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| Alison Smith |
West Chandler & Maricopa |
85138
85139
85225
85226
85249
85286 |
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Alison is a PCC and BCC certified coach who has been a member of ICF and ICFAZ since 2015. She has served on the professional development committee and is currently an Ambassador for the West Chandler and Maricopa areas. She is the founder of The Thrive Designer working with individuals and organizations to support people to thrive. |
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| Christina Noble |
NE Phoenix and Scottsdale |
85262
85263
85266
85268
85331
85377
85901
85936
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Christina is known for her innovative approach to combining coaching with optional mentoring to deliver exceptional results for her clients and employer sponsors. Her areas of expertise include Executive Presence, working with your Internal Critic, Effective Communication and Leading through Dynamic Change. She has partnered with clients across several verticals including technology & AI, healthcare, biosciences, air transportation, consultancy, and marketing/PR. Her coaching engagements span across business maturity models including start-ups, JVs, and Fortune 50. Earlier in her career at Sonora Quest, a Life Sciences Diagnostics company and Joint Venture between non-profit Banner Health and Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX), Christina was certified as an internal Korn Ferry 360 coach. Christina began her career at Accenture focusing on Healthcare Systems Integration (NYSE: ACN) and continued as Area Vice President at CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), until 2012 when she joined Sonora Quest Laboratories as Chief Growth Officer. Christina is Founder of Your Inside Counsel LLC Executive Coaching and Advisory, a
WBENC-certified Women Owned Business Enterprise.
Christina is an active member at Forbes Business Development Council. She is also Member, Board of Advisors at Checkable Health, Inc., and Fuzia.ai a n d Member, Coaches Advisory Board at Yoodli. She served on Finance & Audit and Compensation Committees and as past board chair for the Greater Phoenix Chamber and independent Director at MediKarma, Inc.. Christina holds a BA in Economics and International Relations from Scripps College and is certified in Innovation and Strategy by MIT Sloan School of Management and as Six Sigma Green Belt. Christina is an active member at Women Business Leaders in U.S. Healthcare and named 2023 Top 25 Outstanding Women in Business by the Phoenix Business Journal and 2025 Top Coaches in North America by Top Coach. She enjoys skiing, teaching yoga and exploring worldwide with her family.
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| Deanna Maddox & Janea Waite |
Virtual Community of Coaches |
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Deanna Maddox is a values-driven coach and community leader who believes growth happens best in environments rooted in trust, curiosity, and genuine connection. Known for her thoughtful presence and commitment to integrity, Deanna creates spaces where people feel seen, respected, and empowered to grow—both personally and professionally.
As Co-Director of Membership, her number one goal is to ensure members feel welcome, supported, and connected throughout their coaching journeys. She is passionate about fostering collaboration and helping members confidently engage with the chapter, the coaching community, and their own ongoing development.
When she isn’t coaching or volunteering, she likes to travel, do all things Disney, make handmade cards, read, and spoil her dog, Belle.
Janea Waite is an ICF ACC–credentialed coach and the founder of Waite4It Coaching. She brings a strong foundation in education to her coaching work, with two master’s degrees in education and a career as a teacher, instructional coach, and school administrator. Growing up in rural Arizona shaped her appreciation for connection, growth, and community. Fueled by her passion for helping others learn, grow, and discover their strengths, Janea enjoys partnering with people to explore the stories they tell themselves and uncover pathways toward meaningful goals.
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| Deb Bour |
Prescott Area |
86301
86303
86305
86314
86323
86327 |
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Debi is a new resident of Arizona, having moved from Minnesota in late 2023. She started training with Co-Active Training Institute in February 2024 and is on track to earn her ACC and CPCC in February 2025. Debi is the owner of Focused Ambition Coaching. She lives in Prescott Valley and is looking forward to getting to know more coaches in the Prescott area as an ICF AZ ambassador.
