The Coach's Circle Podcast

Today's special guest is Marci Stiles. She is a licensed professional counselor, certified life coach, and the founder of Positive Outlook Counseling in Dallas, Texas. Topics Covered: Marci takes us through her personal background and how she transitioned her career to become a counselor Why coaching is a natural fit for Marci's personality and how she incorporated coaching into her practice Why Marci decided to keep her niches open and work with clients with a variety of challenges Marci's decision not to accept insurance and why being out-of-network has been a benefit for her business and her clients Marci shares the most challenging aspects of her career as a counselor

Today's special guest is Dr. Holly Timberlake. She is a preeminent holistic, energy-based psychotherapist based in Hudson, Ohio. Topics Covered: Holly takes us through her personal background and what led her to a career in psychology A discussion of energy-based psychotherapy, its benefits, and how it works How Holly uses EFT Tapping and a discussion of theories as to why it works so well Holly distinguishes between therapy and coaching and why she added coaching to her practice The most challenging aspect of Holly's career as a psychotherapist

Today's special guest is Nathaniel Cilley, a licensed mental health counselor and life coach based in New York City. Topics Covered: Nathaniel takes us through his personal background and why psychology was a natural fit A discussion of psychology as compared to other medical fields and it's unique challenge Why Nathaniel decided to focus on clients dealing with anxiety in his practice An introduction to Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) and why it works Nathaniel distinguishes between feeling better and getting better, and why the latter is so much more powerful

Today's special guest is Joanna Hardis. She is a cognitive behavioral therapist and Gestalt-certified coach based in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. Topics Covered: Joanna takes us through her personal background and what prompted her to pursue a career in social work A discussion of the impact of COVID on the challenge of anxiety and OCD An introduction to Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and why it's so effective in treating OCD Joanna discusses her coaching work and how it differs from therapy The most challenging aspect of Joanna's career as a therapist

Today's special guest is Kim Schneiderman, a licensed psychotherapist and author of Step Out of Your Story: Writing Exercises to Reframe and Transform Your Life. Topics Covered: Kim takes us through her personal background and how her love of stories impacted her choice to study psychology Kim explains why viewing your life's challenges through a third person perspective can be effective in overcoming A discussion of the challenges from moving from a stable job to owning a private practice Kim discusses what the most challenging aspect of her career has been

Today's special guest is Dr. Jordyn Trockman, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the founder of California Women's Therapy based in Los Angeles, California. Topics Covered: Jordyn takes us through her personal background and her innate love for psychology Making the jump from employee to entrepreneur and the challenges Jordyn faced on the way Why Jordyn decided to focus primarily on women in her practice The benefits and drawbacks of an all-virtual private practice How Jordyn has tackled imposter syndrome throughout her career

Today's special guest is Tamara Powell. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and empowerment coach and the founder of Arya Therapy Services in Pensacola, Florida. Topics Covered: Tamara takes us through her personal background and what led her to a career in psychology A discussion of figuring out which kind of clients to attract (and which to repel!) Tamara explains her concept of Radical Autonomy The distinction (and similarities) between therapy and coaching in Tamara's work How Tamara made the jump from graduate school straight to private practice The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Tamara's career as a therapist and coach

Today's special guest is Dr. Eleanor Haspel-Portner. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and professional certified coach through the International Coach Federation. She is based in Pacific Palisades, California. Topics Covered: Eleanor takes us through her personal background and why she had a unique interest in psychology How Eleanor's psychotherapy work and observing her clients led her to pursue certification as a coach How therapy and coaching differ in their look back into a client's past Why Eleanor prefers to keep her niches open instead of focusing just on one area of study Eleanor shares her challenges in marketing her practice online

Today's special guest is Dr. Paulette Sherman, a Licensed Psychologist, Certified Life Coach, and Relationship Expert based in New York City. Topics Covered: Paulette takes us through her personal background and how it impacted her choice to pursue psychology A discussion of finding your niche and how you don't need to have it all figured out from Day 1 The challenge of modern dating and how Paulette helps clients navigate their relationships today Why mindset -- not just making the right moves -- is key to creating great relationships and finding love The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Paulette's career

