When I began working with Laila, I was struggling, unemployed, and in a difficult place…read moreemotionally. The profound gift that Laila brought was the depth of presence that she carries. She listened astutely to everything I shared and also read between the lines, helping me articulate that what I needed to focus on wasn't even actually my career- it was my own personal growth and mental and emotional health. Her questions and carefully developed worksheets are truly holistic, providing an opportunity to reflect broadly on what a more aligned life looks like for you and all your dreams, passions, fears, etc. Yet, as I got clearer on what I needed, I still was unemployed. Laila recognized my immediate need to become financially stable, introducing me to the concept of "transition jobs" and helping me identify what type of work I would be able to do in order to sustain myself while having the time/energy/resources for the deeper personal development I knew I needed. Though it was a difficult process, and I needed a whole support system of friends, counselors, and Laila's holistic approach, I got to work applying for transition jobs. We worked together to create a series of resumes for my different skill sets and Laila honed the language used to describe my experience. She had example resumes and resources that helped me bring life back to my resume, which I had grown deeply disillusioned with. While applying to transition jobs, Laila advised me to apply to as many as possible so I could have the upper hand in making my decision. Still in a very low place, I took the first offer I was given. As Laila could have predicted, I didn't last long (only a couple of weeks). The whole experience helped me realize that I wanted something between a transition job and my dream job, a little more in alignment with who I am. Ultimately, I was given three incredible offers, and Laila helped me negotiate which offers were right for me as well as coached me in negotiating compensation for my skills. If you are somebody who, like me, struggles with imposter syndrome and fully claiming your value, Laila enthusiastically supports you in advocating for yourself. I never imagined I could get the offer I ended up accepting- I am earning the highest hourly wage I've ever earned in a part-time job with full benefits doing the kind of work I want to do (work not usually highly compensated). Throughout the whole process, I always felt I had somebody at my back who believed in me and was available to talk through each interview and the challenges of surviving in such a tough economy, but I also had somebody to celebrate each small win with. Thank you, Laila, for your presence, your attunement, your perseverance toward joy, and your fluffiness! Your support was deeply needed during a very difficult time and brought insights that will change the trajectory of my life. I hope that more people, especially those like me who struggle to live in the system as it is, can work with you to bring meaning to their lives (while also learning to cover the basic costs of getting by)! I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to work with you.

Laila is a seasoned career coach who understands individuals. She knew I had a very eclectic…read morebackground and helped me translate that into a stellar plan for defining and transitioning into the career path I've been on for many years now. I highly recommend her as an empathetic passionate career coach.

I've known Sheri nearly 15 years and had the chance to see her in many different capacities. As a…read moretherapist, she does incredibly effective work with individuals and couples, but she's also great with groups. She continues to build a track record of success, which would allow her to start getting selective about new admissions, yet she continues to work with a wide variety of clients, from all walks and with many different problems. Sheri has designed a beautiful facility in downtown Seattle and it's my opinion she's likely to become increasingly difficult to see as time goes on and word of mouth spreads on her straight-talking approach. Although Sheri's technique is indeed very direct, it's non-threatening and feels very nurturing because she quickly establishes a rapport of trust with her clients, which lowers their inhibitions and encourages all parties to quickly place their cards on the table. As effective as Sheri is, she quickly determines if you have issues with which she can help or if there's a better way for you to get help - if so, she will point you in the right direction immediately.

I am a colleague of Sheri's, just to put that out on the table. She is a strong, skilled…read moreprofessional counselor for men, women and couples. I do not refer people to very many other therapists, but Sheri is one I send people to. She has a great office downtown, and experience with all sorts of situations. I recommend her. For more, see her at www.sherivernon.com

Working with Meredith has been greatly beneficial for me. She has a very calm, welcoming presence…read morethat is easy for me to be my true self and show up as I am. She is empathetic, offers great advice and is very knowledgeable in her field. I'm not a very outgoing, wear my heart on my sleeve type of person but she makes it very easy to dive into the vulnerable places that need to be brought to light. She was placed in my path at a perfect time, to help me learn more about myself, uncover the areas where I am holding myself back and unblock me from living a life full of passion and purpose. For awhile, deep down that I was longing for something different but didn't know how to get there and Meredith is the perfect person to help guide you along your journey to listen to those inner voices and has made me feel like I am becoming a better, more free and true version of myself.

Meredith is by far the best coach I had the pleasure of working with, and I am happy to recommend…read moreher. She helped me get clarity on issues that I struggled with for years. Her unique style allows you to go deep into all significant issues, uncover your actual fears, and overcome them. She guides the sessions in a compassionate, caring, and yet, effective manner. I felt real progress after every session. Thank you so much, Meredith; your coaching changed me and shifted my pathway in a great direction.

I had my first session with Amanda a few weeks ago and I can't recommend her enough for people who…read moreare looking to make lasting changes to their life/health and who could use a little coaching/accountability to make the healing process faster and easier. After our session Amanda sent me her notes which included the top three actionable steps we spoke about that I could apply immediately to my life. I can honestly say that they have made a noticeable difference since I applied them three weeks ago - both to my emotional wellbeing and to my sleep quality. They are now part of (and will stay part of) my regular practice. She also has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to nutritional changes one can make that will help meet your mental/physical health goals which I also appreciate. It's definitely worth your time to check out a session with Amanda.

