Question 1

What is the difference between coaching and therapy?

Accepted Answer

Therapy:
Focused on healing from the past 
Helps people get to a better functioning state
Treatments for disorders

Coaching:
Focused more on the future than the past
Takes people who are functioning and helps them excel
Helps people identify what they truly want and what's in the way

Therapy and coaching complement each other and many people utilize both.
Attentive therapists will often refer clients to coaching when they have "graduated" from therapy.

Question 2

What happens in a coaching session?

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The short answer is: 
I will ask lots of questions for you to answer and there are no "right" or "wrong" answers.

Here are some other things to note:
I will ask you what you are wanting help with or struggling with.
I will listen skillfully to your answers.
I will help you focus in on specifics and get very factual, at times.
I will often pause you (sometimes mid-sentence) in order to get clarity or to look closer at something you've said.
I will teach you concepts and tools that are applicable to what you're wanting help with.
I will help you uncover your own wisdom and tasks for moving forward.

Question 3

Will you judge me for the things I tell you?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely not!
I can assure you that this is a completely safe space, free of judgment.
I have worked with ALL kinds of people around the world and I have heard it ALL.
I have deep respect for all the humans and their situations.
There isn't anything you can bring that I will judge you for or be surprised by.

Question 4

How are coaching sessions conducted?

Accepted Answer

Sessions with me take place on Zoom. 
You will receive a Zoom link in a confirmation email after you book a session.
You can use a computer, smartphone or tablet.
It is preferable, but not required, for you to have your video on. 
Make sure you are in a position to give your full attention.
Don't be doing things such as: driving, running, shopping.

Question 5

How many sessions will I need?

Accepted Answer

This all depends on what you are trying to change or accomplish.
It's possible that one session will provide the help you're wanting.  For this reason I do not require my clients to purchase packages or make a commitment of several months, like many other coaches do.
In your first session we will discuss what you are wanting to work on and go from there.

Question 6

How often should I have a session?

Accepted Answer

This totally depends on you.
I believe that my clients have great inner wisdom when they allow themselves to access it.
Many of my clients schedule more than one session a week and others schedule monthly.  I trust you to determine what is right for you.  This is another reason why I simply make my schedule available and do not require packages or commitments.

Question 7

What preparation do I need to make before my sessions?

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The short answer is: "Nothing."
There is no pressure with a coaching session.  Seriously.
You can know exactly what you want to work on or you can have no idea.  I've got you, either way.
Some of my most powerful sessions have been with clients who came with nothing specific to work on.  Try it!
No problem if you're nervous.  I'm almost always nervous when I'm being coached, too.  
However you show up to your session is awesome.

Question 8

Will my sessions and my information be private?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely!  
I will never share information about you.
I will not share anything about working with you.
You may tell people anything you want about our sessions, but I won't.
See the Terms and Conditions for more information.

Question 9

How does payment for coaching sessions work?

Accepted Answer

Payment is made by credit card or PayPal when the session is booked.

Question 10

What if I have to miss my session?

Accepted Answer

Your confirmation email will include a link button to reschedule your session.
You can reschedule up to 24 hours ahead.
If you have a family or medical emergency, please email me at mimiportercoaching@gmail.com to give the facts of the situation.  I will consider this on a case-by-case basis.
You can allow someone else to attend the session by giving them your zoom link.  Please send me an email if you're going to do this.

Question 11

How do I get a Zoom link for our session?

Accepted Answer

When you book a session, you will receive a confirmation email that includes the Zoom link.  
Make sure you carefully enter the correct email address when you book your sessions.
Email overcomediscouragement@gmail.com if you do not receive a confirmation email.

Question 12

Do I have to use a computer for our sessions?

Accepted Answer

No.  You don't have to use a computer.
You can also use a smartphone or a tablet for our sessions.
Be in a place where you can give your full attention.
Do not be doing things like: driving, running or shopping.

Question 13

Can I purchase sessions as a gift for someone?

Accepted Answer

The short answer is Yes.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
Make sure the person you are giving the session to WANTS to be coached. 
Don't make assumptions for someone else that they would want coaching.  
Coaching is not for everyone.
Coaching is only beneficial for people who are wanting to make a change and are willing to do the work of being open and honest.

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