People with chronic pain have goals, just like anyone else. We have social goals, physical goals, career goals, relationship goals. But pain can present a powerful barrier to making forward progress.
The term 'coach' often describes someone who gives advice and direction, but that's not what I do. I am a change partner.
As a chronic pain survivor, wellness coaching appealed to me because of its forward-looking focus on positive change; it offers support and the possibility of a more vibrant future. It's not a blueprint for eliminating your pain, and I don't hold myself out as a chronic pain expert, physician or therapist. I am a process expert, a skilled facilitator, an empathetic listener, and change guide well-versed in the process of successful goal setting. I provide the sounding board, steady guidance, and accountability that can help you turn your goals into actions and your actions into sustainable, long-term behavior change. I may not have experienced your specific pain journey, but there is definitely a bond between chronic pain survivors that I think makes all the difference in a client feeling understood and accepted as they are; safe to try new things to in order to create a more vibrant life.
You can read my story and client change stories on the about page.
Contact me to schedule a free phone consultation to help you decide if this process and community might be a good next step for you. You are not alone.