Today's special guest is Sonjachardé Mixon. She is a life coach and the founder of Sôl Wellness Coaching in Atlanta, Georgia. Topics Covered: A journey through Sonjachardé's personal background and how it led her to coaching Some of the common expectations Sonjachardé's clients put on themselves that can hold them back Making the transition from employee to entrepreneur and the challenges that brought on Why it's important to gauge how much savings you'll need before making the jump to entrepreneurship

Today's special guest is Susan Pease Banitt, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Trauma Expert, and Spiritual Coach based in Portland, Oregon. Topics Covered: Susan takes us through her personal background and what led her to a career in psychology A discussion of the experiences that led Susan to refine her niche in trauma and PTSD Why it's the relationship between client and therapist/coach that is the truly transformative ingredient How Susan came to incorporate Reiki in her healing work

Today's special guest is Kacey Cardin. She is an Executive + Leadership Coach and an accredited member of the International Coach Federation who splits her time between Nashville, Tennessee and Brooklyn, New York. Topics Covered: How Kacey's career as a professional opera singer prepared her for a career in coaching The unique similarity between a vocal coach and life coach Kacey introduces her “7 Wheels of Leadership” The most challenging aspect of Kacey's coaching career

Today's special guest is Thomas Doherty, a Licensed Psychologist based in Portland, OR. He is a pioneer in the emerging field of ecopsychology, which is the study of the relationship between environmental issues and mental health and well-being. Topics Covered: Thomas takes us through his educational background and why he was drawn to nature-based counseling How being out in nature affects the body on a physiological as well as a conscious level A discussion of the process Thomas uses to help clients move past their life challenges How Thomas leverages his expertise in environmental issues in his consulting work as well Some of the largest challenges Thomas has faced in his professional career

Today's special guest is Ruby Le. She is a dating coach based in San Diego, California and holds a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Topics Covered: Ruby takes us through her personal background and how it impacted her career choice How Ruby continuously refined her niche until she reached her ideal clientele Why working on your own mental health is usually the most effective first step in improving your dating life How a checkbox approach to dating is often the biggest impediment to finding lasting love

Today's special guest is Rosalie Cosio, a Certified Life Coach with Zen Mind Space in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Topics Covered: Why Rosalie transitioned from organizational coaching to life coaching A background on Zen Mind Space and their Core Four offering A discussion of imposter syndrome and how to combat it The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Rosalie's coaching career

Today's special guest is Michael Linn. He is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and the founder of Resolute Counseling in Chambersburg, PA. Topics Covered: A background of Michael's childhood experiences that led him to a career in psychology and counseling Why Michael decided to name his practice Resolute Counseling A discussion on niching down and why Michael chose to keep his niches open Michael's transition from employee to business owner and key factors in making the jump

Today's special guest is Kimberly Mascaro. She is a somatic psychologist, licensed psychotherapist, and the owner of Conscious Chimera, which is based in Nevada City, California. Topics Covered: A discussion of Kimberly's background as an artist and how it evolved into a career in psychology How Kimberly incorporates art and dreamwork into her therapy work An introduction to yoga nidra and how it can help clients move past trauma Why it's OK to not have your niche and focus figured out on Day 1 as a coach or therapist

Today's special guest is Celeste Ballard. She is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and the owner of Within Holistic Counseling, with an office in the Chicago area and another Knoxville, Tennessee. Topics Covered: How Celeste came to realize that talk therapy only gets clients so far How Celeste incorporates mindfulness and meditation in her practice A discussion of the entrepreneurial challenges of starting your own private practice The importance of finding a niche to help your business stand out

Today's special guest is Lisa Larsen, a licensed psychologist based in Lancaster, California who specializes in the areas of grief and trauma. Topics Covered: How Lisa became interested in trauma and its impacts on mental health A discussion of the psychotherapeutic techniques Lisa uses in her trauma work How EMDR works with clients recovering from trauma and its benefits How Lisa got involved in working with the LQBTQ community

