Generic advice from others, self-help books and overused aphorisms do not appeal to me. I have to own the decision to change and solutions have to make sense to my goals and abilities. Marla is an excellent coach because she expertly targets gaps in leadership skills. Or when needed, she highlights strengths that were overlooked. Marla uses a well balanced approach of evidence-based positive psychology and intuition driven listening skills. She identified challenges I wasn’t aware of and was able to challenge my own assumptions, allowing me to identify my path forward. I genuinely felt happier because of my work with Marla.
Are you Ready to Make a Change?
Could you benefit from?
- people leader skills support
- a happier and more optimistic outlook
- improved health, energy and focus
- enhanced self-esteem and self-confidence
- increased resilience to stress and change
- dealing with overwhelm or work-related issues of any type
- support in dealing with relationships
- health, wellness and lifestyle coaching
- meditation and relaxation training
Do you need help with?
- feelings of anxiety
- pain and illness concerns
- stress – work, school or personal
- life transitions
- insomnia
- feelings of burnout and anxiety
As an experienced business and leadership coach (RCC ™), Positive Psychology coach and Health and Well-being coach, coupled with years of clinical experience as a stress management therapist in addictions and mental health, I offer effective tools and strategies to support you in achieving your goals.
What is Coaching?
Coaching is a client-focused, supportive relationship that draws on scientific research from fields such as positive psychology, neurobiology, business, leadership, and more.
Coaching is a creative, dynamic and solution – focused approach that supports you to enhance your performance, to improve the quality of your life, and to thrive. You gain self- confidence, you learn how to leverage your strengths, and to reflect on and learn from past experiences, with a view to moving forward and living a life according to what’s important to you.
My Approach
I bring my background in positive psychology, the science of stress and resilience, mental health, and mindfulness, to support you in reaching your fullest potential and to flourish within the busyness and complexities of life.
You get one-on-one attention and you focus on the issues that really matter to you. Whether you chose to work on a short-term concern or a long-term project, you choose the agenda and what you want to cover.
The coaching relationship is based on collaboration, trust, support and respect. It is through this alliance that you will find the self-awareness, motivation, confidence and competence to move toward your goals. Through my questions, reflections, and at times challenging your beliefs and assumptions, I will guide our process together. You will find healthier perspectives and new choices that support your growth, learning, and overall well-being.
Coaching sessions can take place in person (as appropriate), by telephone or Zoom.
We may speak weekly, bi-weekly or monthly over the course of our process together.
Throughout the coaching relationship I support you to stay motivated and on track so that the new attitudes and behaviours you develop become a sustainable way of life.
For more information on my coaching background see About Marla. To schedule a free 20-minute consultation or for more information on my services, contact me at 416-999-9178, or marla@forhealth.ca.
Client Feedback
Sandra Monteiro, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, McMaster University
Thanks so much for the opportunity to work through this issue with me. I am really looking forward to seeing where this practice will take me and how it will inspire me. It’s a wonderful feeling to have accomplished something!
Coaching Client
I worked with Marla to gain clarity on why I wasn’t moving forward and how to become unstuck. Working with Marla was a joy. I came away from each of our sessions feeling lighter and I had a plan to move forward.
I felt safe working with Marla. And this is important because my issues felt heavy and close to my heart. She was compassionate, empathetic, and had a great sense of humor. After working with Marla, I felt empowered and ready to move forward with my writing, coaching, and business. Thank you Marla!
Kelly Beischel, PhD., R.N., C.N.E., C.A.P.P.