Debi's professional experience began as a Registered Dietitian where she was trained in using Motivational Interviewing to deliver Medical Nutrition Therapy to dialysis and kidney transplant patients. She was promoted to a Healthcare Operations Manager role, where she managed dialysis clinics and multidisciplinary healthcare teams for eight years. After earning a Master's degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology in 2020, she progressed into mentoring Healthcare leaders through weekly leadership mentoring calls and co-created a four-day leadership workshop for newer managers that had a positive impact on the retention and skill set of the participants.
Debi is passionate about coaching healthcare leaders toward higher levels of fulfillment in their careers and lives. She believes that developing strong leaders enhances team engagement and retention, fostering a deeper commitment to delivering the highest quality patient care.
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| Faye Hall |
West Phoenix Valley |
85304
85305
85306
85308
85310
85318
85345
85381
85382
85383
85385 |
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Faye Hall is a leadership coach who combines presence, practicality, and playfulness to support leaders and teams navigating complex environments. Her expertise is rooted in technology delivery, agile transformations, and product and platform operating models, allowing her to offer coaching grounded in real-world experience and credibility.
Faye's approach is informed by her extensive coach training, with an emphasis on presence-based methods and somatics, recognizing that meaningful change involves both the mind and body. She continues to deepen her knowledge through advanced study of Time to Think methodologies, including completion of the Time to Think Partnership and Foundations courses, further enhancing her commitment to fostering clear, independent thinking.
Dedicated to developing individuals for both present and future success, Faye works with clients to identify strengths, set goals, and achieve growth in their personal and professional lives. With a core value of service, she partners with clients to create actionable plans, increase self-awareness, and unlock new opportunities.
Faye leads and coaches with empathy, vulnerability, and humor. Since beginning her coaching career in 2001 after relocating from the UK for a technology role, she has become a thought leader in her field, championing leadership over management and highlighting the vital role of teams in delivering organizational value. Her focus on leadership coaching aims to drive positive outcomes within organizations by empowering individuals.
She holds Enneagram, ICP, and Working Genius certifications, and is recognized for her engaging presence, sharp insight, and ability to pose questions that uncover what truly matters. Faye believes that outstanding leadership should be human, embodied, and fulfilling, and that enhancing workplace effectiveness also improves overall quality of life. |
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Garrett Brill
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South Scottsdale |
85250
85251
85252
85253
85254
85257
85258
86261 |
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Garrett Brill is a leadership coach, speaker, and organizational consultant focused on well-being, performance, and human connection. He helps individuals and teams break through limitations, align with purpose, and lead with clarity and confidence. He began his career as a recruiter, helping companies build aligned, high-performing teams, and later became the first employee of a pediatric home care organization, where he led the development of a new division and helped grow the company into an award-winning organization recognized for its culture, patient care, and rapid growth.
Garrett holds his ACC from the ICF and a Professional Coaching Certification from University of Wisconsin–Madison. His work is grounded in the belief that the quality of our lives is shaped by the depth of our connections—both with ourselves and others.
He also integrates spoken word poetry into his keynotes and connection workshops, and is the author of Stardust: A Journey to Remember, a children’s book that inspires resilience and wonder. |
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| Jane Anderson |
North Central Phoenix |
85021
85022
85023
85027
85028
85029
85032
85051 |
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Jane Anderson began her coaching journey in 2021 and earned her ACC in 2023. She serves as the ICF Arizona Ambassador for the North Central Phoenix area. Jane has worked in small businesses in Ireland (audio visual, film and animation), big business in the United States (animation and at a credit card company in communications) and in government (communications) learning and growing along the way. Naturally lending an ear to peers and leaders was a precursor to becoming a coach, and finding her passion in helping others. Jane works with clients from the arts to business who want to set and achieve new goals, or complete ones already in motion. In addition to being an ambassador for ICF Arizona, Jane gives back as a board member of both the Irish Network Arizona, and the Irish Cultural & Learning Foundation. Jane resides in North Phoenix.
