TOP QUESTIONS
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN LIFE COACHING AND COUNSELING?
I feel that the answer is simple. In life coaching, you get results. In counseling, you focus on the problem and talk about feelings all day. With life coaching, we take action. We create forward movement. We recognize the problem. We address the problem and we create an action plan to move forward in whatever direction you feel guided towards moving to. I have been in the counseling industry for over a decade and it pains me when I meet with a client who has been switched around from therapist, psychotherapist, or counselor and I find that the work that they have done has been solely on soothing the symptoms with coping mechanisms. They go in and talk about the same thing over and over and expect different results. That is the definition of insanity, by Albert Einstein. I am not dismissing the value of coping mechanisms. I do believe that they can help lessen the intensity of an emotional reaction or a response to a situation. It gets exhausting doing that every time. Let’s add to that. We don’t have to focus on the problem. We acknowledge the problem and create a plan of action to create shift in our body’s response to certain stimuli, we reprogram your subconscious mind, and we start working toward your desires, your goals, your aspirations. We start creating the life that you have been dreaming of. I know this works because I am living proof. I have been on my healing journey for over 16 years (November 5, 2006). Life can be enjoyable. It all depends on you, your mindset, and how you choose to live. I hope that you choose you every damn day because you are worth it!
WHO IS LIFE COACHING NOT FOR?
Life coaching is not for people who are not interested in creating change in their life. My services are not for people who do not want to put in the work. Who do not make time for themselves. Who will not dedicate at least one minute to five minutes a day to create shift in their lives. People who are not open to being honest with themselves. People who are not interested in becoming vulnerable with themselves. People who do not want to talk. Most importantly, people who don’t want to change.
WHO IS LIFE COACHING GOOD FOR?
I always ask the Universe to gift me the ability to connect with individuals who are ready to create shift. Chances are if you are reading this and have gotten this far on my site, you probably are ready for life coaching. I am interested in coaching people who are serious about creating change in their life. People who are willing to do what it takes to create change in their lives. People who are tired of feeling stuck and want to do better and to be better for themselves. People who are ready to feel worthy and to create a life worth living rather than existing in what society has trained us to be acceptable. If you have a desire, a dream, or an idea, then you can put it into practice. You can achieve it. It all starts with you. With us. I can and will help you create shift as long as you are ready to take that leap of faith. You are worth more than you will ever know. Invest in you!
HOW ARE SESSIONS FACILITATED?
Sessions are facilitated at your choice of a Zoom video call or a Zoom phone call. You will have the option to have your Zoom call recorded or you can decline. The recording is just a bonus.Â
If you are visiting San Diego, California, and would like to have an in-person session, Stef is happy to make time for you and have a session outside at Balboa Park or an agreed spot of your choice.