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This section is designed to ensure that you understand your professional relationship with me. People can make better decisions if they have enough information and understand how something works. |
Basic Nature of the
Coaching Relationship
Career and Life Coaching involve a wide range of issues and considerations that cross different areas of life. Therefore, I offer a combination of skills and experience in order to best assist and support you with the variety and complexity of issues that you may present for discussion.
I coach with a deep respect for others and the desire to "make a difference.” I have a successful track record for establishing credibility and comfort level with adults of all ages and from different backgrounds, cultures, abilities, and employment levels. I will enter our relationship with optimism and an eagerness to work with you. I will encourage you and help you to adapt and grow toward self-direction. Ultimately, my goal is to help you reduce any feelings of stress and lack of control, replacing them with those of positive self worth and individual empowerment.
Our sessions are typically on an "as needed" and limited basis. There are no long-term commitments. Understand, though, that some issues require more time for a successful outcome, such as making career decisions. If you are experiencing a crisis, such as a job loss, you will probably be much better served if you make and keep regular appointments in order to receive on-going support and assistance while you work toward your goals. If you decide to have multiple sessions, periodically both of us will evaluate your progress and, if necessary, redesign our plans, goals and methods.
Your Role in the
Coaching Relationship
For successful results, your active involvement is crucial. There may be "homework" assignments and other helpful projects. Some results may come easily and swiftly, while other results may be slow and deliberate. Efforts may need to be repeated. I will assist you through this process with encouragement and genuine feedback to help you stay on course. Together you and I will work to achieve the best possible results for you.
Confidentiality
I regard the information you share with me with the greatest respect. I follow professional, ethical standards for professional counselors as outlined by the National Board for Certified Counselors, American Counseling Association, and the National Career Development Association.
Please understand that, due to the limitations of technology, confidentiality cannot be assured when using e-mail and mobile phones.
Sessions / Appointments
Regular coaching sessions are by phone and for 1 hour. Longer sessions of 90 minutes and 2 hours are also available, as are pre-arranged multiple sessions.
To determine if Life Horizons services are appropriate and a "fit" for you, you may have a FREE 10-15 minute phone consultation. You can schedule your free consultation and regular sessions through this website on the "Contact Life Horizons" page.
Fees and Payment
Fees are based on the length of the coaching session, which is usually 1 hour. You may purchase individual sessions on an "as needed" basis or, if interested, purchase multiple sessions at a lump fee. Expenses for testing and materials will have a separate fee. Payment is due prior to the scheduled appointment. (Payment information can be found on this website on the "Payment for Services" page.) Any long distance charges incurred will be your responsibility.
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