If you're like me you've been curious about life coaching, but at the same time hesitant. It's not exactly therapy, so what is it? I found a local life coach to answer my questions. Terry Sidford, a Park City resident, is a certified processional coach.

What is Life Coaching?

Life Coaching is an ongoing professional relationship that helps people produce results in their lives, careers, businesses or organizations.

In each meeting, the individual chooses the focus of conversation. The coach listens, makes observations and asks questions. This interaction creates clarity and moves the client into action. Coaching concentrates on getting individuals from where they are now to where they want to be in the future by figuring out what they are willing to do to get there.

Why Hire a Life Coach?

With my clients, we create a designed alliance that supports them in the way they want to be supported to achieve their desired goals. I encourage them to push past their comfort zone. We agree on how and when they want to reach certain goals and we hold them accountable for getting it done.

Coaching is not counseling or therapy. The answers are not given to the client, just the tools that assist them in finding the answers that are already there.

What Behaviors Can Working With a Life Coach's Help?

This depends on the client and what they want to work on to move ahead in their life.

I use a tool called the Wheel of Life. Within this wheel are sections that represent each area of life: health, spirituality, finances, career, relationships, family and more. After looking at this wheel, people begin to realize that they need to honor not just one area to live a balanced life, they realize all areas of life must be honored.

Does Life Coaching Only Benefit Certain Age Groups?

Life Coaching can be effective for people of all ages. People are in transitions and changes constantly. For example, some areas people might need help with are: relationships, health, starting a new career or business, looking for a job, mid-life changes and transitioning empty-nesters.


How Much Does a Coaching Session Cost?

Typically, the cost is between $75 and $150 per session, depending on where you live and the coach you choose. My cost averages $75 for a 30-40 minute session.

How often should you have a coaching session?

I recommend three to four sessions a month for a minimum of three months. Many of my clients maintain as needed after they have achieved their desired outcome.

For additional information on life coaching you can visit Terry's website.