Personal Life Coaching Questions

How long do people work with a personal life coach?

This all depends on where you are and where you want to be, and how quickly you want to get there. However I do encourage my clients to commit to an initial three months. For changes to become internalised, real and permanent, anything less than nine sessions is just a quick fix. Clients generally stay with a personal life coach from anywhere between six to eighteen months.

After clients reach their goals, they often discover other areas that they would like to work on. The coaching relationship continues as long as there is benefit for the client. Some clients continue indefinitely as the life coaching process proves to be an invaluable support system that enables the Client to achieve goals quickly and effectively. Other clients opt for single sessions whenever needed.

How much does life coaching cost?

My fees vary according to the package requested and a variety of individual factors. I charge on a monthly retainer basis. Once we have made contact and I have a better understanding of your needs and goals, I will propose a fee arrangement.

How do I choose a life coach?

The most important factor when choosing a life coach is that you feel 100% comfortable. If you feel that there is real connection with your coach, the relationship will thrive and grow. Speaking to your life coach should not be an effort. If it is, you should consider changing. You are with the right coach if you feel that you can entrust all your thoughts, ideas and dreams without fear of being judged in the slightest.

How long are life coaching sessions?

Sessions are normally between 45 - 60 minutes. Shorter or longer sessions can be arranged although I do not recommend sessions that are longer than 90 minutes. Sessions may be focused on one specific challenge or goal that the Client is facing or it can be based on broader issues which the Client would like to address.

Is life coaching different from therapy?

Therapy focuses on past issues that stop them from moving forward in a normal day to day manner. Therapists are experts in their field and are considered the authority in the relationship. Life coaches are equal partners who support you in your journey to improve and grow as a person so that you can achieve your goals. The life coaching process does not dwell on the past but focuses on where you right now and HOW to move forward.

Life coaching provides:

• Increased clarity, purpose and direction.
• Less procrastination. Motivation.
• Less anxiety.
• Learning about who you really  are.
• Appreciation of yourself. 
• More balance in your life. 
• A deeper sense of hope. 
• Effective feedback.
• Honesty.
• Enthusiasm.
• Accountability.

Make purposeful changes in your life today with the help of an effective personal life coach – contact me now.