About My Coaching Practice

My practice is called Roots & Keys Life + Relationship Coaching;  it was founded in 2021 after I decided I wanted to take a break from providing traditional therapy post-pandemic. I had been doing that for a decade at that point, and it was time for a change.

Coaching is something new to a lot of people. You know about therapy, but these are very different approaches to human healing. I enjoy doing both, but they're not interchangeable. Let's figure out which is best for you.

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In short: coaching is more forward-focused and skills-focused. It assumes relative wellness and that if you had mental health stuff to work through, that you've done that work already. We do not dwell much in the past, and while we acknowledge it, we don't process trauma. We focus on today and tomorrow and "what to do."  (If you aren't sure which you need, go here)

One major difference is that unlike therapy, which relies on the continuity of regular sessions, in coaching I can see you every other week or twice a year- whatever works best for you - and still have the same level of investment in your happiness. You never "lose your spot;" I practice coaching in such a way that folks can just come and go.

The relationship we develop becomes a touchstone you can come back to when you need it. I sincerely love my clients and am deeply invested in your wellbeing. And my group sessions reflect the amazing range of humans I tend to attract!  

(*HINT HINT COME TO GROUP STUFF*) 

(Also- side note- if you're concerned about credentials and expertise because "life coach" sounds unserious, I fully understand.  I have an MSW from Wash U ('05) and I've been a licensed  clinical social worker since 2011 and am licensed in MO + IL, which is why I can also offer therapy in my other business. If therapy sounds more like what you're looking for, click here to go to my other website.) 

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I will say more below about specific human profiles + concerns that interest me, but you can also assess whether I feel good to you, and trust your gut that we'll vibe.  

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 Fees* for individual** coaching sessions (in person or virtual):  

$150/regular session (55 minutes)

$225/90 minutes

$75/30 minute quick virtual check-in

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*Packages, workshops, and discounts are available: book all of that here. 

​​​                  **Couples/relationship sessions have different fees. View that info here. 

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