Coaching is a special honor. Except for love, there is no greater gift a person can give another than the gift of education, self-awareness, and personal growth. ~Caren Robinson
What exactly is a life transition?
Periods in life involving lots of change to lifestyle, or any change or adjustment that impacts your life in a significant way.
Examples of life transitions are
- Self-discovery, purpose exploration, goal setting, educational pursuits, or mid-life transitions
- Relationship changes involving dating, marriage, divorce, parenting, caregiving, family, or shifting social dynamics
- Career-related changes such as starting a new job, promotions, burnout, career shifts, retirement, or job loss
- Relocation, moving, travel, leaving for college, or major lifestyle changes
- Grief, loss, and bereavement involving loved ones, pets, relationships, careers, or meaningful life roles.
- Adapting to life changes following trauma, chronic illness, caregiving responsibilities, or disabling injury
How are results determined when working with Vital Ability, LLC?
Regardless of which program you utilize with us, individualized results are influenced by several different factors, such as the participation level of a client, consistency from a client, readiness of the client to change, personal situation of the client, support system of the client, and commitment of the client to the process. Intentional efforts, collaborations made with coaches, self-reflection, accountability, and developing practical action steps together throughout the process may contribute to achieving significant growth.
Occasionally, it can be incredibly useful to work with an accountability partner. An accountability partner can help you explore motivation, strengthen coping strategies, and develop actionable steps that support organization, planning, time management, appointments, daily responsibilities, and other life complexities you may wish to address throughout the process.
See our Testimonials page for more information from other clients with whom we have worked.
When you’ve spent your whole life listening to others, it takes courage to pay attention to the sound of your own voice. ~ Unknown
How is Coaching defined, and what is the difference between Coaching and Consulting?
Vital Ability offers both coaching and consulting-style services depending on the needs, goals, and nature of the support requested.
Coaching focuses on helping individuals move from where they are toward where they want to be through self-awareness, reflection, accountability, goal-setting, and intentional action. Coaches support clients through powerful questions, collaborative exploration, encouragement, and structured growth processes designed to help individuals identify solutions, direction, and strategies for themselves.
Being a Certified Coach means that a coach has completed formal training through a credentialed or accredited coaching program affiliated with the International Coaching Federation (ICF) or another recognized governing body. Coaches may be fully credentialed, actively working toward certification, or completing additional coaching experience requirements, depending on their current certification pathway.
While there are multiple organizations within the coaching industry, the International Coaching Federation (ICF) is widely recognized as one of the leading independent organizations establishing professional coaching standards, ethical guidelines, and core coaching competencies. Other recognized coaching organizations and credentialing bodies include the Center for Credentialing & Education (CCE), Board Certified Coach (BCC), European Mentoring and Coaching Council (EMCC), Association for Coaching (AC), International Association of Coaching (IAC), and Certified Coaches Alliance (CCA).
ICF-credentialed coaches are professionals who have met established education, training, and experience requirements while demonstrating an understanding of recognized coaching competencies and ethical standards. In addition, ICF coaches agree to follow ethical guidelines designed to help protect and support coaching clients and consumers.
Because coaching is not regulated in all areas, some individuals may call themselves coaches without formal education or training. Choosing a trained and credentialed coach can provide greater reassurance that the coach’s services are grounded in professional education, ethical awareness, accountability, and recognized coaching standards.
For more information about Coaching, check out our “All About Coaching” page for frequent questions about Coaching. Please also check out our “Coaching Services” page
Consulting differs from coaching in that consulting involves providing more direct guidance, education, recommendations, resources, strategies, or professional insight related to a specific area of expertise. Consultants may provide information, recommendations, implementation support, or strategic direction based on their experience and specialized knowledge.
Consulting is about advising, giving suggestions, and/or providing direct information to the client. A consultant is usually an expert in a specific industry. They will often provide answers to questions related to that industry or topic, relate their experiences as needed, implement strategies, and supply the client with specific resources and a plan to achieve their goals. Please see our page about our Medical Advocacy Consulting services.
Pricing for consultant work is different from coaching. If you’re interested in hiring us as a consultant, please EMAIL US to evaluate your request.
Never be ashamed of a scar, it simply means you were stronger than whatever tried to hurt you. ~ Unknown
What does the Peer Coaching Exchange consist of?
Our “Coaching Circle Exchange” option includes a rotating circle of 3-6 coaches or participants working collaboratively to encourage accountability, professional growth, shared learning, and mutual support.
We offer a “1:1 Peer Coaching Exchange” for individuals who may not qualify for or prefer not to participate in a group coaching circle environment.
Each program is designed to provide opportunities for connection, collaboration, personal development, reflective learning, and supportive growth experiences within a structured and respectful setting.
Please review the appropriate program page to determine which option best aligns with your interests, goals, experience level, and type of training. Each page includes additional details and a registration form for those interested in participating.
What do the Freelance Services Consist of?
Vital Ability offers a variety of freelance and educational support services designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, groups, organizations, and community initiatives. Services may include educational workshops, webinars, advocacy education, wellness-focused learning experiences, digital educational content, public speaking, coaching-related support services, and customized projects tailored to specific goals or areas of interest.
Freelance services may vary depending on the nature of the request, project scope, availability, and desired outcomes. Customized options may be available for individuals, professionals, nonprofit organizations, businesses, educational settings, advocacy initiatives, and community-based programs.
Please contact us directly for additional information regarding available freelance services, collaboration opportunities, speaking requests, or customized educational support.
Feel free to check out our “Educational Workshops”.
“Education, self-awareness, advocacy, and growth have the power to transform lives.” ~ Caren Robinson
“Empowering Health. Inspiring Growth. Transforming Lives.” 