“Coaching is helping people grow
without telling them what to do.”
Tony Stoltzfus
Frequently Asked Questions
What is coaching exactly?
Coaching is “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential” (official definition by the International Coach Federation). Because this partnership is key to successful coaching, making sure we (coach and coachee) are the right “fit” is essential! That is why we always start the conversation by scheduling a free consult to get to know each other.
But as you are looking to hire a coach, here are a few things that you should also consider:
1) Your coach should be trained in a program accredited by the ICF (International Coach Federation) which has the highest ethical and professional standards;
2) Your coach should provide a space of confidentiality, trust and without judgment where the client feels completely comfortable to be open and explore;
3) Your coach should ask you to commit to a minimum of sessions so that you can see optimal results and track progress.
How might I benefit from being coached by you?
We are a team of highly trained and certified professionals who bring their intellectual and emotional intelligence to each coaching relationship, through deep listening, genuine curiosity and empathy. Our approach is solution-focused and we encourage you to think outside the box. For this reason, every coaching conversation will challenge you through powerful questions and we will provide a creative framework where you will get to see things in a different light to gain more self awareness. Ultimately, our goal is that you leave our conversations feeling empowered to take action.
As the partner to your vision, your success is extremely important to us. We create an environment of honesty, respect and deep listening where you are able to clarify your vision and find the steps to get there. With Ariadne Coaching, clients feel supported to become open to multiple maps and different ways of thinking, without judgment.
What coaching techniques do you use?
Our lead coach, Dr Mesana, uses solution-focused methods that include Erickson language patterns, whiteboard coaching, neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) tools and four-quadrant thinking. Some techniques include visualizations, values exploration, and strategy streamlining tools. They will help you free yourself from internal mind tangles such as small fears or limiting beliefs. Her methods will help you gain clarity on priorities and what really matters to you. Her approach will assist you with decision making, and boost your creativity and your efficiency to take the ultimate direction towards excellence.
What is your coaching training?
Our full team of coaches are certified professional coaches who abide by ICF standards and code of ethics. Our lead coach, Dr Mesana, completed her certified coaching training based on Neuro-Language Programming (NLP) with Erickson Coaching International. This program is accredited by the International Coach Federation. She is a certified PCC (Professional Certified Coach) ICF practitioner. She is also a certified practitioner in emotional intelligence (EQ-i and EQ-360) as well as a Hogan Leadership Assessor - which means that she is authorized to administrate these psychometric tests to her coaching clients.
Dr Mesana holds a PhD in Sociology and is also trained in Political Science, in Media and Communication and in Social Sciences, which gives her:
1. a very rich and complex appreciation of how human beings think and behave, how they communicate and what motivates them to take action;
2. diverse frameworks and methods to use in her coaching which she shares with her team of coaches in her mentoring;
3. high ethics and confidentiality that she adopted early on as a researcher and as an Erickson Professional Coach.
Will you give me advice?
As a coach, our mission is to help you grow without telling you what to do. We believe in your potential so our goal is to empower you and to connect you to your own resourcefulness. A solution-focused approach is not meant for the coach to provide the solutions but for the coachee to find what works best for them. We will challenge you in ways that enable you to get those results you came for, with methods that are proven and effective.
As a coach we won’t give you advice per se. However each of our coaches possesses unique skills and expertise they apply in their coaching.
And what do you know about creativity?
Dr Mesana is very adamant about unlocking her coachee’s creativity and she also understands the struggles and the beauty of creative minds. Many of her coachees are leaders who want to tap into a more emotionally agile and creative leadership. Dr Mesana is passionate about finding unique ways to unlock your resourcefulness and your creativity.
She has also attended various training workshops in art therapy, using tools such as guided visualizations and vision boards, art journaling and mandalas for setting intentions, and reducing/ managing stress. She now enjoys bringing these unique skills and mindfulness techniques to her coaching too.
How much does coaching with you cost?
Please note that we offer an initial discovery session that will help establish your needs and assess if our coach/coachee relationship will be a good fit.
Prices vary according to clients’ needs and goals, so please contact us to inquire about pricing and various options. We will then send you an information bundle about our various packages and options.
How long does a coaching session last?
A standard coaching session lasts for 60 minutes. However, all our packages include an initial coaching session of 90 minutes in order to know the client better, set goals for your project and get off to a great start.
The duration of a coaching relationship varies according to the clients’ needs. A minimum of 5 sessions is included in all Ariadne Coaching packages to ensure optimal results to all new clients. For long term projects and deeper exploration, 5 to 12 months’ packages are recommended. Please contact us for more information on options and pricing.
Where do we meet for coaching?
Most of our coaching is done virtually, by audio/videoconference or by phone, which makes coaching sessions more accessible and flexible to fit your schedule and accommodate various time zones, wherever you are in the world.
Our lead coach is located in Ottawa (Canada), so in person coaching is offered in the Ottawa-Gatineau region. We also offer tailored 1:1 coaching and coaching workshops outside of Ottawa. Please contact us if you would like in person coaching for yourself or for your organization outside of the Ottawa/Gatineau area.
How do I contact you? I want to start as soon as possible!
Just click below to contact us to claim your FREE 30mn Discovery Session and to receive your information package with the various coaching packages.