cindy here. For counseling, you can also visit Cindy's profile page at BetterHelp.
How much does coaching cost? Is it covered by insurance?
What can I expect during a coaching session?
Coaching sessions will generally last an hour or less and be conducted via phone or audio/video platform, whichever you prefer. As coaching is a partnership between you and your coach, YOU will set the agenda. Your coach will ask you what you'd like to work on and solicit any information needed to better understand your current challenges and make an agreement about what you'd like to achieve in the session. Then, utilizing compassionate, intensive listening and thought-provoking questions, the laser-focused coach attempts to "shine a light" on your unique strengths and skills as well as any limiting beliefs, thoughts, or barriers that may be holding you back. Armed with these powerful new insights, you will purposefully design an action plan with your coach to achieve your goal!
What if I have trouble achieving my goal?
No worries! We understand that positive change isn't easy. Your coach will support you all along the way by helping you to identify barriers, tweak your plan, and identify any additional resources to help you learn, grow, and reach your full potential!
