What is Trauma Informed Coaching?
Coaching in itself is a partnership between the client and coach in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires the client to maximize their personal and professional potential (as defined by the ICF).
Trauma informed coaching is unique from other forms of coaching in that the coaches have been trained to understand what trauma is, how it may show up in a session, and in what way to respond within the established boundaries and contractual agreements set between client and coach. This benefits the client through opening avenues of healing in a supportive and safe environment.
Isaiah 43:2
FAQs
How is coaching different from counseling?
A coach is a professional who helps individuals and achieve their personal and professional goals. We focus on the present and future, and work with clients to develop strategies for success.
A therapist, on the other hand, is a mental health professional who helps individuals address and overcome emotional and psychological issues. They tend to focus on the past as well as present, and include diagnoses and treatment plans.
*Coaching is not a replacement for therapy. Therapy is a resource that is beneficial to most people. Coaching is meant to benefit clients alongside therapy or after therapy.
What can I seek coaching for?
Anything you would like help navigating! There is no limit on what you can bring to a coaching session.
Some examples include:
Upcoming decisions to make
Career planning
School planning
Divorce Support
Reconciliation Support
Navigating traumatic events
Times of transition
Homesteading organization
Interpersonal relationships
Family challenges
Marriage communication
Neurodiversity challenges
and so much more
How long is a session?
Between 30-60 minutes, depending on the client's needs and scheduling. Some sessions may wrap up sooner than expected, and some may need a bit more time than expected. I usually schedule for 60 minutes to allow flexibility.
What are your credentials?
I am a certified Trauma-Informed Coach through Moving the Human Spirit, having completed 60 hours of course training. I am currently pursing Accreditation through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) as an Accredited Certified Coach (ACC). Deep Waters Coaching LLC is a legally registered company through the state of Nebraska.
Do you take virtual clients?
Yes! I meet clients local to Lincoln, NE, and I can meet virtually via Zoom with clients worldwide. If you have questions about time zone and scheduling, send me an email and we'll find a time that works for us both!
Do I have to be a Christian to seek faith-based coaching?
I welcome clients of all belief systems to seek my services. I believe that everyone deserves access to quality care regardless of their personal beliefs or values. I am committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all clients, and I strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels respected and valued.
How is faith-based coaching different from secular coaching?
As a Christian coach, I offer faith-based techniques in my sessions that secular coaches may not offer. These include, but are not limited to, prayer, Scriptural meditation, worship music ambience, Scripture memorization, and faith-based resources. All of these are optional and available at the client's request, along with more commonly found techniques such as breathing exercises, somatic work*, grounding exercises, and other psychology-based resources.
*helping the body nagivate memories on a body-based level to experience relief from trauma symptoms