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| Janea Waite |
East Mesa |
85118
85119
85140
85142
85143
85203
85204
85205
85207
85208
85209
85212
85213
85215 |
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Janea Waite is an ICF ACC–credentialed coach and the founder of Waite4It Coaching. She brings a strong foundation in education to her coaching work, with two master’s degrees in education and a career as a teacher, instructional coach, and school administrator. Growing up in rural Arizona shaped her appreciation for connection, growth, and community. Fueled by her passion for helping others learn, grow, and discover their strengths, Janea enjoys partnering with people to explore the stories they tell themselves and uncover pathways toward meaningful goals. |
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| Jeannette Gomez |
Central Phoenix |
85008
85012
85013
85014
85015
85016
85018
85019
85020 |
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Jeannette Gomez, also known as Jay Gó, is a certified professional coach through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and the founder of Arriba Colibrí Empowerment Coaching, a Latina-owned coaching practice dedicated to unleashing leadership potential and elevating success. Known as The Curious Coach, Jay brings a powerful blend of curiosity, insight, and cultural grounding to her work—inviting clients to explore new perspectives, challenge limiting beliefs, and step into authentic leadership.
Rooted in a deep commitment to underserved communities, Jay empowers individuals to navigate life transitions and create meaningful, sustainable impact. Her approach is influenced by her Mexican Indigenous roots and her background in abstract, performance-based art—infusing her coaching with creativity, presence, and dynamic energy.
As an Ambassador, Jay is passionate about building connection within the coaching community, fostering collaboration, and expanding access to coaching as a tool for empowerment and equity. Through her work as The Curious Coach, she believes that powerful questions unlock transformation—and that leadership, when nurtured with intention, has the power to elevate individuals and communities alike. |
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| JoAnn Chrohn |
Gilbert, Sun Lakes |
85131
85233
85248
85295
85296
85297
85298 |
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JoAnn Crohn is a parenting educator and certified life coach who helps overwhelmed moms transform from martyrs to role models. As founder of No Guilt Mom and host of the award-winning No Guilt Mom Podcast, JoAnn has helped hundreds of women reclaim their joy while creating deeper family connections. A National Board Certified Teacher with a Master's in Education, JoAnn lives in Arizona with her husband of 19 years and their two children, ages 17 & 12. |
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| Ken Kilday |
Verde Valley |
86322
86324
86326
86336
86341
86351 |
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Ken Kilday founded Leader’s Cut, a leadership coaching practice committed to helping entrepreneurial business owners transform from overwhelmed operators to empowered leaders with independent, accountable teams. With a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential from the International Coaching Federation, Ken combines a strategic mind with a deeply empathetic approach, guiding clients through complex organizational challenges with clarity, kindness, and candor.
Before founding Leader’s Cut, Ken built a successful corporate career as an executive leader in financial services. Drawing from that experience—and fueled by a desire to do meaningful work on his own terms—he now coaches leaders across diverse industries, including healthcare, hospitality, and marketing. His specialty lies in aligning people, processes, and performance through structured coaching, behavioral assessments, and custom-built operating systems.
Ken is a Certified Executive Coach, Organizational Development Coach, Conflict Management Coach, and Career Coach. He is also certified in Positive Intelligence and Talent Dynamics, which are tools he uses to elevate leadership self-awareness and team dynamics. In 2024, he became a Small Business Flight Plan Coach through Business Made Simple, allowing him to deliver an even more robust strategic framework for his clients.
A proud ambassador for the Verde Valley district of the International Coaching Federation, Ken is passionate about growing the coaching profession, supporting local coaches, and advancing the impact of ethical, high-quality coaching in Northern Arizona and beyond.
