{"id":22869,"date":"2020-02-09T17:56:58","date_gmt":"2020-02-09T22:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/?page_id=22869"},"modified":"2021-12-02T21:11:05","modified_gmt":"2021-12-03T02:11:05","slug":"coaching","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/coaching\/","title":{"rendered":"Coaching and Consultations"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Interested In Life Coaching?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need coaching, be sure to make use of this low-cost and highly-effective service offered exclusively through Blunt\u00a0Therapy. You can have your questions answered in an email, which is effective for most people. Or, if your situation is a bit more involved, you can take advantage of a brief and solution-focused session. Read on to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Me<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#f6f6f6\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-1.jpg\" alt=\"Randy Withers, LCMHC\" class=\"wp-image-38629 lazyload\" width=\"205\" height=\"205\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-1.jpg\" alt=\"Randy Withers, LCMHC\" class=\"wp-image-38629 lazyload\" width=\"205\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-1-125x125.jpg 125w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-1-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 205px) 100vw, 205px\" \/><\/noscript><figcaption>Randy Withers, LCMHC<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>My name is Randy Withers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I am a Board-Certified Counselor and a licensed therapist. I work with clients who struggle with depression, trauma, relationship issues, and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/myths-about-addiction\/\">substance abuse<\/a>. I work and see clients in private practice. On Blunt <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/therapy\/\"  title=\"Therapy\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Therapy<\/a>, I offer life coaching services to clients interested in personal development, setting goals, and enhancing the quality of their relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-LCAS-signature.png\" alt=\"Randy Withers LCMHC LCAS signature\" class=\"wp-image-27464 lazyload\" width=\"275\" height=\"71\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-LCAS-signature.png\" alt=\"Randy Withers LCMHC LCAS signature\" class=\"wp-image-27464 lazyload\" width=\"275\" height=\"71\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-LCAS-signature.png 525w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-LCAS-signature-400x103.png 400w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/Randy-Withers-LCMHC-LCAS-signature-150x39.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 275px) 100vw, 275px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m also a former teacher, college counselor, and Academic Dean. For the past two years, I\u2019ve served as the Managing Editor for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/donate\/\">Blunt Therapy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve spent the past 20 years helping people achieve goals. Along the way, I\u2019ve developed a unique perspective on the nature of change that informs everything I do as a therapist, educator, and writer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/about\/editor\/\">more about me here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How I Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a Licensed Clinical <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/mental-health\/\"  title=\"Mental Health\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">Mental Health<\/a> Counselor (LCMHC), Clinical Addictions Specialist (LCAS), and former educator, I have over 20 years of professional experience. My areas of expertise include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Depression and Anxiety<\/li><li>Substance Use Disorders<\/li><li>Co-Occurring Disorders<\/li><li>Relationship Issues<\/li><li>Parenting Issues<\/li><li>Setting Goals<\/li><li>Stress Management<\/li><li>Navigating Life Events<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Coaching services are designed to be brief, educational, and solution-focused. We can have one exchange or several. It\u2019s entirely up to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do A Coaching Session?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few of the benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Identify and develop goals<\/li><li>Values Clarification<\/li><li>Clarity on a relationship issue;<\/li><li>feedback on a stressful life situation;<\/li><li>actionable parenting advice;<\/li><li>education about mental illness or personality disorders.<\/li><li>Support and accountability.<\/li><li><strong>Your satisfaction is guaranteed.<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please Note:<\/strong>&nbsp;I do not offer&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/how-to-get-results-in-therapy\/\">psychotherapy<\/a>&nbsp;or provide a diagnosis. Thank you for understanding.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-parenting.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for parenting\" class=\"wp-image-22875 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-parenting.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for parenting\" class=\"wp-image-22875 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-parenting.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-parenting-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-parenting-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Family And Life Issues<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>How can I set boundaries with my in-laws?<\/li><li>What do my children need to be mentally strong?<\/li><li>How can I help a loved one struggling with drug or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/i-have-a-problem-with-alcohol\/\">alcohol addiction<\/a>?<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mental Health And Self-Care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>How can I make self-care a priority?<\/li><li>What are some ways to manage my depression?<\/li><li>What are some ways to take care of my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/resources\/mental-health-websites\/\">mental health<\/a>?<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-drug-addiction.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for drug addiction\" class=\"wp-image-22874 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-drug-addiction.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for drug addiction\" class=\"wp-image-22874 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-drug-addiction.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-drug-addiction-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-drug-addiction-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-4 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-relationships.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for relationships\" class=\"wp-image-22876 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"320\" height=\"213\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-relationships.jpg\" alt=\"consultation for relationships\" class=\"wp-image-22876 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-relationships.