Life Coaching
I offer powerful listening in an unvarnished, yet buoyant spirit that allows my clients to challenge their own thinking and safely explore their innate wisdom. My mission is to accompany those who want to explore their essential wisdom and foster the courage to curate a life of self-reliance and integrity. I’m less of a life coach and more of a life sherpa. Instead of giving you prepackaged drills and mantras, I help reveal who you are as a student, young adult or parent by holding a safe space as we explore important questions with no judgment about the answers.
I am passionate about helping students discover their essential selves: what nourishes them from the inside (ie: music, literature, robotics, helping animals, etc.). This process involves acknowledging external stimuli and identifying the limiting beliefs of society (ie: what they “should” wear, how to get into the “right” college, the pressure to be “successful”.) Once a student is inspired from the inside out, bargaining or deception with parents and/or teachers disappears. A person who is in alignment with their true nature is flexible, self-reliant and self-motivated.
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My guiding principles as a coach:
You are the curator of your life.
Everyone is responsible for themselves.
Impermanence is always reliable.
You are enough.
You deserve love, abundance and rest.
You have the power to choose your thoughts around circumstances.
The balm of suffering is compassion.
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My areas of experience (either lived or coached):
neurodivergence (dyslexia, autism spectrum, etc.)
lack of motivation
ADHD
decisions surrounding academics/school choices
changes in life trajectories/goals
tuning out the “noise” of societal norms
queer/non-binary/trans issues/experiences
BIPOC issues/experiences
divorce/blended families
the biracial experience
reframing your childhood
trust in yourself/ your parenting/ your kids
drug/alcohol recovery and sober living
whether or not to become a parent
decisions surrounding pregnancy, birth, and parenting
HOW DO I START?
Welcome Aboard! First, please set up a complimentary 30 min consult via phone or Zoom (fill out contact form at the bottom of the page). If we both think we’re a good match, then off we go!
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I’m here for you. I’m your human if you crave:
unabashed honesty
space to process the thoughts in your head
someone out of your immediate family and circle of friends
something different from traditional therapy
a bit of help examining your thoughts
talk through your emotions
a safe place to vent (with no reminders or repercussions in the future)
some thought work ie: discuss how your thoughts affect your emotions
a friendly sherpa who will hold space for you during big decisions and/or transitions
Your membership includes weekly sessions (up to four 45 minute) a month. It also includes Thai’s two journals; The Gift of Gravity and The Gift of Being Human. $1000/month. Members also enjoy additional hours at $300/hr
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For humans who want a “deep dive” into…
parenting (a child) or reparenting (yourself)
exploring your life’s purpose
making big decisions
adapting to new circumstances
spelunking your brain with thought work
breaking old habits or starting new ones
choose your own adventure!
up to 10 sessions (45 mins each) in the first month
up to 5 sessions in the second and third months
$5000
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** Makes the perfect gift!!
This is the way to go if you:
Don’t want to make a monthly commitment
Have a single question you want coaching around that you know will take only an hour or two
Are shopping around for coaches and/or want another style of coach than the one you currently have
Want to give the gift of true self-care to someone you love
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A thought-provoking question texted to you everyday. Perfect for clients who want to start learning more about themselves in a casual, accessible manner.
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Testimonials
“After my first session with Thai, I feel like I can breathe again.”
J.J., during their final year of college, navigating anticipatory anxiety at the culmination of college
“Thai deeply cares about the people around her and listens with an open mind. She listens to you and wants you to succeed. Thai is one of the most understanding adults I have ever met and I’m glad to have her as a resource because of her ability to listen to people and not to judge.”
S. B., ninth grade
I also accompany parents to recognize their own inherited limiting beliefs (ie: She’ll never recover if she doesn’t get a lead role in the play,”) and those imbued by society (ie: “The neighbor has a 4.7 GPA, my kid can’t compete!”). When a parent turns down the volume of the voices of others and tunes in to their core beliefs, they learn to trust themselves as leaders. Parents who know themselves and model life-long learning naturally raise children who become strong, independent people.
“One of the best decisions I ever made was hiring Thai to be my son’s life coach when he moved across the country for college. We all know our kids don’t tell us everything, so knowing Zach had a trusted, trained educator and coach put my mind at ease. Priceless.”
T. B., father of a current student at Syracuse University
“My daughter’s life was planned out until the day she graduated from college. The day after graduation, she was paralyzed with fear about what to do next. Thai stepped in: what a life-saver! She didn’t need a therapist, she needed a coach.”