When he’s not coaching, Ken can be found on a mountain bike trail, in a CrossFit gym, or planning his future appearance on Survivor. He lives in Sedona, Arizona with his husband and their thriving, joy-filled life. |
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| Liz Hernandez |
North Tucson |
85623
85658
85704
85718
85737
85739
85742
85755 |
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Above all, Liz Hernández values relationships built on trust, respect, and transparency. A former owner of contemporary art galleries, she has long been an advocate for creative expression and the power of possibility. Today, that advocacy extends to partnering with clients on their health and wellness journeys. Liz holds a post-baccalaureate certificate in Health and Wellness Coaching from the Maryland University of Integrative Health. She also serves as an Ambassador for ICF Tucson, supporting connection and growth within the local coaching community. With a curious, collaborative client-focused style, Liz is particularly interested in supporting individuals navigating midlife transitions as they discover their path toward greater wellness, resilience, and awareness. |
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| Caroll Rodriguez |
W. Mesa, Tempe, E. Chandler |
85202
85210
85224
85246
85281
85282
85283
85284
85287 |
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| Michelle Gray |
Flagstaff |
86001
86003
86004
86005
86023
86302
86335
86403
94555 |
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Michelle is a Solution-Focused Creative-Depth Coach who loves to work with persons who have been smashing their path to success but have come to realize there is something more desirable and fulfilling they would love to do next. Some of her clients are clear from the start what they would like to do and she helps them with Solution-Focused Methods. Others are more in an exploration phase of who they are and what they would like and they love Jungian Coaching methodology to gain a deeper and more aligned individuation. Some are clear about who they are but need help in self-expression, and this is where Creativity Coaching is helpful. Most of her clients want a mixture of these paths over time.
With regards to her background: She is a highly qualified Professional Certified Coach (ICF) who has a PhD in Psychology and a Masters in Human Development, she has that breadth and depth of knowledge, as well as a track record of decades of successful Coaching practice. She began coaching in 1985 the field of Health and Wellness. In 1994, she became an Executive and Team Coach for a Fortune 500 International Corporation. Her practice then expanded to several other corporations, governmental agencies, medical practices and non-profits. Her private practice with individual clients initially focused on Leadership, Women’s Empowerment, Creativity, and Relationships. In the past two years, she has incorporated her 40 years of creativity as an Artist and Jungian Psychology to become a Certified Creative Depth Coach. She has taught graduate-level Consultation and Coaching classes at university and college level, providing Mentoring to a new generation of coaches.
This year, when she retired from her clinical practice to focus solely on coaching and teaching, she decided to complete her ICF Level 2 Certification with Solutions Academy. She has over 2500 hours of coaching experience and over 200 hours of training. Her ideal clients are Twice Exceptional Leaders and Scientists, Women Leaders, and Mid-Life/ Retirees who are seeking to spark their Creativity and Soul Knowledge.
She walks her talk when it comes to following her authentic path. This year has been a year of personal growth and alignment for her. When she left her clinical practice, she needed all the support that she is specializing in now. This resulted in a Reach Project - she became a grantee for the ART-X festival. She is the Creative Director and chief Artist for Dreamscapes Unveiled: Exploring Sleep, Dreams, and Art. In addition to a Gallery Installation focusing on Jungian Orientation to Art, there are multiple workshops for Self-Individuation, and a Community talk on Synchronicity, Active Imagination, and Carl Jung’s Red Book. |
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| Mindy Fox |
Central Scottsdale |
85255
85259
85260 |
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Mindy is the founder of FoxThink, a company whose mission is to offer "HR when you need it.". She has spent many years working for large brands leading Talent Management work and coaching clients. Mindy has a passion for helping people and organizations reach their full potential. She is actively working toward her ICF certification.
