"People often say that this or that person has not yet found himself.  But the self is not something one finds, it is something one creates."  ~ Thomas Szasz, "Personal Conduct," The Second Sin, 1973

Is coaching for you? Some Frequently Asked Questions...

       
 
 
How do I know if I need a coach?
 

The questions below are a list of challenges most commonly faced by clients. When asking yourself if you need a life coach, use these as a guideline, and answer them honestly. Ultimately, only you know if coaching is right for you, but if any one of these resonate with you, it may be time to consider coaching.

  • Do you feel like you're missing out on something? That you are unfulfilled or running on empty?
  • Do you want to be more determined and decisive?
  • Are you stuck and don't know how to move forward? Is your life is in transition and you don’t know where to go next?
  • Do you have aspirations, goals and ambitions but lack the confidence to act on them?
  • Do you have a hard time filtering out the voice that tells you what you cannot do and to give volume to the voice that supports you?
  • Are you missing support and encouragement as you journey through life? Do you want someone to talk to who will not judge you?
  • Would you like more family time? More recreation time? Do you simply want to gain a better balance in you life?
  • Are you unhappy at work or school ?
Now, the most difficult questions to answer, because ultimately, it will require a commitment from you.
  • Are you prepared to be honest with yourself and your coach?
  • Are you willing to try new ideas with an open mind?
If you answered YES to any of the above questions, then contact
Aspirations Coaching to find out how we can help you start a new chapter in your life.

What is involved in having a coach?

It starts with what is called an Introductory Session. This session will help you determine if you want to move ahead with Life Coaching.
If you do, then we will set up a Discovery Session - a meeting between coach (me !) and client (you !), where we get to know each other and design our alliance / partnership. This session usually lasts over an hour, and lays the foundation for the work ahead.
After that we will hold 30-45 minute weekly sessions throughout the course of our partnership (although this can also vary, depending on your needs that week). These weekly coaching sessions often begin with an agenda/topic you bring to the meeting, or it'll come out of a discussion. The sessions usually ends with an inquiry for you to think about or giving you a task to complete before the next session. This “homework” will reflect our weeks work and is based on ideas designed to move you forward. And because we have a designed alliance, coaching is flexible but will continue to challenge you in many unexpected ways.

How long will I need to a coach?

Every client is different and the complexities of a client’s needs are many and varied, so it is impossible to give a precise timeline. However, we promise never to continue coaching when we know that you no longer need it.
Clients are encouraged to have 1 session a week over an initial 3 month period and then work on an month to month contract. Further sessions can be arranged as required.

How confidential is it?

100% confidential. Sessions and discussions are always held in the strictest confidence. I will work co-actively with you – as equals, supporting and encouraging you to move forward in whatever you bring to the coaching session.

Do you offer coaching in my area?

My style of coaching is not dependant on a common geographic location. I can coach anyone anywhere in North America, either by live, one-on-one sessions, over the telephone or through Skype.

So, how do I move forward?

The first step is to contact Aspirations Coaching to arrange for your introduction session to coaching. Call 905-829-8175 or send an email to aspirations@cogeco.ca
I will then arrange with you to have an introductory , session to give you the best opportunity to experience coaching and to discover how powerful it is.
If you then want to proceed with the coaching, we will establish a schedule for further meetings and discuss how they will be conducted to give you the best benefit.
Coaching works because it takes small steps incrementally over a period of time. I look forward to helping you take those first small steps towards achieving your aspirations.

What are the costs involved?
Introductory Session $40
Discovery Session $150
30-45 min weekly sessions (3 month commitment) $120/month
   
* prices subject to change
* special offers available, as well payment planning

 
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