want to transform your life?

Do you feel stuck? Like there’s something more you want but you can’t identify what it is or how to get it? Do you wish you had the courage to pursue your dream?

I’m pleased to offer coaching for those seeking clarity on how to live their best lives. Whether that’s working on how to have an international experience or how to write that book you’ve always had within you or how to support an anxious teenager or how to reclaim a sense of authorship over your own life—I can help.

Coaching is an extension of my clinical psychology practice which centers on guiding clients to find their authentic voice, empowering them to set boundaries and goals to create a satisfying, enriching journey. My background is cognitive-behavioral therapy and I bring that extensive knowledge base to coaching—helping people identify negative internal narratives, reframe those scripts, and discover their potential through taking small steps that lead to large-scale changes.

The coaching model works for people who feel drawn to having a transformative experience. In coaching, you’ll get weekly phone calls (or Facetime, whatever you prefer) with me, plus we’ll work together in a shared journal so that even when we’re not talking, we’re communicating. After each phone call I’ll summarize what we talked about and what your goals are (people often find that call-log one of the most helpful aspects of my coaching! Imagine having all your a-ha moments, all your goals, written by someone you trust, all in one place). I’ll also give you journal prompts to allow you to work at your own pace. I’ll respond to the journal, encouraging you to consistently dig deeper. For those seeking to sharpen their writing ability, we can use a separate journal for practice, where I edit and teach how to strengthen those skills.

This coaching model offers a level of accountability and flexibility and positivity that can be critical for lasting change.

But perhaps you feel like coaching is more intense than what you need. I’m flexible, and can offer consultation for a flat hourly fee. This is particularly useful for people who want ideas for how to navigate a sticking point. Parents often tell me that a few consulting sessions transforms how they parent their child, leading to fewer arguments and more positive interactions (see testimonials below). Raising children is no easy feat nowadays, sometimes getting some ideas on board about how to approach the task in a novel way can help parents find the joy in these complicated years.

If you’d like a sense of me and how I work, check out this post I wrote about Coping with Quarantine. I also offer a free 30-minute introductory phone call to discuss where you feel stuck and what I might be able to offer. Contact me and I’m happy to tell you about my approach and how it is informed by the 20 years I’ve been practicing as a clinical psychologist, helping people live their best lives by finding the strengths they never knew they had.

Testimonials

“ My time with Michelle has been life-changing - I know that sounds ‘extreme’ but it's true! I started to see Michelle when I was having a lot of anxiety and at a life crossroads. She was able to work with me every week to break down my thought processes, give me clarity, and help me with next steps. I have grown so much with Michelle and I am SO thankful that I have her as a trusted resource and confidante. I would 100% recommend her!”

“I can't recommend Michelle enough! I've had other coaching experiences but working with Michelle was the most effective by far. She helped me to take the first step in a long-held dream. Her coaching style was the perfect fit for me. She combines years of clinical expertise with accountability and action-oriented coaching. She was a positive cheerleader always encouraging me along the way. I wouldn't hesitate to consult Michelle again . . . . and probably will! Thanks, Michelle!”

“Working with Michelle has been an incredible experience. She provides a consistent and well balanced approach of connection, active listening, and thoughtful questions to promote growth. I started with work around my negative inner critic and developing emotional literacy for the purpose of increasing my self acceptance and deepening authenticity in relationships. Our work continued on during times of major personal crisis. From big to small, there is no situation, experience, or feeling that Michelle has not helped me process, understand, and move through with greater comfort and clarity.”

”I am so grateful for our work together and I would highly recommend her to anyone.”

“We started working with Michelle to help our son who struggled immensely with anxiety. We entered our first session feeling lost and ineffective as parents as we watched our son's struggle escalate. My husband and I both remember so clearly leaving our first session feeling empowered with both a new understanding and strategies to help our son. We continued to work hard with her and have gained skills that have now helped all four of our children as they navigate the many developmental challenges that kids face. We have a sense of "I've got this" during difficult times because of our work with Michelle and the tools she has helped us to find. So thankful.”

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