What is coaching?

Coaching is a structured, goal-oriented process that empowers individuals to unlock their potential, overcome obstacles, and achieve personal or professional growth. It involves a collaborative partnership between the coach and the client, where the coach facilitates self-discovery, clarity, and action through deep listening, powerful questioning, and accountability. Unlike mentoring or therapy, coaching focuses on the present and future—helping clients set clear goals, build confidence, and create sustainable change based on their values and strengths.

How much does it cost?

There are standard industry rates per session, but the rates are agreed upon after the initial chemistry session.

How many sessions are effective?

The number of effective coaching sessions can vary depending on the client’s goals, the complexity of the challenges they’re facing, and the coaching model used. However, here are some general guidelines:

🔹 Typical Coaching Engagements

• Short-term (4–6 sessions): Effective for focused goals like making a decision, preparing for an interview, or setting boundaries.
• Mid-term (8–12 sessions): Ideal for goals like career transitions, building leadership skills, or overcoming procrastination.
• Long-term (6–12 months or more): Suitable for deeper transformational work, such as changing ingrained patterns, managing chronic stress, or cultivating executive presence.

🔹 Best Practice

• Most coaching clients begin with biweekly or monthly sessions, and adjust frequency as progress stabilizes.
• Three months (6 sessions) is often the minimum timeframe to see meaningful and lasting change.

Is confidentiality assured?

Yes, confidentiality is a cornerstone of ethical coaching practice and is essential to creating a safe, trusting environment for clients.

At Blue Mountain Coaching Services, confidentiality is strictly maintained in accordance with professional coaching standards (e.g., those outlined by the International Coaching Federation). This means:

• What you share in coaching sessions will not be disclosed to anyone without your explicit permission.
• Notes, documents, and personal data are stored securely and accessed only by your coach.
• Exceptions apply only in rare situations, such as if there is a clear risk of harm to yourself or others, or where required by law.

Clients can feel confident that their privacy and dignity are fully respected throughout the coaching relationship.