Lindsay Havlicek Bell, Psy.D.

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Why Hire a Coach?

Why Hire a Coach?

Hiring a coach is going to facilitate transformation at a much quicker rate than going at it alone by leveraging human psychology.

Here are some examples of common reasons behind hiring a coach:

• finding fulfillment;

• needing to make health + lifestyle changes;

• needing to overcome limiting beliefs;

• finding alternative solutions;

• breaking out of ruts;

• thinking outside the box;

• accountability;

• support with focusing and taking meaningful action;

A good coach will help you eliminate self-sabotaging behaviors, improve your thinking patterns; and help you stay focused. They provide a safe and judgement-free space, honest feedback, will call you out, and hold you accountable.

A coach can make all the difference in your life, help you turn your dreams into reality, and improve your health and well-being so you can get the absolute most out of your life!

Why hire a psychologist for life coaching?

A psychologist is an expert in human behavior. They've undergone years of training, supervision, and clinical experience. They understand the way the mind and emotions work, and can leverage their expertise in human psychology to facilitate powerful and meaningful change.

There are zero requirements for someone to call themselves a life coach. Unfortunately this means many coaches lack education and training when working with individuals. They have no ethical guidelines or best practices to follow. They are not well equipped with evidence based practices. They may be ineffective, or even worse - can cause damage.

Of course this isn't black or white and just because someone has a degree doesn't mean they're awesome! This is just something to consider when hiring a coach. Ask about their training, experience, and licensure. Hiring a coach is an investment, and you don't want a coach who is just pushing the latest coaching trend on instagram!

You want + deserve results!

If you’re interested in what it’s like to work with me + want to schedule a discovery call, learn more here.