Hey.
I'm Karen,a Certified Sexologist and Relationship Expert.
It's really important for you to know that your coaching is not about me.
However...
It's normal to wonder whether we're the right fit.
Actually, it's of paramount importance for you to know this before you choose to work with me.
To help you determine whether we are a good match, these are the relevant facts about me and my coaching style.
I know what I'm doing.
I'm a Certified Sexologist (American Board of Sexologists) & a Certified Relationship Coach (IAP), I understand and consistently apply global coaching ethics
and standards.
This ain't my first rodeo.
I have thousands of session hours under my belt and have helped hundreds of people. This includes singles, couples and broken hearts. Apart from my private clients, I also have years of experience as a Master Relationship and Dating Coach an industry-leading Relationship Coaching platform.
I'm real.
I’m a full human being and I often bring that to session. We connect as fellow humans and we disagree as such, too. When applicable, I don’t shy away from sharing opinions, giving direct advice nor from facilitating information.
My coaching is collaborative, so expect to be compassionately challenged
and held accountable.
This is YOUR life.
As a coachee, you are an autonomous and capable human being. I will observe you and get to know you deeply. I won't shame you, judge you nor impose my own belief system on your decisions.
Your goal is my goal.
There are limits to this: I cannot help you if you are in a dangerous situation (physically, emotionally or mentally) and I won't help you manipulate or harm others (or yourself).
I value authenticity.
These are the lenses through which I perceive the world: I’m a cisgender Guatemalan woman. I am atheist, bisexual and feminist. As most of us, I cope with anxiety and depression. I am actively working on my relationship with myself and my environment. I am currently based in New Zealand, in a monogamish partnership.
Curious?
What is coaching?
Coaching with me is a process that includes 1:1 sessions through Zoom audio/video, Voxer support in between sessions and guided self-study. You can choose which modality suits you best, depending on the urgency of your situation, your budget and your learning style. I will make a recommendation based on what you share with me. My approach is collaborative, holistic and direct. I will always prioritise an honest relationship, over keeping the peace and over keeping you as a client. This means, I will always put your wellbeing first, not your comfort and definitely, not my wallet. You can expect a clear, judgment-free container from me and for me to meet you as a fellow human being.
What qualifies me to help you?
Results. I have helped hundreds of people experience more sexual pleasure, recover from heartbreak, singles navigating the dating scene, couples on the brink of separation or feeling stuck in sexual dissatisfaction. I take ownership of your goal and meet you transparently, passionately and consistently to guide you there. Furthermore, I have gone through extensive supervised training. I am a certified Relationship Coach through IAP, I'm a Master Dating and Relationship Coach at Relationship Hero® and a Certified Sex Coach™ through SexCoachU. I don't take all and any clients, because I don't use a one-size-fits-all approach. When you apply to work with me, I assess whether your goal is within my scope. To further confirm this, we have a complimentary 15-minute call. I am committed to speaking the truth, so if your situation or goal aren't well fitted for me, I will tell you.
Does coaching work?
Absolutely, coaching works. Think of it in terms of sports: A coach knows the sport and knows YOU. A coach observes you, knows your strengths and weaknesses, collaborates with you to use both to your advantage. Coaching is a co-active process and your results depend on: 1) The scope of your goal 2) The work we put in 3) Openness and honesty (yours and mine) 4) Ability to be curious and take on feedback (yours and mine) If you are looking to have guarantees over anything that is beyond your control (other people's decisions), my coaching is definitely not a good fit for you and you should not waste your time nor hard-earned money.
How much does it cost?
I attempt to work with the budget of every client I take on. It's true that helping others is my purpose and it's also true that a girl's gotta eat. If you have a very limited budget, the bulk of your coaching is done through self-study and the cost decreases because our 1:1 interactions are less frequent or shorter. If you have the budget to invest, you can choose whatever kind of format works best for you based on your situation, your preferences and your timeline. These are my standard prices and we will custom make a plan for you. 1) Meet & Greet Call (15 minutes) - FREE 3) Individual Strategy Session (60 minutes) - USD$150 4) Partnered Strategy Session (75 minutes) - USD$200 5) Intensive Coaching - 12 weeks with weekly 1:1 sessions, limited Voxer support in-between-sessions and home assignments. Individual - USD$2000 Partnered -USD$3600 6) Unlimited Support (Voxer) - USD$300/day. I support folks in any relationship modality and type, there is an extra cost for every extra person in session and support outside of session. Before we embark on our coaching journey together, you read and agree to my Terms of Service, Privacy Policy (links in footer) and Coaching Agreement (I send this to you before our first formal session).