Testimonials: Applications and Benefits

I contacted Deb because I was having a lot of uncontrollable anger and conflict with my significant other. Working with Deb we were able to unpack some of our most complicated, dove-tailing issues so we could simplify them into digestible pieces. We developed ways to slow down, identify our needs, and practice skillful and conscious dialogue.

In addition to the couple's work, I worked with Deb individually to address areas where I felt stuck, such as confidence, intimacy, and financial health. By sharing these vulnerable experiences with Deb, I could see how I have held myself back and continue to undervalue myself. Shining the light on hidden beliefs helped me question whether I’d like to continue living in that space (the answer being NO!) and that motivated me to challenge myself to forge a new path. I am very pleased to see all the changes that have unfolded in my life as I've embraced new beliefs about my talents, worth, and value!

Mostly what I took out of working with Deb is that things are not unworkable. Issues usually arise out of not understanding oneself and one’s needs, and delving deeper and asking for assistance in those deeper questions can lead to significant shifts. Learning basic to advanced conflict resolution is also an incredible asset to any struggling couple. You just have to have the drive to do the work! Every day I am learning how to be there for my significant other and he is learning how to ask, so I don’t feel like I’m in the dark trying to figure him out all the time. We grew tremendously during our time with Deb and she was insightful, articulate, and kind in our process. Invaluable coaching! - D.M. (Arizona, USA 2018)

When I began working with Deb, I was troubled with anxiety and epilepsy. My nearly daily epileptic seizures were mild, but as you can imagine, it’s scary when something is going wrong inside your brain. I was also looking for a life partner, and while I was doing all I could to find the right man (including meeting several men through dating sites), it just wasn’t happening—not with the right person.

Deb helped me navigate both issues. In August of 2015, everything shifted. The right man appeared out of the blue, and he is a delight! I chose to begin taking a medication that has ended the seizures. With that, the anxiety went away too. - M. M. (Arizona, USA 2014-2015)

 My experience working with CoachDeb  was  extremely valuable. She is a great listener and has a wide variety of knowledge and experience to draw from. She had fun ways of exploring values and life priorities to bring personal insights and clarity into focus. I appreciated her input and communication on addressing my goals and problem solving in my significant relationship. She is a wise and supportive guide as one navigates through life. I'm very grateful for her work and I highly recommend her services. - S.H. (Arizona, USA 2015)

Deb helped me to understand my talent strengths and personal values better. I had used assessment tools before but not had the chance to actually work with someone on applying them to my own life. It was a wonderful experience to speak from the perspective of my talents and values and how they were showing up or where I could lean into them more. I felt more confident and made progress with a difficult situation. I was feeling confused and frustrated about a situation and she helped me to find the way through, in a way that honored who I am uniquely. I made real progress and gained genuine insights that I will carry forward. - M.N. (Virginia, USA 2023)

Deb has proven to be one of the better coaches I have had the opportunity to work with. Deb has an anchored and supportive presence, well focused and building on her deep active listening. She partners to make the session pertinent for her client and I felt a real connection with her which allowed me to explore deep issues which have been holding me back.  I was able to explore deeply into some of the fears and limiting perspectives which have been holding me back on some of my most important goals. For each session I went away with enthusiasm to dig into ideas and actions I had defined to move myself forward. I've made huge progress and intend to make even more!. - P. C. (Paris, France 2022)

Deb's coaching style was very strengths-based. She was great at tying whatever problem or opportunity I was working on back to my personal VIA and Clifton strengths so that I could figure out solutions that worked for me. In addition, I learned mechanisms for bringing assertiveness to my workplace relationships with a values-based approach. Coaching with Deb was absolutely instrumental in helping me develop my voice and leadership abilities from a strengths and values based approach. - S.M. (Washington, USA 2023)

Deb is a wonderful coach! She is a great listener and asks wonderful questions. She helps keep me on track when I go off on rabbit trails. She's warm and authentic and caring. I'd say something almost off the cuff and she would hone in on it, and it would be an insightful exploration.  We only had 30-minute sessions but they were full of value. - A. G. (New York, USA 2022)