The Good Health Coach on How Coaching Works

Initially, we meet each other either in person or over the phone and chat about your needs, desires, and dreams. It's important to me that we are a good match, and that I believe that I will be an effective, valuable coach for you. This first session is just for that purpose, and is a free session. During that conversation you will get to know more about me and how I work, and I will get to know more about you and what type of support you need. If I'm not the perfect coach for you, I will help you find a better fit for your needs.

Then we figure out what kind of support is best for you, for your goals, for your time, and for your budget. I offer several packages that range from individual coaching to a comprehensive makeover that includes the services of a personal nutritionist and a personal fitness trainer in addition to weekly coaching session.

FIRST STEP of coaching will be a longer session when we will look at where you are, where you want to go, and what resources your have and need to get there. This first session can take a couple hours. It is the first step of the five step process that we use. (Check out the five step process here.)

Next, we will set up your regular weekly times, and you telephone me each week. Payment is made by credit card or check monthly on the first day of the month for the coaching fee.

The initial contract for coaching is three months. I recommend an expectation of a 9-12 month relationship, because we are talking about a full lifestyle change, which is stable and maintainable. I want you to win, and I know that when anyone stops their process before the new lifestyle is stable, they most often return to old habits. I'm on your side and I'll do whatever I can to be sure you succeed.

Sheryl Eldene, MA, CLC, ACC
Mail: 4702 S.W. Scholls Ferry Rd. #421, Portland, Oregon 97225
Phone 503-297-8805
Email: sheryl@oplcenter.com

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