Tired of Burnout? Coaching for Professionals in Transition

Reframe, Reinvent, Rise: Coaching That Cuts Through the Noise—and Lifts You Up

I’ve seen how messy and powerful transitions can be—especially for professionals balancing work, caregiving and personal reinvention. Some clients think they just need a new job title or a resume tweak. But they’re often looking for something more profound: clarity, calm and a chance to reconnect with themselves.

I’ve worked with people who figured out that getting organized at work starts with feeling more grounded at home. Or that building a new career path is about finding the courage to own their story. And some of the most driven professionals I know come to realize that self-care isn’t optional—it’s what fuels them for the life they really want.

These moments remind me every day that transitions aren’t just about job titles—they’re about the stories we tell ourselves. Are you stuck? Or are you in the middle of a turning point that might have exactly what you need?

Career and Life Transitions: Coaching that Works

I don’t use AI with my clients directly. I use it for myself, behind the scenes, to show up better for them. AI helps me transcribe recorded sessions so I can read through them, see what I could do better next time and remember to follow up on things my clients brought up in the last week or two. It also helps me write quickly and clearly when I’m replying to a lot of messages, so I can keep my focus on what really matters: listening and supporting.

Sometimes, AI even helps with the small, everyday stuff—like finding a pancake recipe for my grandson who wakes up at dawn—without having to scroll through endless sponsored blogs. And as I’m still in the thick of handling my sister’s estate, AI has helped me figure out how to write to big companies and navigate stuff I’ve never done before. It’s a tool that lets me be fully here—listening, reflecting and helping my clients see themselves more clearly.

When I’m advising people on how to improve their LinkedIn profile, I always say: your LinkedIn headline is more than a job title—it’s the story you’re telling about yourself. That’s true not just online, but in every part of life. Your story can either keep you stuck or help you move forward.

My Approach: Grounded, Real and Human

As an SF State professor and someone newer to coaching, I work with journalists, communicators and professionals in transition who want to feel more grounded and aligned in their next chapter. My approach isn’t about pushing you to hustle harder. It’s about making space to hear your voice, reframe your story and take the next step to feel clear and confident. To learn more about life coaching, check out this January 2024 article on how one educator s by Lumia.

I know that what we want isn’t always what we truly need. Sometimes, the real work is about seeing your patterns and remembering what matters most. Even if you’re in the middle of a big life or career change, you’re not starting from scratch. You’re bringing all the parts of you that got you this far—and that’s enough to take the next step.

Redefining Success: It’s Not One-Size-Fits-All

Success isn’t just about climbing a ladder or buying more stuff. For a lot of people, it’s about being home more with their kids, getting a chance to see them race up and down the stairs of a new home or feeling free to take the day off to watch your daughter play soccer. It’s about finding your voice and realizing you have the right to be here, to be seen and heard.

Let’s Reimagine What’s Next

If you’re feeling stuck in burnout, a career shift or personal reinvention, I’d love to help you reframe what’s next. Transitions don’t have to be something you push through alone. Together, we can find a story that feels real and true to you.

Let’s talk.

PS: In addition to coaching, I offer journalism mentorship and AI training for media professionals and communicators. If you’re curious about using AI tools, like ChatGPT, for better storytelling or how to prompt in a way that still feels like your voice, I’d love to share what I’ve learned.