"I want to share what I have learned from my journey with other women, who just like I had been, are at a fork in the road and want to figure out which path to take that will get them from where they are to where they are destined to be." -  Gladys M. Anderson 

How did you decide to become a personal life coach?

Before I become a life coach, I was a family therapist in private practice. I began to notice more and more women who were struggling with fear and self-doubt and wondering what to do next in their lives and how to make changes that would give them fulfillment and purpose. They didn't necessarily need therapy, I discovered. They needed tools to break through the limiting thoughts and feelings that prevented them from living authentic, harmonious lives.

I know first hand what that's like. I struggled with being authentic and to make meaning of my life just as these women did. And, it took me years to hone in on my own dream and sense of purpose, and then to gather the confidence to make the life choices that would get me there. I had read every self-help book on the market. Yet I couldn't seem to put it all together and apply it to my own life because I missed some essential tools.

With the support of an awesome mentor/coach and after I started to apply some of my own training as a therapist and coach, I began to have these "aha" moments that changed everything. Finally, after years of self doubt, I realized that I was in control of my destiny and could make choices that empowered and affirmed me.  I knew there were other women, just like me, who were facing the same dilemma and I knew I could also help them live their best lives with confidence, clarity and purpose.   

I learned to squash the nagging voice of self-doubt and the negative beliefs I held about myself and my abilities. And I became confident that I could achieve success in my professional and personal life.  And, I began to align my thoughts, actions and beliefs with the way I wanted to live my life, instead how I was living it.

I became a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified life and group coach, speaker and writer so that I could share what I’ve learned from my journey with other women who may be at a fork in the road.  I created tools and programs to support and encourage women to break free from the confines of their comfort zones, confront fears, procrastination, self doubt, lack of confidence and the mindset that held them back from living authentically.

I have always known deep down in my core that I wanted to help others. I gain great pleasure in connecting with people in a meaningful way, and assisting them to live full and meaningful lives with integrity and compassion.
 
Who is your typical client?

I primarily work with therapists, coaches, nurses, teachers and other care-giving women who feel stuck, burned out, tired of being tired, want to live life out loud with joy and confidence and are willing to commit to making the significant changes that will produce the results they want.

I only work with women who are serious about getting unstuck, out of overwhelm, who are exhausted from spinning their wheels and getting nowhere fast. The women I work with are ready to be supported and take focused action to achieve the goals they set for themselves. They want more time, more energy, and more balance in their lives. They want to feel relieved to know they have the right tools, the right mindset and the right support to achieve their dreams.. They want to do, be and have more of the life they want with the freedom to make choices that support their desires.

I don't work well with clients who make excuses, complain consistently, don't complete assignments, and challenge every new idea with a "Yeah, but"...  We will not get results that way.

What happens when you begin to work with your clients?

Whether a client chooses an individual or a group experience, we often work together to uncover limiting beliefs, move from a place of fear to faith in themselves and abilities, overcome doubt and make choices that have an immediate impact on their relationships, personal and professional lives. They are supplied with the tools to move quickly to a place where they can make life changes based on conscious decisions.

Among the things we focus on are:

• How to Identify and remove obstacles that limit you from having what you want

• How to speak and act consistently with clarity and self-confidence

• Making powerful life-choices rather than unconscious decisions

• How to gain increased energy and get out of overwhelm

• Designing a life plan that supports your values, goals, desires and talents

• How to show up as you really are for all the world to see

• How to move from overwhelm to empowerment

I use a combination of my therapist/coach training, life experiences, wisdom, and exercises - mix it with a passion for empowering other women and guide them, either in groups or individually, to new and powerful life-changing ways of being. We basically move into more positive, more empowering life choices that result in increased self-confidence, motivation, and energy necessary to accomplish the goals they have set for themselves.

How long does this  take?

Change takes time, practice, commitment and our working together over a period of weeks to apply all of the essential elements and to build a solid foundation for new behaviors and actions.  And, in order to produce results, you must be truly serious and committed to take action.  

What if I don’t know if I’m ready to make a commitment, is there a shorter program for me?

Here's what you can do now:

• Get my FREE Special Report, Building Strong Boundaries to Give You More Breathing Space in Your Hectic Life

• Connect with me on my blog where you will get timely articles and more filled with  "aha" nuggets, juicy tips, and insightful and practical ideas for growth and change.

• And, to learn more about how I can assist you in getting out of overwhelm, gaining confidence, energy, balance and motivation to move forward consistently and with unwavering support, please send a message via the contact page to schedule your Free Discovery Session.