Today's special guests are Roane and Eva Hunter. They are Marriage and Family Counselors specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy based in Madison, MS. Their private practice is called Lifeworks Counseling and they have offices in 4 locations throughout Mississippi. Topics Covered: Roane takes us through his past struggles with pornography and sexual addiction and how it impacted his marriage and career What Eva felt was missing from her own therapy and how Lifeworks improves upon those limitations Why Roane feels that adding an outdoor component is especially beneficial for men's coaching A discussion of the process used at Lifeworks to help clients contend with issues around sexual addiction and infidelity

Today's special guest is Chuck Hancock, a licensed professional counselor and the founder of Inner Life Adventures based in Fort Collins, Colorado. He is also the founder of his coaching practice called Reconnecting to our Nature. Topics Covered: Why a corporate career left Chuck unfulfilled and led him to a career in nature-based counseling A discussion of Chuck's therapy and coaching work and the challenges his clients face Background on how Chuck's coaching practice came to be and how it differs from counseling The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Chuck's career in service to his clients

Today's special guest is Dr. Todd Pressman. He is a licensed psychologist, award-winning speaker, and author of the book "Deconstructing Anxiety: The Journey from Fear to Fulfillment." Topics Covered: How Todd organizes his understanding of the human psyche around the concept of fear and anxiety A discussion of the five universal core fears and how to identify them in clients The function of the "Chief Defense" in protecting us from our Core Fear How Todd's program helps people turn their core fear into a life of fulfillment

Today's special guest is Veronica Monet, a Certified Sexologist, Anger Management Coach, and Relationship Coach based in Grass Valley, California. Topics Covered: Veronica's long journey to becoming a relationship coach How Veronica fought the stigma behind her experience as a high-end escort when launching her coaching business The unique advantages that Veronica's time as an escort offers her as a coach A discussion of authenticity when choosing a coaching niche Using an hourly pricing model vs a monthly model for coaches

Today's special guest is Christopher Jackson, a certified professional coach and the co-founder of Coaching and Counseling in Connecticut, LLC. Topics Covered: How lessons learned Christopher's career in professional football prepared him for coaching The psychological parallels between sports and regular life The benefits (and challenges) of opening a practice with your spouse An overview of Chris's Core Clarity Session and how it helps clients re-align themselves with their values

Today's special guest is Dr. Diana Hill, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and high performance coach based in Santa Barbara, California. She is also a co-host of the Psychologists Off the Clock Podcast where she discusses evidence based approaches to living well. Topics Covered: A background of Acceptance and Commitment Training (ACT) How journaling can help identify (and improve on) your self-story An introduction to the concept of Psychological Flexibility The close relationship between pain and values How Dr. Hill applies ACT in her executive coaching work

Today's special guest is Karen Carlucci, a Licensed Psychotherapist and Certified Professional Coach based in New York City. Topics Covered: A discussion of social work as compared to counseling Why Karen decided to serve a broad spectrum of clients vs niching down How Karen incorporates Buddhist philosophy in her outlook on mental health and well-being How Karen balances and distinguishes between her therapy and coaching work The most challenging aspect of going into private practice

Today's special guest is Sharon Lawrence, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the owner of Selah Wellness & Therapeutic Services in Largo, Maryland. Topics Covered: The meaning and psychological significance behind the name Selah The kinds of challenges therapists themselves face when seeking therapy Sharon's take on the difference between therapy and coaching Why Sharon is known as the SelfCarePreneur

Today's special guest is Dr. Laura Muggli, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with offices in New York and Florida. Topics Covered: Laura's educational background and how she got interested in clinical psychology How Laura distinguishes between ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other issues with her clients The difference between coaching and therapy in the context of ADHD The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Laura's career

Today's special guest is Benjamin Russack, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in San Francisco, California. Topics Covered: How a job as a chess instructor first intrigued Benjamin in psychology and personal growth Why Benjamin keeps his therapy approach open and varied depending on his clients Benjamin's personal connection with eating disorders and how it influenced his choice of niche How Benjamin distinguishes between coaching and therapy

Today's special guest is Caitlin Magidson, a Licensed Psychotherapist and Career Coach based in Bethesda, Maryland. Topics Covered: Caitlin's take on the difference between therapy and coaching Why Caitlin chose her niche to be clients in their 20s and 30s The unique challenges millennials face that didn't exist in previous generations The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Caitlin's experience as a therapist and coach

