| Q:
Is coaching the same as therapy?
A:
No. Although I am a licensed mental health counselor, coaching
is NOT therapy. The main difference is that therapy focuses
on healing past psychological pain, while coaching focuses
on present and future goals.
Before
beginning a coaching relationship, you'll be asked to complete
an extensive questionnaire. If it's determined that your
needs would be better served therapeutically, I will discuss
options with you. Learn more about my counseling
services.
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Q:
Why hire Susan Fee as my coach?
A:
An investment in your personal growth should not be taken
lightly. The first thing you need to know is that I walk
my talk! For the past 12 years, I've applied my knowledge
of human development, motivation, and success to the business
world. As a corporate trainer, I've helped clients like Disney,
Motorola, and United Airlines achieve peak performance.
As
a mental health professional, I'm trained to listen to your
story with unique insight. I have an understanding of human
behavior, motivation, and life transitions. I have experience
in helping clients achieve work/life balance, manage crises,
and establish effective relationships. I'm able to listen
without judgment, with an understanding of both your subjective
and objective experiences.
On
a personal level, I live and breathe what I recommend for
others. I am happily married, a mother, and enjoy strong
relationships with my friends. I invest daily in my own well-being.
I am fit mentally, spiritually, physically, and financially.
I believe in coaches and mentors and have hired them myself.
I have achieved many of my personal dreams, and have many
more to go! I believe in life-long learning, and I will always
be a life-long student.
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What's Your Coaching Philosophy?
A:
My number one goal is to help you realize your desires. I
am an advocate for your life satisfaction, as you define it.
I believe you have the inner wisdom necessary to accomplish
what you want, even though you may not have fully tapped into
yet.
I
develop a collaborative, supportive relationship tailored
to your needs. I'll get to know you well, and help you understand
yourself even better. I emphasize responsibility. Making
changes in your life can be hard. I will not do the work
for you, and if it becomes apparent you're not up to the challenge,
I'll let you know. I operate with respect. In no way will
I insert my personal agenda into your goals. The coaching
relationship is all about you!
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Q:
What's a Typical Coaching Session?
A:
Clients are unique, and so is their coaching. I work with
clients to clearly establish their goals, and then develop
a strategy. This is a collaborative process. Depending on
client needs, sessions can be face-to-face, by phone, or email.
Most clients find phone and email contact convenient for their
busy lives, and it can be done from any location.
Sessions
are highly interactive. We will discuss your progress, successes,
and roadblocks. An agenda and timeline will be set for new
steps to be taken. Homework may be assigned. I will ask
you questions to help guide you in discovering your own wisdom.
I will ask you to keep clarifying what you need from me, and
how I can best serve our relationship. You'll also receive
my honest feedback and pointers on how to expedite your progress.
Sessions
last between thirty minutes and one hour with the number of
total sessions varying based on the program you choose:
Long distance or in-person and one time or month-to-month
(see below). You set the agenda and the calendar. Since
personal responsibility is paramount to your success, missed
sessions are re-scheduled.
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Q:
What does it cost?
A:
Depending on your needs, there are two programs available:
Long distance (phone and email only) or in person.
These sessions can be booked as one-time or month-to-month.
One-time,
individual sessions are effective for brief assessment, brainstorming,
and gaining clarity on immediate goals and/or problem solving.
Individual sessions work well for clients who want
to utilize services "as needed," rather than an on-going program.
The fee for this service is $200 per hour, or $250
for 1.5 hours. Sessions can be held by phone or in
person. The client is responsible for placing long distance
phone calls or the cost of travel for face-to-face coaching.
A
month-to-month program is the most effective approach for
focusing on ambitious or complex coaching goals. Examples
include: enriching personal or work relationships, developing
stronger communication skills, preparing for a presentation,
creating more life-balance, discovering new life goals, and
developing higher levels of productivity.
The
long distance program includes
two 30-minute sessions per month by phone and unlimited email
communication and support. The fee for this service
is $300 per month. Prepayment discounts are available
for 3-5 months of service (10%) and 6+ months (15%).
In person coaching includes four one-hour sessions per month.
The fee for this program is $400 per month plus travel
to your location (if applicable). Long term discounts
apply as noted above. Contact Susan for a quote.
Click
here to go to Susan Fee's services and price listings. You can also now sign up for her coaching services online
and pay with major credit cards via paypal.
Payment
is required upfront. Missed appointments will be rescheduled.
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