Raison d'être Coaching

Client Testimonials

“Stephanie changed my life. The work we did careerwise opened up a flood of opportunities that I didn’t know how to unlock, and the work she has done with me personally has freed me from long-held habits that I wasn’t aware were stifling me. She has helped me to better understand myself, release emotion, and better interact with others. I cannot recommend her enough.”

Harris Doran — Award Winning Filmmaker, Producer (USA)

“Serendipity?

I was the person who never asked for help. I am a goal-setter, a doer, and a high achiever, yet I was broken. I spent my first 56 years “Doing,” and Stephanie taught me how to “Be”. It’s opened up a realm of possibilities. The investment in myself was long overdue.

In a moment of frustration when I was working at the Tour de France in 2022, I googled life coaches. Perhaps I found Stephanie because I am American and was in France when I googled. I believe nothing is by chance. When we open ourselves to receive anything, in my case, help, the world gives us what we, or specifically, who we need at that moment.

As women, we often place our needs long after those of spouses, children, and families. There is always some other need. That day I said yes to Stephanie and her coaching. I put myself first, and both I and my circle of loved ones benefit from that ‘yes’ every day.”

Kimberly Coats — CEO Nonprofit, Team Africa Rising (USA)

“I heard about Stephanie through an acquaintance of mine and took the chance and worked with her for a year.

I was at a very stuck point in my life. My biggest fear was that this was my life — and that was it! Stephanie helped me believe I could have the life I wanted. She never wavered in her belief in what I could achieve. Don’t get me wrong this is hard work. I needed to dig deep if I wanted to make these changes.

Currently, I’m transitioning out of a demanding job in academia, growing my private practice and spending months at a time at the beach ... a place I have fantasized about living. I cannot thank her enough for her guidance and support. She’s absolutely amazing at what she does.”

Karen Mruk — Professor, Analyst, Social Worker (USA)

“Stephanie was my first coach ever! When I reached out, I was just starting my career transition. After 10 years working in the corporate world, I had decided to change professions. I had no idea how to get started. I was full of doubts and quite often felt like an impostor. 

During the months that we worked together, Stephanie always made me feel heard and deeply understood.

She helped me jump into action.

She pushed me when she knew I could go further.

She made me ask myself questions that literally transformed the way I see myself and the world around me.

She helped me gain confidence and gain clarity in my “why”.

Working with Stephanie was life-changing and I’ll forever be grateful for the empathy, warmth, honesty and professionalism she instilled in every session we had together.”

Maria Jose Heredia — VP Marketing Executive to Career Coach (Canada)

“Stephanie is one of those people with whom you will feel safe, listened to and empowered. She is a gentle, inspiring and spontaneous coach who shows vulnerability and genuine support. I was fortunate to be able to work with her in a group of powerful and inspiring women that she facilitates.”

Ines Del Campo — French Neurolanguage Coach (France)

“A couple years ago I envisioned a freer and more focused version of myself. I was wound up so tight, so obsessed with validation that I couldn’t make any progress towards becoming this more fulfilled person. The transformation required time and patience, but without the guidance of Stephanie I never would have been challenged to actualize this new chapter of me!

She proved that my creativity is not bound to professional advancement, and while I have also accelerated my career in our time together, I’m certain that the space she helped me create for my passions will have a lasting impact on my life.

Stephanie’s expertise and mentoring is key to how I will continue to grow, not only as a creative, but as a father and husband.”

Michael Aronson — Senior Producer, Editor Paramount+ (USA)

“Before working with Stephanie I found myself going through a lot of change. It was a difficult time for me. I believe that conventional therapy is wonderful and important, but I wasn’t getting out of it what I was yearning for. I wanted some new ideas or ways to help me cope with the issues at hand so I tried life coaching because I had nothing to lose.

Since I began my coaching sessions with Stephanie, I am much more aware. My life has changed dramatically and I'm facing events, emotions, and work in a whole new way thanks to Stephanie’s guidance and support.”

Dawn H. — Healthcare, Nuclear Medicine (USA)

“Stephanie helped me respect that you must lean in to the hard times, the dark feelings, the self doubt and accept every part of who you are, before you can show up as the best version of yourself.

Before our work together I felt that I would be happy if I got the job, found the life partner, had the child or perfect dog, looked the perfect way. Through our work I learned that happiness it not about obtaining that one elusive thing, but about these basic truths: I decide what my life looks like. It's ok sometimes to not feel ok and to change your mind about what you want your life to look like. The path to happiness is paved with self love and self acceptance.”

Lina Weber — Healthcare, Physician Assistant (USA)

“After experiencing some serious health challenges, Stephanie guided me on a path that made sense of the chaos and helped me develop a plan of action to face whatever trials are in front of me.”

Jennifer Brooks — Psychology Graduate Student (USA)

“Stephanie and I connected at the start of the pandemic, when I had serious doubts about the relevance of my work in the context of such a great health crisis. Our sessions taught me that my tribe does exists and that if I continue to show up, my tribe will too. I will keep going.”

Elka Krajewska — Salvage Art Institute, Founder (Austria)

“Stephanie is so grounded, so positive, and an incredibly present listener. Even though our time together was brief, I believe that her light touch and powerful words were instrumental in my shift.”

Schann Mobley — Freelance Artist (USA)

“Through working with Stephanie, I realized that I have a lot of skills and strengths - both professional and entrepreneurial. I’m happier with who I am, and I’m now making time for other passions of mine.”

Neil Lajkiewicz, PhD. — Medicinal Chemist (USA)

“Stephanie’s warmth and empathy make me feel entirely comfortable opening up to her and the process. With her thoughtful and precise questions, she is able to pinpoint issues and start breaking them down. She challenges me to reframe my way of thinking with kindness and without judgment.”

Sarah Poitras — Marketing Executive & Travel Blogger (Netherlands)

“Stephanie has a heart of gold. Our work together shifted my outlook on the steps I can take to progress my career. I highly recommend Stephanie if you're needing help moving forward with an important decision in your life.”

Sarah Robenbaugh — Actor (USA)

“Stephanie helped me jump-start a passion project I had been procrastinating on for months. She gave me practical resources and actionable goals to help me move past my fear and dive in with joy.”

Marcy Minton — Writer (USA)