Working with Amanda and her program was such an amazing growing experience. She helped me through a…read morevery emotional time and supported my journey. Her program is holistic and really built around the client's needs. She is an amazing coach and I would give my highest recommendation to have her assist you in your journey!

Karen is an intuitive and thoughtful listener. She has an effortless calming energy and that…read moreimmediately put me at ease. I always feel supported and heard when we discussed my goals and how I can move toward them. I have never felt judged or dismissed as I have in the past when working with another coach. It has been my pleasure knowing and working with Karen over the last few years and I have grown so much as an individual with her caring guidance. My "Aha!" moments seem to come much quicker than when I worked with therapists. I think this is because of her communication style and the connection she creates. Being able to move toward action sooner, has helped me reach my short term goals much faster than I have before, moving towards my ultimate long term life goals. Thank you Karen for being so inspiring and passionate about helping me spring forward into my future. I appreciate you beyond words. If you are looking for a coach that actually cares and instantly puts you at ease, you can't do better than Karen Tran.

If you are feeling the call to work on yourself- to get back to the version of you that you love,…read morebetter show up for your family and align with your work- Karen is your gal. I often felt the idea of life coaching felt too 'woo-woo' until I finally let Karen in. Patient. Thoughtful and direct - listening and helping me change the stories I created for myself for the past 40 years. Being coached by someone who has done the work is refreshing- her point of view on family, gardening the earth, and loving your self and having fun have always stood out to me- you can't find a better person to help you level up. Karen has helped me change my mind. Something I could never do by myself.

Harriet is a generous spirit and she is a wonderfully capable person who is a great coach. I found…read moremy sessions with her to be heart opening and enlightening -- just the perfect combination to ask the right questions and push me along in the right direction. A bit of background on my situation: I'm 15 years into my career and have followed a certain path with a newborn now in my life. I will admit there were moments in one session where I just wanted assurance that life would be okay (I did not realize how many moments like this motherhood would jumpstart). I've worked with a lot of coaches in my life, and I understand that it's not usually their role to say anything definitive, but at the right moment with the right amount of confidence, Harriet was that rock that helped me reorient myself in a really tough moment. Highly recommended! Harriet is a gem.

Harriet has an innate ability to make me comfortable to open up but also gave me new ways to think…read moreabout all the aspects of my life from different angles. Right from the beginning I felt immediately immersed in my sessions, beginning with a visualization, which gave me inspiration from the start. Her attention and focus while listening during our sessions gave me confidence and she helped me identify strengths and tools to create realistic next steps moving forward. I feel like I have someone on my side, being held accountable and motivated by her positivity. Harriet's involvement and passion for helping others is obvious and my life coaching sessions with her surpassed my expectations!

I have been working with Jody for almost a year. I am a lower school teacher and an owner of two…read moresmall businesses. I was overwhelmed, lost in my purpose and direction in my life. Something was holding me back from living the life I wanted. I didn't feel fulfilled as a person and had no idea where to begin figuring that out. Then Jody came into my life and in this short time of working with her, I have grown to be more confident, more loving and accepting person with others and more importantly, with myself. I am getting closer to the life I want. Jody is a perceptive listener and coach. She has helped me navigate difficult moments with self acknowledgement and acceptance that they happened and forgive myself. And she gave me a safe space to unravel and unpack what some of those traumas meant for me. I have been able to heal from years of guilt and shame. With Jody's coaching, I have found clarity in the stories I tell myself. The stories that have held me back from opportunities or experiences I have wanted. She does it with self discovery exercises she calls "play" and when you are willing to let go of the awkwardness you may feel at first and go along with it you find that with her guided questioning you have known the answer all along. It was inside you and you only needed to give yourself the space and time to discover it. I cannot believe the positive changes I have made in myself because of Jody's unique coaching. The way that I approach situations is with a more positive self concept and calmer state of mind. I have also started to develop an awareness of how my emotions and thoughts show up in my body. I know how stress or discomfort shows up in my body now and how to relax. For anyone who feels stuck in their personal or professional life, I would highly recommend that you consider working with Jody. I have made realizations about myself with Jody that I couldn't do on my own. Thank you for everything, Jody. It has been an awakening.

Jody is intuitive, caring, and knows how to help you dig into the dark places of yourself to work…read moreout whatever has kept you stuck. This was my first experience with a Life Coach, and hands-down I would recommend it over conventional therapy. For the year I worked with Jody, I almost always felt like I was doing intensive work - actually feeling like I was accomplishing digging up my dirt and working through it. The experience was much more tangible for me than the tools used in conventional therapy. Jody has a slew of credentials and years of experience, too. I am glad I chose Jody McCrain as my Life Coach.

I'm going through a hardship at this point but it's always relieving and pleasant to talk to…read moreAllison. Her energy is something special. She is very supportive, authentic and caring that she knows how to be there for me. I am happy that I found a person to talk with when I have needed to find clarity and support. I would recommend to anyone who is seeking a life coach when going through a major life change or just have someone to talk to for clearing energy.