Today's special guest is Hannah Eaton, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She is the founder of Sequoia Immersions based in Seattle, Washington. Topics Covered: Hannah's journey to choosing a career in helping others lead better lives A discussion of Wilderness Immersion Retreats and how they help couples strengthen their relationship An overview of the Gottman 7 Principles Program The importance of both individuals in a couple being clear on their therapy goals

Today's special guest is Mark Hurwich. He is a Transformational Coach and the founder of Concentrated Coaching based in Evanston, Illinois. Topics Covered: An introduction to Mark's work and how his clients get “stuck” A discussion on Mark's unique fee structure How Mark structures his sessions with clients and his process for reigniting their spark The biggest challenge Mark faces in his coaching work

Today's special guest is Lynn Berger, a career counselor, career coach, and author based in New York City. Topics Covered: How Lynn has adapted her modalities (remote and in person) throughout her career A discussion of motivated skills, values, personality style, and temperament Lynn distinguishes between career counseling and career coaching How COVID-19 has impacted Lynn's clients

Today's special guest is Julie Lillis, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with Soul Ambition Counseling in Boynton Beach, Florida. Topics Covered: A discussion of Julie's early life and its influence on her decision to pursue psychology Why including an intro video on your bio page can help improve your client fit An introduction to Gottman Method Couples Therapy Julie's take on the difference between coaching and therapy The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Julie's therapy work

Today's special guest is Michael Robbins, a Licensed Psychotherapist, Qi Gong and Taoist meditation teacher, artist and poet based in Somerville, MA. Topics Covered: How Michael's childhood experiences influenced his interest in psychotherapy Comparing the practice and benefits of Qi Gong and yoga How psychotherapy is coming to embrace mindfulness and the mind-body connection Why Michael chooses to publish his artwork and poetry on his therapy website

Today's special guest is Reina Lombardi, a Board Certified Art Therapist and the founder of Florida Art Therapy Services in Ft. Myers, Florida. Topics Covered: Reina's love for art and how it became her focus in her therapy practice How Reina embraces the uncertainty of making big career decisions An introduction to Art Therapy and its academic foundation How Reina navigates the complexities of remote therapy in her Art Therapy practice

Today's special guest is Jeff Siegel, a Wellness, Health, and Life Coach, a Certified Personal Trainer, and Transformational Speaker based in Boston, Massachusetts. Topics Covered: How an eating disorder in Jeff's earlier life started his journey to healing Why a mind-only focused coaching approach can be limited How a body-focused approach is about so much more than boosting happiness hormones How Jeff creates a 4-part action plan for his clients based on their unique life situation The aspect of his coaching work that Jeff found most challenging

Today's special guest is Lynn Zakeri, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Skokie, IL, which is just outside of Chicago. Topics Covered: A background on Lynn's path to becoming a social worker Why it's the relationship that does much of the transformative work with clients The most challenging aspects of Lynn's jump from school social worker to private practice Why Lynn chose not to niche down (and why it has worked)

Today's special guest is Julie M. Simons, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Sarasota, Florida. Topics Covered: A background of Julie's life experiences that led her to a career in psychology An introduction to Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) The advantage of being able to offer a variety of non-verbal therapeutic techniques The difference between therapy and coaching and how Julie incorporated coaching in her work What Julie considers to be the biggest challenge in her therapy and coaching career

Today's special guest is Dana Gionta, a clinical psychologist, executive coach and organizational consultant. She is the author of her book titled "From Stressed to Centered: A Practical Guide to a Healthier and Happier You. She also just launched a new brand podcast called Living a Vibrant and Fulfilling Life" Topics Covered: Why Dana started offering coaching in her therapy practice Dana's experience at iPEC and how it prepared her for her coaching career A discussion of the importance of self care and boundary setting How COVID-19 has (and hasn't) changed Dana's organizational coaching work

Today's special guest is Keiko Wolfe, a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Blossom Counseling and Wellness based in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. She is licensed in the states of Pennsylvania and South Dakota and also provides life coaching to clients nationwide. Topics Covered: Why Keiko uses a strengths based and positive approach with her clients How Keiko incorporated life coaching into her therapy work A discussion of Art Therapy and why children are not the only age group that can benefit Why it's important to have a wide diversity of therapeutic approaches on a private practice staff

