Retirement Transition Coaching
You've worked so hard for so long. Now you get to decide how you'll spend the precious days and years ahead. What a gift!
Like all of life's big transitions, retirement brings a lot of emotions -- from excitement and happiness, to fear and doubt.
What Will Your Next Chapter Be About?
Maybe you have no idea yet, or a bit of an idea -- but no clarity really. There are so many important decisions and choices you'll need to make. Yet research shows that most people take more time planning a 2-week vacation than they do for their retirement.
Finally freed up from work, how will your days line up with your passions & values? Those who do plan for retirement focus on the financial part, understandably. But this can overlook things that are equally important in retirement fulfillment -- that is -- your purpose & identity, relationships, and day-to-day lifestyle.
How about the dreams and interests that have been left on the sidelines for years...or the ones you haven't even dreamt of yet?
These can be hard questions to answer. And we humans tend to avoid what is hard.
Coaching Can Make it Easier (and more enjoyable) to plan your transition.
That's where I come in. As a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), I specialize in life and retirement transitions. I can help you navigate it all -- whether you're getting close to retirement or are already retired and not feeling fulfilled. You can get clarity about creating your positive path forward and begin to move towards it.
My aim is to help you create a next chapter that excites you and steers clear of you regretting missed opportunities later on.
How does Coaching work
Our on-line coaching conversations will help you cut through the fog and design a plan. You'll be giving yourself the dedicated time needed to think, feel and explore. We use coaching tools, assessments/tools, positive psychology and mindfulness approaches to help you track a path to your well-being in retirement.
Who Are My Clients
They are individuals from many paths of life -- from professionals in corporate, non-profit and government settings, to U.S. diplomats and foreign service staff, to empty nest parents, and more. They may be planning out for retirement later on or already be retired.
What my clients all have in common is a strong commitment and drive to grow and build a fulfilling next chapter for themselves.
Expertise & Credentials
I have been a certified coach specializing in work/life transitions & well-being for more than two decades.
Professional Certified Coach (PCC).
ICF/International Coach Federation (only 1 in 8 coaches hold this designation)
Transition Coach & Counselor, US Department of State/Foreign Service, Job Search Transition Program, since 2011
Retirement Coaches Association (RCA), Member
The Retirement Project, Certified Professional Retirement Coach (CPRC) training program
Now What Program, Facilitator for 90-day coaching program to help people discover their life direction
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) Virginia, Maryland and Washington, DC
Let's connect
Schedule a free 15-minute coaching Discovery Call with me to discuss where you are now and how Coaching can help you move you towards your Positive Path.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does retirement coaching work?
The coaching program is 3-months long, with two hours of coaching per month, and support/communication in between. Coaching sessions are done, 1-on-1 via Zoom or even telephone, if you prefer. Your coaching is completely tailored to you, your current situation and goals. Cost is $1500. Individual coaching sessions are also available for $275.
Is there work to do between sessions?
Yes, prep work, assessments, follow-up reading or tasks between sessions are part of the program. You can estimate spending one or a few hours each week on your coaching goals - it is completely up to you. Questions, shares, or accountability check-ins between sessions are available by email.
If I want more coaching after the initial coaching program, how does that work?
After the initial 3-month coaching program, additional sessions are available to you in individual sessions or purchased in packages for cost savings.
What makes your coaching approach unique when it comes to the retirement transition?
As both a Professional Certified Coach and a licensed therapist (LCSW) I bring unique understanding and experience in working with people on life transitions and retirement. I've worked with hundreds of professionals as a retirement/transition counselor for the US Department of State since 2011.
Is Coaching the same as Therapy?
No, coaching and therapy are two different fields and approaches. While both seek to help people improve their life, coaching is aimed at identifying goals, planning, and accountability, and tends to be shorter-term. Therapy focuses on mental health conditions like anxiety and depression, and helping people to understand themselves, manage and work through issues that may be holding them back in life.
I keep my work in these two professional fields separate -- and provide a client with either Coaching or Therapy, but not both. I can also provide referrals for qualified and experienced coaches or therapists as clients request.