ABOUT ME

With a background in counseling psychology and organizational leadership, I will joyfully support you to take the next step on your journey towards living your best life. Whether you’re looking for coaching to help manage life after a significant change, desire to move forward or change direction in your career, or simply want to explore what it means to live your best life - I have the experience and skills to assist you as you begin living intentionally and in accordance with your purpose.

EDUCATIONAL & PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

As a true believer in training and education, I have an MA in Counseling Psychology and an MS in Organizational Leadership. I’ve spent the past twenty-two years working as a mental health professional and leader in a medium-sized non-profit based in California. As a result of this work, I’ve had the privilege of walking beside hundreds of individuals courageously striving for health and wellness after experiencing the trauma of homelessness. This work inspires me on a daily basis and fills me with awe at the resiliency of the human spirit.

I am also a Certified Professional Coach, having attended a year-long coach training program in 2019. You can learn more about the program I attended, Transformational Coaching Essentials (TCE) at https://mclarencoaching.com/coach-training/. I then served as a staff coach for the second TCE cohort in 2020.

I completed a Breakthrough Coaching program a year later that grounded me in the reflective inquiry framework and increased my skills as a Coach. I became certified as a Breakthrough Coach in 2021. You can learn more about this program at https://www.wbecs.com/programs/ by clicking on the link for “Breakthrough Coaching”.

Life Experience

I’m a wife, a mother of two, and a grandmother of four. I care deeply and cry more often than I like to admit. I’m an avid reader and I love the outdoors and spending time with my family. I’m passionate about my work and I’m a strong advocate. I love learning and being in school.

I tend to take people at face value and I’m rarely disappointed. I work hard and don’t always play hard enough - but I’m getting better in this area. I’m an introvert and sometimes socially awkward. You won’t often find me at parties and you’ll never find me on a stage.

I’m new to meditation and enjoy it immensely. I’m looking forward to traveling more over the next decade and hope to explore a lot more of the United States while also spending some time in Ireland and Italy.

NEW YORK

Family fun in 2021 watching my then 12-year old grandson play baseball at Cooperstown! The photo above is of me and my then 8-year old grandson watching the final game of the series. So much FUN!

I’d love to help you find your new path. See how you can work with me and discover how to live your life on purpose.

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TESTIMONIALS

Elizabeth Madden

“Having been in therapy for many years, I was skeptical about meeting with a life coach. But, my sessions with Alexis were amazing! Alexis listened to what I said. She not only heard the words, she heard me through my facial expressions and body language. She didn’t tell me what to do. Alexis asked intelligent questions, allowing me to discover the steps necessary to improve my life and perspectives. Alexis has definitely found her niche! ”
Anna Silva

“I began working with Alexis in February 2021. I was in a very dark place and desperately needed some guidance. From the very beginning, Alexis’ coaching style allowed me to believe in the work we were doing and to look within myself to find answers to the questions that were holding me back. Through her process I was able to find my purpose, redefine my self-worth, and once again live my best life. I am forever grateful for the work I did with Alexis and I now know I possess the tools I need to live the life I deserve.”
Stephanie Alston

“Alexis is a fantastic coach to work with. Her encouragement, support, and guidance made all the difference in how my mindset was changed over our 12 weeks working together. She is a skilled listener, and kept me on track during our sessions while asking insightful and introspective questions every step of the way. I would absolutely recommend her coaching to anyone who is ready to take charge of their life direction and authentically step into a more awesome version of themselves.”
Alli Waldren

“The first time I spoke to Alexis, I knew she was the right coach for me. She is kind, loving, supportive, incredibly intuitive, understands we are all unique, and has a vast amount of experience and knowledge when it comes to supporting people who want to grow and be accountable. Alexis has helped me take off my blinders so I can see more clearly, be more confident. and live more joyfully. Working with Coach Alexis has helped me find my direction again. I’ve gained clarity. I’ve gained more insight about myself and my purpose, but most of all I’ve gained hope.”

MY COACHING METHOD

Focus

It all starts by learning how to focus on what you want.
Reflect

Next, you’ll reflect on what may be blocking you, and learn how to overcome these obstacles.
Refine

The last step? Learn how to continually refine what you’ve learned. Think of this as your new beginning.