Coaching FAQs

Although we customize coaching to the needs of the client, most clients make an initial commitment to twelve coaching sessions.

One client came to coaching because of a psychological block to completing a piece of writing. We worked together to reframe his thinking about that piece, and he surprised himself by finishing it in just a few weeks. Another client in a leadership role has continued with coaching over several years because she appreciates the extra edge it gives her. Between those two examples are clients who use coaching to develop new habits and ways of operating, and feel ready to “fly solo” after a six- or twelve-month course of coaching.

Rena is a graduate of the Mentor Coach Program and also trained with the Coaches Training Institute (CTI). Although coaching is distinct from therapy, her years of training and experience as a therapist also gave her excellent preparation for coaching. All of our coaches have trained with programs accredited by the International Coach Federation, the premier professional organization for executive and leadership coaches. Read our affiliate coach biographies.

The client and coach participate in structured, collaborative conversations. We engage clients in a variety of coaching methods including assessment, strategizing, visualization, creating structures, metaphor, and more. Incisive questions are also employed to bring clients greater clarity and allow them to move beyond self-imposed limits. Homework assignments are frequently incorporated to consolidate learning and allow the client to progress between sessions.

We are glad to offer a free twenty-minute consultation to discuss how coaching can help you to reach your goals. You can schedule a consultation by emailing Rena@LeaderAcademic.com or calling (734) 665-4885.