what you’re carrying is real & it makes sense.
If you grew up in an environment where your needs were neglected or exploited, you likely didn't have the chance to build a secure inner foundation. There may not have been someone to model boundaries, help you explore your own beliefs and desires, or show genuine interest in your growth. Survival came first. Everything else - confidence, identity, knowing what you actually want - got left behind.
That doesn't disappear when you enter the workforce. It shows up in how you address conflict, what you tolerate, and how you feel at the end of a workday. And it can make building a career that feels right seem quietly impossible.
It isn't. But it does take the right kind of support.
what coaching actually looks like…
These sessions teach you how to develop an empowered sense of self - practically, not just philosophically. You'll learn skills and take actionable steps toward meeting needs you may never have had modeled for you.
In 1:1 sessions, you'll receive a holistic, realistic perspective on your situation - not just validation, but honest clarity. Blind spots and insecurities will be explored neutrally, without judgment. Every accomplishment, no matter how small, will be recognized. And when the weight of owning your own story feels heavy, because sometimes it will, you won't be left to face it alone.
One important note: These sessions are coaching, not trauma therapy. The personal and professional can blur and often overlap. However, if unresolved trauma is present, working with a trauma specialist alongside or before coaching may help you get the most out of this work.
Find the support that fits you right where you are…
switch support
You feel trapped in a career that’s toxic or doesn’t fit and are ready to make a change.
recovery support
You've already stepped away from a career and want to start something new.
implementation support
You've started a new career and don’t want your past to interfere.
strive &thrive support
You're deeply committed to your long-term growth and want consistent support to get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
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This is not typical career coaching. The focus of sessions will never be about resumes, job hunting, or interviews. Although those topics could be involved in some conversations, the focus of coaching is to empower you with the foundational skills that support your ability to make as many intentional and authentic choices as possible in your career. The outcomes you can expect to gain as a result of this career coaching are:
A clearly identified direction for the next steps of your career journey.
Expanded awareness of limiting patterns developed in childhood that prevent your desired growth.
Identification of likely root causes of limiting patterns.
Knowledge of skills that you can implement to overcome limitations and achieve goals.
Identification of abilities and qualities that can be used in your career.
Greater self-confidence and self-respect as a result of being seen and heard.
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Any homework provided between coaching sessions is given in hopes that it will make efficient use of the time we have together. Homework may consist of answering several questions that will help prepare you to share what’s most meaningful and pertinent to you in the session. It may consist of watching a video or reading an article about a concept. Homework between sessions will most often require no more than an hour of your time.
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❶ Book your free 30-minute consultation using the button below.
❷ Complete a short pre-assessment. You'll receive it once your booking is confirmed. It helps me understand where you are and what you're working toward.
❸ Attend your consultation and get a feel for whether this is the right fit.
❹ Take the time you need to make your decision.
❺ Book your first session when you're ready.
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You can reach me via email at owningyourcareer@gmail.com or schedule a live call with the button below.