Your Questions, Answered
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Coaching is forward-looking and action-oriented. We focus on where you're headed, not on diagnosing or treating what's happened in the past. Therapy is a licensed clinical process that addresses mental health conditions; coaching is a collaborative partnership focused on goals, decisions, and change. Many clients find the two work well together, and coaching is never a substitute for therapy, counseling, or medical care. If at any point it seems like therapy would serve you better, I'll say so.
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Yes. Most people who reach out don't have a clear "what's next" yet, and that's exactly what the process is for. Most clients come to the first session feeling stuck! You don't need a fully formed plan to begin — you just need to know that something isn't working anymore.
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Expect a mix of honest conversation, reflective exercises borrowed from design thinking, collaborative creative thinking, and small real-world experiments you'll try between sessions. It's collaborative and you're always the one making the calls.
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All sessions are held over video, so you can work with me from anywhere.
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It depends on what you're working through, but most clients notice a shift in clarity within the first few sessions, with more tangible changes (a new direction, a decision made, a step taken) building over the following weeks. Many clients report feeling more motivated and inspired after one session though! Career change is rarely instant and the goal is steady, real momentum, not a magic fix.
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We just require 48 hours notice to cancel or reschedule.
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Pricing depends on the package, and a limited number of sliding-scale spots are available. The best way to get exact pricing for your situation is to book a free consult — we'll talk through your goals and I'll walk you through what makes sense.
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Single sessions have no ongoing commitment. The Clarity, Expansion, and Transformation packages are structured over 1, 3, and 6 months respectively, because sustained change tends to need sustained support. Of course, we'll talk through what makes sense for you before you commit to anything.
Get In Touch
Interested in working together? Fill out a form or reach out directly to emma@catalystcareerdesign.com and we will be in touch shortly. We can’t wait to hear from you!

