What Exactly Is Coaching?

The International Coaching Federation defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.”

At Alvita Coaching, we do exactly that, but we add in other elements from outside of the coaching space- namely the design and education spaces.

What are the differences between coaching and therapy?

Both coaching and therapy have modalities that overlap, but they are distinct in their approaches.

Think of therapy as a deep dive into your past, helping to heal old wounds and understand why you think and act the way you do. It’s about healing and understanding.

Coaching focuses on developing awareness of the present and applying insights towards the future. A coach supports you in tapping into your own knowledge and abilities to achieve your goals.

Some clients choose to work with a therapist and a coach concurrently, whereas others may benefit more from working with one over the other. Feel free to ask your coach about what option is best for your needs and goals. Your coach is equipped to provide a therapeutic referral if necessary.

Is Coaching confidential? Is it confidential even if my work or Someone in my life is sponsoring my coaching?

Yes! Coaching is completely confidential. Your coach will not share any of the information shared in a coaching session unless there is information that is endangering the client or others.

If you have a sponsor for your coaching program, there may be a contract called a “sponsor agreement” that is provided to both you and your sponsor. This allows the sponsor to ask basic questions about your coaching, such as “did this person attend their coaching session this week?” However, what is shared in the session will remain strictly confidential, regardless of the nature of your sponsorship.

Are scholarships available?

If you’re an individual with energy, passion, and a desire to make an impact in your life and career, schedule a discovery call. We will see if Alvita Coaching is a good fit for you and discuss options.

We highly recommend checking to see if your work has a learning and development budget that can be applied to coaching.

Are payment plans available?

Yes! Alvita Coaching works with Square, offering several payment plan options to fit your needs.

How do I begin coaching?

To begin coaching, please schedule a discovery call. During this call, we will discuss your intentions for coaching, what to expect in our coaching partnerships, and cover several logistics.

What certifications does Sam alvita hold?

Sam holds the following certifications.

• Certified Professional Coach (CPC) from the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching

• Associate Certified Coach from the International Coaching Federation.

• MS.Ed from the University of Pennsylvania

• Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP)

• Core Dynamics Coaching Certification in Leadership Coaching

• Core Dynamics Coaching Certification in Performance Coaching

• Member of the International Coaching Federation