nice to meet you
1. I coach. I’ve been coaching full time since 2008 and there’s no other work that I would rather do… there’s something about that intuitive flow I get into when I’m 1:1 with a client. I take a holistic approach (mind, body, spirit, your connection to nature, etc…) because every aspect of our lives is interwoven, so I’ll come from all angles to help you really rock your life. There are a few different ways we can work together–read about them here: The Program options.
Nothing lights me up like witnessing a client break through limiting beliefs and grab hold of his or her dreams. Most of my clients are 30ish to about 40 years old. You can hear what they have to say about my work here.
I pull from my experience as a coach and mentor, education and various trainings. These are some of the practices I’ve studied: meditation, Jungian psychology, dream analysis, chakra therapy, creativity, therapeutic nutrition, breath work, intuition, death & grief therapy, shamanism, world religions & spirituality.
My coaching philosophy: I come from the belief that YOU know intuitively what’s best for you. My job is to help you see that path a little more clearly, and add practical and applicable guideposts along the way. I’ll ask the questions that will help you get clear on what you want and how to get it. I’ll also make suggestions based on my experience, knowledge and intuition, but the foundation of my coaching is that YOU are responsible for your thoughts, feelings, actions and reactions.
2. I write. I blog, write articles, poetry and memoir, and am editor of Awaken Consciousness Magazine.
3. I speak. I’ve presented talks and workshops internationally to corporations and at conferences.
“Mindie’s a compassionate commando. She’s a no-BS kinda gal with a lot of heart. She combines practicality with passion.” ~ Paula Byrne
When I’m not working with clients, I love traveling, volunteering, reading and eating! I’m an amateur foodie and an adventure-seeker. I’ve biked down the Oregon coast from Washington to California and backpacked through the Wind River range in the Rockies. I’ve traveled throughout Europe, and lived and worked in Africa. I recently became a Hoopnotica Certified Instructor–hoop dance is my latest passion.
my past life
I worked in Research & Development at a Fortune 100 company – from this, I gained valuable insight into leadership, training and corporate responsibility. I also worked as a wilderness trip guide and led many excursions on America’s rivers and trails. In the wilderness, creativity is key.
In 2006, I was awarded a Global Health Fellowship to work in Nairobi, Kenya on HIV/AIDS prevention initiatives based on my previous work with women and children in developing countries. Some day I will publish a memoir about my experiences there.
I co-authored Wake Up Women: Be Happy, Healthy & Wealthy which rose to #7 on the Barnes & Noble bestseller list in 2009. I was also associate editor at Silk Road literary journal.
As an undergrad, I studied theology; my graduate degrees are in creative writing and metaphysics.
I’m happy to answer any questions you have about my work or coaching sessions. Please feel free to call me at 480.420.4446 or email me.