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-relationships-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/consultation-for-relationships-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 320px) 100vw, 320px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Relationships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>How can my partner and I communicate better?<\/li><li>How can I end things without hurting him?<\/li><li>What is the best way to resolve conflict?<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Coaching Is Not:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>A therapy session;<\/li><li>A forum to obtain a diagnosis;<\/li><li>A place to revisit trauma;<\/li><li>A resource if you are in physical, social, or psychological crisis;<\/li><li>An opportunity to report or escape abuse;<\/li><li>Appropriate if you are suicidal.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in the market for <a class=\"wpil_keyword_link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/betterhelp-counseling-review\/\"  title=\"online counseling\" data-wpil-keyword-link=\"linked\">online counseling<\/a> services, I highly recommend\u00a0<strong><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow rel=&quot;sponsored&quot;\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"BetterHelp Therapist Search\" href=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/recommends\/betterhelp-therapist-search\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">BetterHelp<\/a><\/strong>. You can get an amazing discount today with that link.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Email, Video, And Phone Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose one of the following four (4) options that best applies to you and your budget<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First Option: 2 Email Exchanges between you and Randy&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; ($30.00)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an excellent option if you have a basic question about a relationship, family, substance use, or\u00a0mental health\u00a0condition or situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You will receive 2 thorough email responses with solid feedback and action steps for you to follow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Second Option: 4 Email Exchanges between you and Randy\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0($50.00)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more involved situations that will require additional information and clarification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>You will receive 4 emails with in-depth feedback, professional insights, and action steps for you to follow.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Third Option: 45-minute Video Chat Session via Skype\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0($125.00)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Face-to-face video session (or audio-only if you prefer) to really get down to the nitty-gritty of your problem. You will have a back and forth conversation with Randy and finish your session with a better understanding of what\u2019s going on and how to address it.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fourth Option: 75-minute Video Chat Session via Skype ($175.00)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>All the time you will need for a thorough assessment and analysis of your situation. You will have plenty of time for questions, receive thorough feedback, and leave with an action plan that you can start to implement immediately.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1-571x300.jpg\" alt=\"video consultation\" class=\"wp-image-27585 lazyload\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"571\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1-571x300.jpg\" alt=\"video consultation\" class=\"wp-image-27585 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1-571x300.jpg 571w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1-381x200.jpg 381w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.blunt-therapy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/video-chat-session-1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Steps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To request either an Email or Video Chat Session, please fill out this Coaching Request Form so that I can determine if the service is right for you and if he can help. I will email you back in 48 hours with instructions on how to submit your payment and to set up a mutually agreed upon time (if a Video Chat Session is warranted).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Payments will be made via PayPal and are due before the service is rendered. I apologize for the inconvenience, but the service is non-refundable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-forms uagb-forms__outer-wrap uagb-block-52a24c21 uagb-forms__medium-btn\"><form class=\"uagb-forms-main-form\" method=\"post\" name=\"uagb-form-52a24c21\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-forms-name uagb-forms-name-wrap uagb-forms-field-set uagb-block-fde27098\"><div class=\"uagb-forms-name-label required uagb-forms-input-label\" id=\"fde27098\">First Name<\/div><input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Your Name\" required class=\"uagb-forms-name-input uagb-forms-input\" name=\"fde27098\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-forms-name uagb-forms-name-wrap uagb-forms-field-set uagb-block-d25c4571\"><div class=\"uagb-forms-name-label  uagb-forms-input-label\" id=\"d25c4571\">Last Name<\/div><input type=\"text\" placeholder=\"Your Last Name\" class=\"uagb-forms-name-input uagb-forms-input\" name=\"d25c4571\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-forms-email uagb-forms-email-wrap uagb-forms-field-set uagb-block-5affca4a\"><div class=\"uagb-forms-email-label required uagb-forms-input-label\" id=\"5affca4a\">Email<\/div><input type=\"email\" class=\"uagb-forms-email-input uagb-forms-input\" placeholder=\"example@mail.com\" required name=\"5affca4a\"\/><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-forms-textarea uagb-forms-textarea-wrap uagb-forms-field-set uagb-block-7d425723\"><div class=\"uagb-forms-textarea-label required uagb-forms-input-label\" id=\"7d425723\">Message<\/div><textarea required class=\"uagb-forms-textarea-input uagb-forms-input\" rows=\"4\" placeholder=\"Why are you interested in coaching?\" name=\"7d425723\"><\/textarea><\/div>\n<div class=\"uagb-forms-form-hidden-data\"><input type=\"hidden\" id=\"g-recaptcha-response\" class=\"uagb-forms-recaptcha\"\/><input type=\"hidden\" class=\"uagb_forms_form_label\" value=\"UAG Form\"\/><input type=\"hidden\" class=\"uagb_forms_form_id\" value=\"uagb-form-52a24c21\"\/><\/div><div class=\"uagb-forms-main-submit-button-wrap\"><button class=\"uagb-forms-main-submit-button\"><div class=\"uagb-forms-main-submit-button-text\"><strong>Submit<\/strong><\/div><\/button><\/div><\/form><div class=\"uagb-forms-success-message-52a24c21 uagb-forms-submit-message-hide\"><span>Your message has been submitted successfully! 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