Today's special guest is Donna Weinberger. Donna is the founder and CEO of Inspire Recovery, a Drug & Alcohol Rehab center for the LGBTQIA+ community in West Palm Beach, Florida. Topics Covered: Why Donna started Inspire Recovery to serve the LGBTQ community Donna takes listeners through the rehab process at Inspire Recovery How Inspire Recovery takes a holistic approach to drug and alcohol addiction The most rewarding and challenging aspects of Donna's work with the LGBTQ community

Today's special guest is Carole Cullen, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and the owner of My Therapist in Wake Forest, NC. Topics Covered: How Carole's experiences as a child influenced her decision to work with couples A background on the Gottman Method and Emotionally Focused Therapy The dynamics of working with individuals vs couples in relationship therapy How My-Therapist incorporates workshops and retreats with couples seeking therapy

Today's special guest is Barry Wolfson, the director of Hypnosis Counseling Center. He has a Master's in Counseling and locations in Flemington and Princeton, New Jersey, King of Prussia, Pennsylvania and Fort Myers, Florida.. Topics Covered: An overview of how (and why) hypnosis works How to prepare and train potentially unfit clients for hypnosis Why an initial intake is important to spot clients with psychological trauma How the practice and reputation of hypnosis has changed in the past 30 years

Today's special guest is Ingrid Sthare, a Board Certified Relationship Coach. She is the founder of Relationship Coaching & Coupling based in Greenville, South Carolina and serving clients worldwide. Topics Covered: How Ingrid got involved in relationship coaching How dating and relationships changed since 9/11 How Ingrid incorporates positive psychology in her coaching work How Ingrid's personal relationships made her a more effective relationship coach

Today's special guest is Beth Sonnenberg, a Licensed Psychotherapist based in Livingston, New Jersey. Topics Covered: How Beth chose her particular areas of focus Comparing Beth's therapy and life coaching work A discussion of the transition from being a clinician to a full time private practice The importance of networking when first opening up your private practice

Today's special guest is Lori Ann Davis, a certified relationship specialist based in Charlotte, North Carolina. She is the author Unmasking Secrets to Unstoppable Relationships: How to Find, Keep and Renew Love and Passion in Your Life. Topics Covered: Why Lori made the switch from therapy to coaching Why coaching can make a great retirement option for seasoned therapists A discussion of the double edged sword of online dating How coaches approach couples who have a partner unwilling to attend sessions How to avoid marketing scams when building your coaching practice

Today's special guest is Christa Hardin. She is the owner and director of Reflections Counseling and Coaching Center in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. Topics Covered: How Christa first began helping repair relationships (at the age of 7!) A background on Christa's R&R Relationship Repair Program The importance of helping a client re-imagine their narrative or story The delicate social situations created by COVID-19

Today's special guest is Dr. Candice Seti, a California-licensed Clinical Psychologist who specializes in Eating & Behavioral Change. She is also a Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Personal Trainer, and the author of a 2017 book titled Shatter the Yoyo. Topics Covered: Dr. Seti's personal weight loss journey and how it impacted her work The limitations of a purely calorie-focused diet The importance of being mindful and intuitive with your food choices The challenge of balancing personal weight loss goals with cultural expectations A discussion of the differences and similarities between therapy and coaching

Today's special guest is Jasmine Pope, a Licensed Independent Social Worker and Purpose Coach based in Toledo, OH. She is also an author, having published her first book earlier this year titled In the Middle: Learning How to Navigate the Process to Purpose. Topics Covered: Why Jasmine centered her practice around the concept of Purpose The line of questioning that helps Jasmine's clients find their purpose Some background on Jasmine's “Pretty, Powerful, Purposeful” conference What Jasmine finds most rewarding about her work

Today's special guest is Jaime Bronstein, a Licensed Psychotherapist and relationship coach based in Los Angeles, California. She is also the host of “Love Talk Live” on LA Talk Radio. Topics Covered: The (happy!) backstory that inspired Jaime's pursuit of psychotherapy Important questions to ask yourself when you're dating someone The importance of meeting right away when using online dating A comparison of Jaime's coaching and therapy work