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New Book Release From Norton Mental Health

“Every life coach who is serious about learning and improving his or her coaching skills should read this comprehensive book. They will be able to continue to use it as a reference for their entire coaching career.

Jeannette Koczela, Founder

International Association of Professional Life Coaches (IAPLC)

Certified Life, Entrepreneur, & Business Coach

iaplifecoaches.org


Becoming a Professional Life Coach: 

The Art and Science of a Whole-Person Approach | 3rd Edition


by Dr. Patrick Williams, Ed.D., MCC, BCC & Diane S. Menendez

Full of new information on the neuropsychology of coaching, this new edition explores the neuropsychology behind coaching; specialties in the field, such as trauma and addiction coaching; coaching amid post-pandemic global stress; coaching virtually; navigating emotions in coaching; and achieving transformational coaching by addressing the whole person. It takes readers step-by-step through the coaching process, covering all the crucial ideas and strategies for being an effective, successful life coach. This book is one-stop shopping for beginner and advanced coaches alike.

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Courses

Emotional Literacy Academy Certification


Why should I get the Emotional Literacy Academy Certification?

1.) Help your clients learn how to appropriately incorporate and communicate their emotions with the right people at the right time.

2.) Receive certification to list on your website or social profiles.

3.) Listing as a certified Emotional Literacy Academy Professional.

4.) Referrals for individuals looking for an Emotional Literacy coach or consultant.

5.) Access to the Emotional Literacy Academy community.

6.) Office hours with Dr. Patrick Williams, if you get “stuck”.

What does it mean to be an Emotional Literacy Professional?

An Emotional Literacy Professional is a trained expert who specializes in helping individuals develop their emotional intelligence and literacy. Emotional literacy refers to the ability to understand, manage, and express emotions in healthy and productive ways. Emotional literacy is an essential life skill that helps individuals navigate the complexities of their personal and professional relationships, manage stress, and cope with difficult situations.

As an Emotional Literacy Professional, the primary responsibility is to work with clients to develop their emotional intelligence and literacy. This involves assessing the client’s current emotional state, identifying areas of emotional weakness or challenge, and creating a personalized plan for improving emotional literacy.

An Emotional Literacy Professional must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They must be able to listen actively, empathize with their clients, and create a safe and supportive environment for them to share their emotions. They must also be knowledgeable about emotional intelligence and its various components, including self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, and relationship management.

An Emotional Literacy Professional plays a crucial role in helping individuals develop the skills they need to thrive in both their personal and professional lives. By improving emotional literacy, individuals can better manage their emotions, communicate effectively, and build stronger and more meaningful relationships.

Who else is certified?

See some of our certified coaches, counselors, and consultants here.

How do I get certified?

Complete the Emotional Literacy Academy online courses and the short examination. The “Emotional Literacy Academy” was formerly known as “Conscious Living Mastery” but has been updated for the new certification. You can find the courses here.

Getting Naked: 

On Being Emotionally Transparent at the Right Time, the Right Place, with the Right Person


by Dr. Patrick Williams, Ed.D., MCC, BCC

As an expert on psychology, life, and wellness coaching, I believe we can never live fully or optimally if we have no places in our lives where we can be naked emotionally and spiritually. And we need to choose the right people and the right time for this self-disclosure.

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Self-awareness + Courage = Confident Action

Discover . . .
the Power of Your Story


I’m Lyssa deHart, LICSW, MCC and I am a leadership confidence and whole life coach. Are you ready to manifest your goals?

It’s time to get naked. You have a very short time on earth, and the question then becomes what will we do with the time we are given? Intimacy and transparency are fundamental to your ability to show up bravely, with humility, and ultimately transform your experience of life.

Dr. Patrick Williams shares stories and continually asks, “What steps will you take to step forward in your life?” via his book Getting Naked: On Being Emotionally Transparent at the Right Time, the Right Place, and with the Right Person.

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About Dr. Pat Williams

Author & Personal Development Coach

Pat is a Master Certified Coach (International Coach Federation) and a Board Certified Coach (Center for Credentialing and Education). He has been a licensed psychologist since 1980 and began executive coaching in 1990 with Hewlett Packard, IBM, Kodak and other companies along the front range of Colorado.

He is a member of PHI BETA KAPPA and CUM LAUDE graduate of Kansas University in 1972. He completed his master’s in Humanistic Psychology in 1975 (University of West Georgia) and his doctorate in Transpersonal Psychology in 1977, (University of Northern Colorado) His dissertation was Transpersonal Psychology and the Evolution of Consciousness.

“I coach high-level executives, entrepreneurs, and creatives on their whole lives…not just their work identity.”

Dr. Pat