a little bit about me
I am trained as a therapist, career counselor, and a life coach specializing in Positive Psychology, all of which allows me to be effective in helping my clients create positive change in their lives. People are complicated, and my holistic approach and strong intuition are helpful in determining where my clients’ needs reside. I share my insights and expertise, and I teach my clients about themselves in ways that they often have not learned before. My hope is that they take these insights and apply them to future choices as they move throughout their life.
My story
From my earliest memories, choices have been hard for me. I heard the message, “you can do anything you want with your life!”, but instead of feeling inspired, I wilted. I hadn’t a clue as to what I wanted. I was a hot mess.
Going from college to the working world, was not any better. I paid my bills, and trudged off every day, depleted, uninspired, and lost. Then the universe dropped me a clue when I saw an ad in a local paper for a Master’s degree program in Counseling Psychology. Over the course of nine years, marriage, the passing of my mom, a part time job, two babies, and 1500 supervised clinical hours, I graduated. People… not products, were my fit.
Although I appreciated the therapeutic world, I was drawn to the challenges of normal life transitions. Being “stuck” had been a recurring familiar feeling. As I found effective ways to unstick myself, I believed I had the ability to support others to do the same.
I found my spark and inspiration.
I continued studying career counseling, positive psychology, health & wellness and life coaching. In 2008, I took the leap and hung my shingle, offering a holistic transformative approach to clients. Many years later, I continue to fold new approaches and strategies for self-discovery and creating positive change. From college age students, to retirees, scientists, business folks, to stay at home moms, I have worked with them all. Helping others to transform in positive ways, is a privilege and joy. I love this work.
Qualifications
M.S., Counseling Psychology, Dominican University • Post Masters, Career Counseling Certificate, J.F.K. University • Certified Positive Psychology Coach from the Wholebeing Institute • Member of International Coach Federation • College Counseling Certificate from U.C. Berkeley • Life Coaching Certificate from the Hawaii Wellness Institute • iEQ9 Enneagram Certified
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“I had met with a lot of career counselors before finally discovering Linda. I had lost hope, I was worried that no one understood what I was going through or how to find that inner voice inside me that needed to be listened to. When I met with other career counselors, I did not feel like they were actually hearing what I was saying but instead just trying to get me to find any job. Linda is very unique in that she is able to listen, motivate, reinvigorate, provide guidance, and follows up to see how you are doing. Linda understands that a career affects ALL aspects of life and that was very important to me as her holistic approach provided me with the strength and wisdom to make the changes for a much happier life.
I am one of those people that tries to find the best in the industry and once I find them I stick with them. I am so grateful that I found Linda as she is truly the best there is.”
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If you are ready to make an intentional shift in your life, I am here to be your guide & cheerleader.