YOU are Exactly Where YOU are Meant to be…
ABOUT KRISTEN
I’m Kristen and my work is about supporting you in realizing your potential, connecting with your intentions, and finding opportunities instead of limits. Whether you’re in the corporate world wanting to make changes, going through a life transition, or searching for balance, meaning and purpose, you are disrupting your status quo and chances are you’re feeling unsettled for what your new “normal” will look like.
There was a time in my life, many years ago, when change and crisis were coming at me fast and hard - change I wasn’t expecting, didn’t want, and fought with my entire being. I felt terrified, overwhelmed, and completely paralyzed. I had never been to therapy but knew I needed help and visited a psychiatrist.
He told me I wasn’t depressed, but that I was experiencing most of life’s most stressful experiences all at the same time..divorce with 3 children under the age of 5, the youngest with a birth defect who was undergoing treatment, moving to a state where I knew no one, leaving my senior marketing/PR position to become a stay at home mom, and a cancer diagnosis. He assured me I would get through it. So I left, seriously wondering if and when this nightmare was ever going to end. While feeling sorry for myself, I booked a trip, which turned out out to be exactly what I needed. I happened to be seated next to lady on the plane who was a wellness coach. She shared with me her journey and how she had lost her husband to cancer which inspired her to help others in this area. Through our shared stories we ending up bonding over the four hour flight. As we parted ways, we hugged and exchanged information..as I reminded myself, there are no coincidences.
The rest was history. I started working with a coach shortly thereafter, and everything in my world started changing. Gradually, I got to know myself better than ever before and eventually became the person I was truly meant to be. It wasn’t easy, and there were many life lessons I had to learn along the way..and am still learning everyday..but now my toolbox is full of the right and necessary tools to get me through any situation. I have been through the coaching process and know it works. It was one of the greatest gifts I have ever received and I want to share it with you. If I can do it…you certainly can too!
EDUCation & Experience
Marshall Goldsmith Top 100 Coaches Nomination.
My work includes 20 years of experience, 12 years in the corporate sector, 7 years in education, and 4 years in counseling/nonprofit sector.
My coaching degree, CPC, Certified Professional Coach, comes from iPEC – The Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching.
iPEC is a top tier coaching program certified by the global International Coaching Federation organization.
Undergraduate studies completed at DePauw University in Indiana. Double major in Communications and Spanish.
Masters in Business received from Loyola University in Chicago.
Masters in Spanish received Middlebury College in Vermont. Renowned for language and literature.
Energy Leadership Certification Master Practioner.