Coaching, Mentoring, Consulting

Why I know you're brave and brilliant even though we've never met.

You are inherently creative, resourceful, and capable of achieving incredible things. Coaching will help you tap into that power and direct it with greater intention towards your goals:
  • Bring your gifts and strengths to the world.
  • Communicate and act with clarity, direction and drive.
  • Strengthen how you meet and transcend challenges in the marketplace or life.
  • Create a life and work of meaning and matter, no matter what you face.
Schedule a complimentary 3o minute discovery session with me. Let's discuss your dreams and explore how coaching can empower you to achieve them.

Coaching you into your courage and creativity is my specialty

I'm an Associate Credentialed Coach with the International Coach Federation as well as an approved mentor coach with Reciprocoach.  I am also a certified Positive Intelligence Coach (PQ Coach). Additional expertise for my focus on courage and creativity includes my masters degree in Transpersonal Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology and a Shodan  (black belt) in the martial art of To-Shin Do.  See more about my professional experiences at LinkedIn. 

Through coaching sessions, courses, books, music, and–in an earlier stage of life, teaching martial arts–I have helped people of all ages and types:
  • Tap into their inner wellspring of courage and resourcefulness.
  • Embrace their unique voice and translate it into meaningful action.
  • Navigate challenges with a growth mindset and a sense of purpose.

My master's thesis was an exploration of the heroic journey, creative process, and how each of us, every day, are journeying in those steps, whether we're aware of it or not.

Hint: Being aware of it is better. And that's where coaching with me can help you. In today's rapidly changing world, these skills are crucial. I partner with clients to cultivate the mental fitness and courageous authenticity needed to thrive and contribute to a more just and peaceful world.

​What clients say...

high payoff
"Gail is able to quickly get to the heart of the matter but at the same time is kind, compassionate and deeply supportive. She met me where I was at and then we moved forward together. We explored issues in a creative way that had a very high payoff for me." —Paula DeMasi

huge impact
"You have had a huge impact on my life as a mentor and coach, and I appreciate the ways in which you always help me to look at things in a new way.  Your perspective is always refreshing, and often asks me to look toward that edge.  That is where the greatest growth occurs, and for that I am grateful." –M.B.

generous and empathetic
"Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous heart during my difficult time, I could not have done it without your empathic understanding and loving soul." —R.M.

compassion
​and insight
"​Gail's  brilliant coaching has helped our son in his struggles with unemployment and self doubt.  Her compassion and insight are a continued resource to help him gain the life skills to make it through this difficult time." –L.M.M.

open and nonjudgmental
"Gail is very intelligent and perceptive. These  qualities make her an excellent coach. She has helped me immeasurably in gaining insight into areas where I am "stuck", and has guided me in figuring out how to move past these entrenched patterns. She is open and nonjudgmental in providing that guidance. She is a fantastic coach." –L.R.

listens deeply​
"Gail is curious and listens deeply to the client. Using the client's agenda as a framework, she allows the client to see deeper than they were able to on their own. I did not hear her invested in a "fix and solve" kind of listening. I also was able to see her "see" her client's expressions and body language and found her to be very attuned to what was going on in real time." –V.W.S.
evokes awareness
"Gail has a tremendous ability to hold creative space and evoke awareness through a metaphorical lens...I truly felt as if she 'got me'. That level of presence is a beautiful gift to receive...Also the value of holding the container for a client to generate creative output AND stay focused on what is most important. Thank you Gail." – Rachel Dungan, ICF PCC
Explore for yourself...
If you're feeling bold, click on the free discovery session button. If you're just feeling curious, click on the agreement button to see what a coaching relationship with me could look like.

Distinctions in coaching, mentoring, and consulting

Coaching

Coaching is not therapy. Coaching is about what's possible for you. ​Coaching with me will help you own what you want and how to go get it:
  1. Each coaching session is a meaningful conversation about you, what you want to achieve, and what positive results look like.
  2. I listen deeply to what's true for you (coaching is not about what's wrong with you.)
  3. Our conversations help you clarify what it is you are willing and able to do to get what you want.
  4. ​It's up to you to make any changes -- and have the conversation.

Mentoring

For more than a decade I've been a mentor coach for those who are seeking or renewing their ICF ACC. This includes my being an approved mentor coach with Reciprocoach.  Please contact me if you want more information.

Creativity  Consulting, Collaboration

Some clients want to work on a creative project, or unleash their creativity. I've helped clients:
  • Write life stories
  • Create skits and productions for a special event
  • Write and perform original songs
  • Create custom ceremonies and vows
  • Develop outstanding business presentations
Remember, since we're making it up, the sky's the limit! I'm an expert in the creative process, and I can guide you through the steps to fulfill your vision.

More background on coaching

Coaching-wise:
We  reflexively operate from deep patterns based on past accomplishments. At some point, our old way of being can actually get in the way of what we need to become. Coaching helps you identify and evaluate these automatic responses... replacing them with new ways of working to fit your new goals.

Future focused:
Coaching is not traditional therapy. Coaching is an emerging discipline that draws on the fields of psychology, health, wellness and spirituality. Coaching is a powerful way for you to assert your creative power to shape your life. Start now to create the future you envision.

Many psychotherapists now use coaching as a model, because coaching is based in the power of the possible rather than looking for what is pathology: Coaching sees you as whole, with everything you need to have what you want in life. Consequently, you are the expert for your own life. Coaching helps you connect with your best expertise, identify your life direction and create ways to keep you progressing on your path.
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Life can be challenging, or leave you wanting more. I'm trained to guide you through such times - including referring you to other professionals as needed for the different facets of your particular need.

Experts say:
“Coaching is about making impossible possible. Clients have specific wishes they want to fulfill and can not seem to find a way to do it on their own.”
—Kuhn, R. Ph.D. (2005). What is coaching? (pp.1-11)

“Personal and professional coaching has emerged as a recognized career in the last decade and it has created new options for people who seek help with life transitions in finding a guide to partner with them in designing their desired future.”
—Drake, D., Brennan, D., & Gortz, K. (Eds.). (2008). The philosophy and practice of coaching: Insights and issues for a new era. (p. 4). Hoboken, NJ: Jossey-Bass.

Ontological coaching is based on the study of ways of being, or how you see yourself acting, specifically in your language, emotion and physiology. When you really observe your words, feelings and body reaction you become conscious of your true alignment, and powerful shifts in behavior and belief become more possible.
—Sieler, A. (2003). An ontological approach to coaching. Coaching to the human soul: Ontological coaching and deep change (pp. 1-24). Australia: Newfield.

The International Coaching Federation defines coaching as "partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential” (coachfederation.org). 
A timely special offering: Climate Coaching, or what are you willing and able to do to slow climate change? 
Visit my Climate Coaching page here