Frequently Asked Questions

What is Coaching?

Coaching is defined by the International Coaching Federation as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.

Is coaching the same as therapy or consulting?

No, coaching is focused on the present and future and closing the gap from where you are to where you want to be. I believe that you are complete. Therapy is focused on healing emotional trauma from the past, whether from childhood or recent years. Therapy often assumes you have an illness. There is certainly a place for both in the world. Consulting is where an expert in a field helps the client to acquire knowledge. I do mix a bit of consulting in with my coaching, when appropriate, especially with corporate clients.

What is the focus of coaching?

It is to identify your goals – even the ones you might have rejected because you thought they were unattainable – and for you to get what you want.

How long is a coaching engagement?

We generally start with a three-month engagement. A one-month engagement is the minimum, however. As long as we are making progress and work well together, we can go for as long as you like.

I’m pretty successful already. Why would I want to hire a life coach?

First, I congratulate you on your success so far. I’d like to help propel you to a more satisfying, fulfilling life experience.

What does Ontological mean?

Ontology is a branch of philosophy that studies the nature of humans as individuals, in society, and in the Universe.

Ontological is sometimes defined as dealing with the nature of being.

In the context of my coaching practice, I am always listening for the context and meaning behind what is being said. We always express more than our words. This is the “trees for the forest” perspective. It informs curiosity and helps me show you to you, to broaden and allow leaps in perspective.

How do I get started?

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How often do we meet?

I typically meet with individual clients 4 times per month, for one hour each session. For group and corporate coaching we have both shorter and longer term engagements. Occasionally we can reschedule.

Where do we meet?

For most clients, we meet over the Internet, with a video connection like Zoom or Facetime, or on the telephone. If you are near my office in San Luis Obispo, we can arrange to meet in person.

Is coaching covered by insurance?

Probably not

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