Frequently Asked Questions

A coach is a trained professional who partners with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. Unlike a consultant who gives advice, a coach facilitates your own discovery and growth.

Therapy and counseling typically focus on the past to heal emotional wounds and address mental health challenges. Coaching is future-oriented, focusing on setting and achieving goals, improving performance, and creating a fulfilling life. While a therapist might help you understand why you have a certain fear, a coach will help you develop a strategy to move past it and take action.

Currently, coaching is not a regulated profession in most countries. However, there are globally recognized credentialing bodies, such as the International Coaching Federation (ICF), that provide standards, ethics, and certifications for coaches. When choosing a coach, it's wise to ask about their training and credentials.

Coaching is for anyone who is motivated to make a change, whether it's in their career, relationships, health, or personal life. It's for people who want to bridge the gap between where they are now and where they want to be.

Sessions are typically 60 minutes and conducted over the phone, or via video call. A session will be a confidential, two-way conversation. Your coach will ask powerful questions to help you gain clarity, explore options, and commit to actions. You'll set goals and an agenda for each session.

We offer a specialty rate for those signing up for a year of coaching services, please schedule a consult if interested!

"Melissa’s coaching was truly transformative. For several sessions, I was stuck in one way of thinking and couldn’t see a way forward. She leaned into a metaphor I had used, skillfully tapping into her curiosity to help me shift my perspective. That breakthrough led me to make a pivotal decision—to permanently move to a new team—which turned out to be exactly what I needed. It was one of the most powerful coaching sessions I’ve ever experienced, and I still reflect on it today."

I'll let my clients answer this question:

"Do it! With Melissa’s extensive leadership and coaching experience, she has been instrumental in helping clients at all levels navigate through change, transitions, and setbacks. Her coach approach is both practical and insightful, enabling clients to overcome challenges and move forward. I highly recommend Melissa to anyone seeking a trusted partner and coach."

"I started working with Melissa about two years ago when I felt stuck in my job. I had been in the same position for a long time and was ready for a change, but I wasn't sure what kind of change I was looking for. Melissa helped me broaden my perspective, shifting my focus from simply aiming for a higher position to embracing the desire to keep learning and challenging myself. This new outlook opened up opportunities for growth, such as taking classes, volunteering in leadership roles, and completing a detail project, which eventually led me to where I wanted to be. Coaching with Melissa helped me see situations from a fresh perspective and gain a deeper understanding of myself, my needs, and my goals.   – Sarah S.

I am a thoughtful and authentic coach who brings curiosity, patience, and genuine care to every interaction. I am able to be direct while remaining kind, creating a space for honest and meaningful coaching sessions. 

Please feel free to contact us and reach out! I'm happy to chat with you about services I offer and come up with a customized solution or answer questions.