She lives in mid-Scottsdale and is excited to serve as the Ambassador for her community. |
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Far West Phoenix Valley |
85307
85323
85326
85335
85338
85339
85351
85367
85367
85373
85374
85375
85387
85388
85392
85395
85396 |
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| Abigail Benjamin |
Central Tucson |
85702
85710
85711
85712
85713
85715
85716
85719
85745
85748
85749
85750 |
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| Carlitos Hernandez |
South Phoenix |
85003
85006
85009
85034
85042
85044
85045
85048 |
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Carlitos Hernandez is a Holistic Growth Coach, Podcast Host of The Carlitos Hernandez Show, and Ambassador for the South Phoenix Area of the ICF Southwest Charter Chapter.
Born and raised in South Phoenix, Carlitos has spent more than 15 years helping people grow personally, professionally, and beyond. His journey has taken him from guiding students at Arizona State University to advising homeowners on their financial goals, to helping establish a Career Success Center at South Mountain Community College. He has also traveled to more than 15 countries, including teaching English in Madrid, Spain, experiences that have shaped his perspective on life, purpose, happiness, and human connection.
Today, Carlitos is the founder of Carlitos Hernandez Growth Media, LLC, where he serves as a Holistic Growth Coach, helping people grow in what matters most. He is also the host of The Carlitos Hernandez Show, a lifelong dream inspired by shows like Oprah and Dr. Phil. Through the show, he shares stories, reflections, and lessons from his life while bringing on guests to share theirs, with the hope of inspiring people from backgrounds like his to believe that anything is possible, no matter where you come from.
As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Certified Life Coach (CLC), and Master NLP Practitioner (MNLP), Carlitos brings professional training, diverse life experiences, and a genuine passion for helping others into his coaching work.
As the South Phoenix Ambassador, Carlitos is excited to help strengthen connections among coaches in South Phoenix and beyond, in the community where he was born and raised.
His mission is simple: to spread love and help people grow into their best selves.
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| Sheila Schmidt-Turkington |
Far North Central Valley |
85050
85054
85083
85085
85086 |
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Sheila Schmidt is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified coach and the founder of Kaizen Agency, where she applies the philosophy of "kaizen"—continuous improvement—to foster leadership excellence. With over 20 years of experience in corporate strategy and business development leadership, Sheila specializes in executive and performance coaching for high-potential leaders who are ready to reach the next level or drive even greater impact within their organizations.
Sheila’s expertise also includes guiding professionals through career pivots, helping them navigate transitions with clarity, confidence, and a robust action plan. Her methodology is deeply rooted in the science of Emotional Intelligence (EQ); she is certified in EQ-i 2.0 & EQi 360 administration and believes that developing “human centered" skills is the primary differentiator for high-performing leaders. Because EQ has been shown to be twice as predictive of business performance as IQ alone, she uses these assessments to help her clients overcome limiting beliefs, enhance decision-making, and increase team engagement. Sheila provides a tailored, one-on-one approach designed to empower leaders to navigate change confidently and realize their full professional potential.
Professional Highlights:
Certified Coach: International Coaching Federation (ACC), Brown University (LPCC)
Leadership Specialist: Over two decades of experience helping leaders and organizations unlock their full potential and achieve sustainable success.
Academic Excellence: Master of Science in Organizational Leadership from The Johns Hopkins University and certified by Brown University in Leadership and Performance Coaching.
EQ Expert: Specialized in using emotional intelligence to leadership aptitude, improve workplace climate, productivity, and interpersonal relationships, certification through Multi-Health Systems in EQ-i assessment and training.
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| Ashley Proud |
Santa Fe |
87506
87507 |
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Ashley Proud is an executive coach and the driving force behind Proud Coaching and Consulting. She’s passionate about helping leaders, teams, and organizations thrive through personalized coaching, engaging facilitation, and practical organizational strategies.
Ashley’s background as a qualified Occupational and Organisational Psychologist also supports her coaching practice, as does her 18 years of work in leadership roles in humanitarian and development non-profits in complex contexts across Africa, the Middle East, and South-East Asia.
Ashley is an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with the International Coaching Federation and a proud member of the ICF New Mexico Chapter since 2024.
