Finding Beauty in the Brokenness
Finding the beauty
Kintsugi is a Japanese art of repairing broken pottery using lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. This process makes the pottery more beautiful by highlighting its breaks rather than hiding them. Instead of discarding broken pieces, they can be reassembled in a way that honors their history and showcases their beauty. Like pottery, we all have flaws and brokenness, but if we look closely, we can find beauty in ourselves and our lives. In coaching, we explore both the brokenness and the beauty, as this is where creativity and new ideas emerge. If you're ready to discover the beauty in your life alongside your challenges, contact me for a free coaching consultation.
About Me
I am an ordained Presbyterian Church (USA) minister, a retired Board Certified Chaplain, and an Associate Certified Coach through International Coaching Federation (ICF). Most of my professional work has been in hospice with a heart for offering intentional care and support for caregivers and workers. I am passionate about working with people who are grieving a loss, whether it is a death of someone close, an unexpected job loss, or a shift in family roles, to help process their emotions and find a path through their pain, so that they can begin to heal and move forward with hope and clarity. I believe honoring the brokenness and the beauty that surrounds us is vital to the work I do. I enjoy working with individuals who want to improve how they view themselves and the world, even when life feels like it is full of broken pieces.
My services
One-on-One Grief Coaching
Feeling lost or overwhelmed after a major life change? Whether you are grieving the death of a loved one, adjusting to a new role in your family or navigating a job loss, you don’t have to go through it alone. I work with people who are grieving to help them process their emotions and find ways to move through the pain and uncertainty. Together we can work toward rebuilding a sense of peace, confidence, and direction in your life. If you are ready to start healing, I’m here to help with one-on-one grief coaching.
Monthly Grief Support Group
I meet monthly virtually with individuals who are looking for support in a group setting for their grief concerns.
One-on-One Life Coaching
I offer general life coaching sessions as well if you are looking towards a specific goal or want to gain clarity about your values and move forward with your life, I’m here to be a thought and accountability partner on your journey.
Grief Presentations
I offer presentations discussing grief as a whole and ways to care for oneself in preparation for and following a specific event of loss.
Caregiver Support Presentations
I offer presentations discussing how caregivers can care for themselves while caring for others.
Pillars of my coaching practice
You are whole, creative, and resourceful
All feelings are valid
Everyone is a work in progress
FREE RESOURCES
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5 MYTHS ABOUT GRIEF
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Monthly Grief Support Group Sign Up
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Feeling stuck? Take a quiz to see what direction to turn.
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Does grief only show up with a death?
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WHEEL OF LIFE
Frequently asked questions
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Coaching supports personal growth through self-discovery. A coach uses positive questions to encourage deep thinking about your thoughts and feelings, leading to insights that guide your actions. The coach helps clarify your desires and goals rather than giving instructions.
Active listening is essential; the coach perceives spoken and unspoken cues to reveal deeper themes, fostering a safe space for expression. A certified life coach also uses intuition to identify subtle hints that enhance the process, helping you recognize patterns in your behaviors and thoughts.
Ultimately, you are the expert in your life. The coaching relationship focuses on building your strengths while addressing growth areas, guiding you toward a fulfilling life.
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With grief coaching we start by exploring:
What are you tolerating in your life?
What would you like see/experience on a regular basis in your grief process?
What are your strengths?
What are the dark sides of your strengths?
What values do you live by?
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I offer a free introductory call to anyone looking to see if coaching is the right step for them and if coaching with me is a good fit.
6 session package - $450
Individual sessions - $100
If needed, I am willing to discuss payment options.
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We will meet virtually either over the phone or through video call on Google Meet.
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I’m an inclusive, LGBTQ+ affirming coach. My practice is inclusive and affirming for everyone.
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Coaching is distinct from therapy, consultation, and mentorship. It doesn't focus on past issues but rather on discovering your own solutions. While consultants provide answers and mentors share their expertise, a coach guides you to uncover your insights and perspectives, empowering you to choose how to use them.
