Life Coaching
How can I help?
People come to coaching for all different reasons but most say that they’ve reached a point where they feel that something needs to change. I work with women who want to feel more confident in themselves and who care about creating a life that has meaning.
Working together will help you to:
- be a little kinder to yourself
- find clarity about your direction
- believe in yourself and reduce self-doubt
- increase self-awareness and your capacity to be mindful
- make decisions more easily
- improve your relationships
- change practical things to make life more fulfilling, such as finding a new role, creating boundaries or making new friends.
“For the first time in my life, I felt truly seen.”
Andrea
The women I work with
My clients are women who describe themselves as introverts, perfectionists and those who feel a sense of ‘imposter syndrome’. You may find that some of the following qualities resonate.
- You know how to fit into mainstream culture, but sometimes feel that there’s something missing.
- You have a vigilant ‘inner critic’ (and maybe you’re a little perfectionistic).
- You might describe yourself as an introvert, sensitive or someone who thinks deeply.
- Even if you don’t meditate, you like the idea of ‘living consciously’.
- You care about living in alignment with your values.
- You want to live a purposeful life.
- You care less about the external measures of ‘success’ and more about being true to yourself.
- You feel restored by spending time in nature and care about taking care of our planet.
- You might describe yourself as spiritual (even if you’re not entirely sure what that means to you).
What people say
What is it like to work together?
My approach is to be kind, empathic, encouraging and supportive. During our work together, my focus will be on whatever is most important to you. Occasionally, if you’re trying to make sense of something, our conversation might feel similar to therapy, but we’ll be focused on moving forward, not staying stuck in the past.
In each of our sessions we’ll agree to some action steps and after your appointment, I’ll often send you additional worksheets and other resources.
Our sessions are conducted over Zoom or in-person (I’m located on the Mornington Peninsula).
Before we begin
We begin with a brief phone call to ensure we’re a good fit for one another. From there, I recommend starting with a single session. Before your appointment, I’ll invite you you to complete a brief questionnaire, reflecting on what you most want to get out of coaching.
Once we have established your objectives, we’ll chat about whether you’d benefit from enrolling in a program. This isn’t a requirement – many of my clients prefer to engage me on a casual basis.
How often do we meet?
We usually meet on a weekly or fortnightly basis for the duration of your coaching program. After the completion of the program, many of my clients continue with a monthly or quarterly appointment on an ongoing basis.
About Kate
Like many of my clients, I spent my younger years in pursuit of perfectionism and often people-pleasing. I hadn’t yet learned about mindfulness, introversion or self-compassion.
I studied coaching and opened a practice where I could blend my business experience with my interests in psychology, creativity and mindful leadership with my love of deep conversation, and purposeful living.
These days my practice draws like-minded clients — women who care about kindness, connection and curiosity who are pursuing lives with purpose and meaning.
MORE ABOUT KATE
Coaching options
Single session
Begin with a 60-minute appointment, held online via Zoom or in-person on the Mornington Peninsula.
Three session program
3 x 60-minute appointments held online via Zoom or in-person on the Mornington Peninsula.
Five session program
5 x 60-minute appointments held online via Zoom or in-person. Option to pay in instalments.
Book a call
Get in touch to ask a question or discuss what you’re hoping to get out of coaching.
GET IN TOUCHFrequently asked questions
What is your background?
I founded Total Balance in Melbourne in 2002 after two decades working as business manager for filmmakers, architects and designers. After studying business with a major in marketing, I changed direction and enrolled in a PCC Level Certification with International Coach Academy. I was one of the first Australian coaches to achieve a PCC accreditation with International Coach Federation in 2005.
My journey with meditation began in the early 1990’s and I have had a daily practice for over 30 years now. I began teaching meditation in the summer of 2003 in-person and in 2015, joined the world’s leading free meditation app, Insight Timer as an instructor, which is now home to over 30 million meditators.
I have trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with Russ Harris, taken the Mindful Self-Compassion Intensive for Professionals (developed by Kristin Neff & Christopher Germer) and Internal Family Systems by Dr Richard Schwarz.
What are your fees?
My current fees are as follows:
- $275 for a one-hour session
- $795 for a 3 x session program
- $1,250 for a 5 x session program (option to pay in 3 x instalments of $420)
Most people find that coaching is a one-off investment in themselves. When you consider the impact of not feeling that you’re not on the right life path, coaching might become a necessity, not a luxury.
Do I need to enrol in a program?
Not if you prefer not to. My clients begin with a single session to make sure we’re a good fit for one another and after that, you’re welcome to continue on a casual basis or enrol in a coaching program if you like the idea of ongoing accountability.
I'm not that interested in mindfulness. Does that mean you're not the right person for me?
Not at all. Not everyone we see is interested in mindfulness. Being mindful is really just another way of saying being present, curious, self-aware and non-judgmental. If those qualities appeal, you’ll enjoy working with Kate.
How does coaching work?
The objective of our work together is to help you create your own version of a fulfilling life. I’ll help you to understand your values and strengths, clarify your direction, create a clear vision, cultivate a positive mindset and we’ll work together to develop your sense of self-belief.
We begin with a single 60-minute session. For some people, a single session is enough while others engage in a longer-term coaching program or book follow-up sessions as they need them. I keep it all very flexible and don’t lock you into any contracts.
Isn't life coaching all a bit 'ra ra' and how you are different from those kind of coaches?
I have a low-key style and attract clients who say they’re not usually drawn to coaching. I’m not a high motivation, ‘high fiving’ kind of coach. Having said that, most people find that seeing a coach does motivate them to create change in their lives.
We’ll set some tangible goals and action steps that will help you to achieve your vision. For many people, change takes time and I respect that you’ll want to work at your own pace.
For the most part, my role is to support you. I’ll listen and empathise, but I’ll also help you to understand what gets in your way. My aim is to create a space where you feel listened to and understood, and one where you can start to imagine, and begin to create, a life that is more fulfilling.
I'm feeling a bit nervous. Is this normal?
It’s common for people to feel nervous about life coaching (or seeking any kind of support). Some clients worry about whether their issues are normal, whether it’s ok to speak about certain things in the coaching sessions or if they’ll appear silly for raising minor worries.
Please don’t be concerned at all. I’m and open and non-judgemental person and I’m here to support you in any way that I can. If something comes up in a session that I don’t feel I can help with, I’ll help to direct you to the right kind of support.
I'm not sure if I need life, leadership, career or business coaching.
The truth is you don’t really need to choose but you can find out more about what we’d address in each of these programs by following these links: career coaching, business coaching, leadership coaching or life coaching.
I take a holistic approach and believe that it’s important that we spend a bit of time looking at the whole of your life. Having said that, the coaching sessions are your time so I encourage you to direct the content. You’ll complete some questionnaires when you make your booking to let me know what you’d like to achieve.
What is your cancellation policy?
I ask for 48 hours notice to change or cancel an appointment to give me time to find someone else to fill your place.
“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
Mary Oliver
