Coaching as
Cultivation
ABOUT COACHING
The process of coaching is much like a small seedling emerging from an open crack in the concrete.
The seed lying dormant in the crack is complete—whole. It contains everything it needs to sprout through the darkness and thrive. It only lies in waiting for the right conditions and resources to become available.
An opening is the space between the now and the not yet——the not knowing and the knowing——the boundaried and the free. The crack is the space of opportunity, growth, and development, where energy and aliveness come into their fullest expression.
Humans are like seeds,
and a crack in the concrete represents the
possibility for change.
Often, the desire for change comes with discomfort. We feel stuck, or generally uncomfortable, as we work to adopt new behaviors and ways of being. The hardness of the concrete represents this discomfort. Despite the harsh conditions, the opening is ripe with new opportunities and possibilities—new life.
The coaching process is a supportive partnership that cultivates what is already in the process of emerging into its fullest expression.
COACHING PHILOSOPHY
Common openings—cracks in the concrete—that create opportunities for growth:
Navigating critical decisions and life transitions, such as career changes or retirement.
Addressing challenging situations or personalities at work, home, or community.
Feeling stuck, forming new habits, or setting goals.
Establishing more work-life balance.
Seeking guidance, clarity, or a change in perspective.
Desiring to live in greater alignment with your values.
Wanting to improve work performance (e.g., stress management, leadership, supervision).
Breaking repetitive patterns, while developing new ways of showing up in the world.
And more!!
The Coaching Process
My process is centered on the client from the first contact. I do my best to ensure that everything—from our meeting schedule to the development plan I create—is tailored to my client’s needs. Click through the menu below to learn more!
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Initiate a conversation using the form on the contact page.
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We meet and chat about what you would like support with. I share and answer any questions you may have.
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We explore what is seeking cultivation within the larger context of your life.
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We create a custom development plan that outlines our work together and how we will recognize progress.
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We determine the number and frequency of coaching sessions according to your circumstances. For example, we might meet every other week for a total of 10 sessions over the course of about six months.
I am also open to a variety of different venues (e.g., talking while hiking trails, or chatting at a cafe). I have even coached in a lap pool. We can meet wherever we together decide seems most appropriate to facilitate your development and growth.
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As we near the end of our coaching engagements, we design a “moving forward” plan that outlines the progress you have made and what supporting your growth looks like moving forward. I offer a complimentary check-in 6-8 weeks after our last session.
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The coaching experience can be brief (e.g., 1 or 2 sessions) or last six months or longer, given your specific needs and circumstances. Thus, the cost of an investment in your personal growth through coaching can vary fairly significantly, depending on the frequency of our sessions and how long you decide to engage in the process. Let’s connect and chat about the details.
Working with Kelli has been transformative. She helped me uncover and process grief that I hadn't realized was holding me back. With her guidance, I was able to achieve my goals and find peace within my family and career. Kelli’s holistic approach and unwavering support made all the difference. I couldn't have done it without her.
— K.K., Senior Manager, IT Business Services
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