H. W., mother of three
Packages + Sessions
I’m your human if crave:
to be unabashedly honest
space to give voice to what is going on in your head
someone out of your immediate family and circle of friends
something different from traditional therapy
a bit of help examining your thoughts
talk through your emotions
a safe place to vent (with no reminders or repercussions in the future)
some thought work ie: discuss how your thoughts affect your emotions
a friendly sherpa who will hold space for you during big decisions and/or transitions.
Your membership includes weekly (up to four 50 minute) sessions a month. $1000/month. Members also enjoy additional hours at $300/hr).
- For humans who are in charge of smaller humans
- What is your academic philosophy? If you don’t know, you are in good company. 99% of parents or guardians have never contemplated nor reimagined their attitude when it comes to their students’ grades, study habits, communication with teachers, and college prospects. What are “good” grades? What does “success” look like? How do you handle bumps in the road? How much independence should your student have? Do you have a student who is neurodivergent or neurotypical? Where do you start?
- I help families create their own philosophy on academics that is student-based and rooted in the core beliefs of the family. This is a chance to examine your beliefs around school, grades, college and beyond and find out what truly matters to you and your family.
Includes:
initial 90 min. consultation
in person or virtually
all parents welcome
examine core beliefs and societal pressures
create a written academic philosophy for your home
50 min. follow-up consultation
A monthly subscription of writing prompts texted directly to you. $21/month, renews automatically.
50 min. session
I’m here for you. I’m your human if crave:
to be unabashedly honest
space to give voice to what is going on in your head
someone out of your immediate family and circle of friends
something different from traditional therapy
a bit of help examining your thoughts
talk through your emotions
a safe place to vent (with no reminders or repercussions in the future)
some thought work ie: discuss how your thoughts affect your emotions
a friendly sherpa who will hold space for you during big decisions and/or transitions
Three Month Personal Retreat
for humans who want a “deep dive” into…
parenting
exploring your life’s purpose
making big decisions
adapting to new circumstances
spelunking your brain with thought work
breaking old habits or starting new ones
choose your _________ adventure!
$5000
up to 10 sessions (50 mins each) in the first month
up to 5 sessions (50 mins each) in the second and third months
50 min. session
I’m here for you. I’m your human if crave:
to be unabashedly honest
space to give voice to what is going on in your head
someone out of your immediate family and circle of friends
something different from traditional therapy
a bit of help examining your thoughts
talk through your emotions
a safe place to vent (with no reminders or repercussions in the future)
some thought work ie: discuss how your thoughts affect your emotions
a friendly sherpa who will hold space for you during big decisions and/or transitions
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One month of daily writing prompts texted directly to you. One time payment of $30.
FAQS
Life Coaching seems aggressive and cultish. Is that what’s going on here?
Life Coaching with Thai is NOT:
Filled with granola and drum circles
A bonanza of dynamic mottos and affirmations
Focused on “the power of positive thinking”
An insistence on a higher power
Life Coaching with Thai IS:
A safe space to explore places you may be “stuck”
A non judgemental guide to find your next right thing (in terms of schooling, jobs, shifts in perspective etc.)
A place to comb through your thoughts and internalized socialization to reveal your true calling (what kind of person you are as a(n) entrepreneur/leader/coworker/activist/volunteer/parent/spouse/
etc.)
Do I need a therapist or a life coach?
You need a psychotherapist (someone with different skills and training than I have) if:
You are seeking clinical help for depression/anxiety/bipolar disorder etc.
You need specialized treatment for an eating disorder and/or drug or alcohol addiction
You feel you are a danger to yourself or others
“Think of it this way: if you have something in your body that needs a surgeon, you need a therapist. If you need alignment, like a chiropractor, see Thai.”
M.M, Parent of a 13 year old and an 18 year old
What is the difference between talking to you and talking to a friend?
A friend is a person who loves and supports you. In doing so, they may be reaffirming your beliefs that are causing you pain (ie: “What they said was unfair! Your boss is a monster! Your parents are boomers, they’ll never get you.) My job is to ask questions around your area of discontent and discover new ideas that might replace beliefs that cause suffering with new beliefs that bring relief.
What ages do you work with?
I work with people in middle school through adulthood.
Is religion a part of your coaching?
NO! My clients are of all faiths. There will be no discussion of a religious practice unless it is brought up by my client. I serve all faiths and have no religious agenda.