I provide personalized coaching to nurture self-compassion, unlock creativity, develop leadership, and help my clients achieve personal and professional success.
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I meet with clients for 60-minute sessions on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly basis - your cadence will be determined jointly in your discovery session.
Most sessions are conducted virtually; however, I may meet in person with clients in Chicago, IL on an ad hoc basis.
My Coaching Philosophy​
My coaching approach is grounded in the following principles:​
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Each client is a whole person. You may come to me with goals around leadership and your career, but the work we do in these areas will be impacted by the other priorities in your life.
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Self-compassion is an ongoing practice. Finding balance here, without over-indexing on perfectionism or arrogance, is a lifelong journey.
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Creativity is a universal gift to be unlocked. As a songwriter myself, I have felt the power that creativity can unleash - both personally and professionally. But the way creativity manifests in each of us is unique; there is no "right way." Finding/exploring your own is transformational.
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​Coaching is a space for emotional expression, but is not therapy (and I am not a therapist!). I'd like to challenge the idea that any discussion of feelings must be in a mental health space, but also state firmly that I do not have the skills to provide treatment for mental health diagnoses.
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Coaching must lead to action and impact performance and results; otherwise, it's just a series of pleasant conversations. Sessions are a combination of discovery, reflection, and action planning.​​
Marketing Director - Tech Industry
Michelle is more than a coach; she is a life ally. She listens compassionately and provides clarity to help you manage professional and personal challenges, however big or small. She empowers you to develop and nurture your inner strength, enabling you to become a more, all-around grounded person. I am so thankful to have met Michelle, as she has been an immensely positive force in my life. I look forward to continuing to work with her as I grow in my life and career.
Teacher - Middle School
Michelle helped guide me back to my priorities and values after being in graduate school and feeling disconnected from myself. She uses kind questions that help you recenter and allow yourself to name what really matters to you with confidence!
If you're a high-performing perfectionist who wants to get to the next level without burning out, or if you're feeling stuck in your life or career, I may be the coach for you.
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I have a particular affinity for folks of Asian descent, members of the LGBTQ+ community, women/non-binary individuals, and millennials.