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| Jodi Hummer |
Santa Fe - East |
87501
87505 |
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Jodi Hummer, PCC is a Life and Career Transition Coach and Consultant that is known for the genuine care she extends to each client. Starting from a young age, she has always been drawn to support others in getting the most out of their experiences in life. It is her belief that people always face choices in their lives and so why would one not choose what brings the greatest levels of satisfaction, whether that be in work or personal relationships?
Jodi leverages this approach in how she coaches her clientele. People seek out Jodi in the midst of an upheaval with a divorce/relationship change or career transition and her goal is help them find the opportunity in their situation. They work together to uncover the beauty that lies ahead and determine a strategy that will allow the client to reach their goals.
Jodi has worked with over 500 clients over the last 18+ years, evolving from a 15 year career start with 15 years in Human Resource Management roles across diverse industries.
Jodi is from Pennsylvania but has spent the last 30 years in the Carolinas and Oregon. She is now located in beautiful Santa Fe, NM and is married with furry children at home and she plays “remote mom” to two African children in Kenya. She enjoys dance, yoga, tennis, food, wine and life in general!
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| Deborah Pettry |
Rio Rancho, Corrales & NW Albuquerque |
87048
87114
87124
87144 |
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Deb has worked in organizational and executive leadership development for over 30 years. Initially trained as a coach while a program manager with Center for Creative Leadership, she has gone on to work with leaders for numerous organizations on four continents. In 2025 she chose to keep her skills fresh by completing the Rutgers University ICF Level 2 certificate program Leadership Coaching for Organizational Performance.
Deb’s life has been in Indiana, West Virginia, and across the Southwest. Her doctorate is from Purdue University but her heart remains true to Indiana University. She really enjoys getting to know people and has been a regional ICF Ambassador for three years.
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| Sonja Harris |
Albuquerque |
87102
87104
87105
87106
87107
87108
87109
87110
87111
87112
87113
87120
87121
87122
87123
87153
87181 |
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Sonja Harris is a grief and transitions coach who brings a compassionate, personalized approach to helping individuals rebuild their lives after loss. As an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC), Trauma Informed Certified Coach, and COR.E Transitions Dynamics Specialist, Sonja blends her coaching expertise with her personal journey of loss and renewal.
After being widowed suddenly, Sonja transformed her own grief into a mission to guide others toward hope, resilience, and a renewed sense of purpose. With a deep understanding of the complexities of grief and life transitions, Sonja empowers clients who are ready to move forward but struggle to regain their sense of self. Her coaching fosters growth, courage, and creativity, enabling individuals to embrace life again and rediscover joy.
Outside of work, Sonja is a proud mom (of both the human and dog variety), an avid reader, a beginner knitter, and a lifelong fan of the game of baseball.
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| Abigail Scott |
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Abigail is a Leadership and Life Coach who helps individuals and organizations elevate awareness, unlock potential, and live with intention. As an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and iPEC Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP), she empowers clients to maximize performance by aligning mindset, body, and energy — creating transformation that is both sustainable and deeply human.
Before launching her coaching practice in 2020, Abigail spent 15+ years in corporate marketing and management, leading teams and driving business results in the healthcare sector. Today, she blends real-world business experience with professional coaching to help leaders and teams shift perspective, strengthen performance, and create meaningful impact.
Known for her energetic, heart-led style, Abigail integrates mindset work, somatic awareness, and energy leadership to support intentional living — helping clients move beyond autopilot and consciously choose how they lead, work, and live.
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| Elisa Begueria |
Spanish Speakers |
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Elisa Begueria is an ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC) who coaches educational leaders across New Mexico as they navigate complex challenges, strengthen their leadership, and lead with greater clarity and confidence. She also designs and facilitates professional coaching training, helping leaders develop and apply effective coaching skills. Elisa serves as the ICF Southwest Spanish-Speaking Ambassador Group, helping build connection and community among Spanish-speaking coaches and expand the reach of professional coaching. |
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