What is a Self-Discovery & Transformative Life Coach?
In this blog I’m sharing what makes transformational life coaching different to life coaching and other kinds of coaching. As a summary, unlike traditional coaching, which might focus on improving specific skills or hitting performance targets, transformational life coaching is about deeper, lasting change - helping you shift your mindset, beliefs and identity so you can be more you in this world. There are a few theories and ideas that have contributed to the development of transformational coaching from Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Carl Rogers' person-centred approach, but at its heart, transformational life coaching is about helping you live a life that feels true to you.
What is Transformational Life Coaching Really About?
Transformational life coaching is about creating space for self-awareness, personal growth and finding your own way forward. It’s not just about solving problems - it’s about recognising patterns and beliefs that might be holding you back and shifting them in a way that feels right. Through open conversations, thought-provoking questions and gentle steps forward, you can move past limitations and step into the most you version of yourself.
Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs: How It Fits In
Maslow’s famous pyramid of needs is a great way to understand personal growth. It’s made up of five levels:
Basic Needs – Food, water, and shelter - the essentials for survival.
Safety Needs – Feeling secure and stable in life.
Love and Belonging – Relationships, friendships and community.
Esteem Needs – Confidence, recognition and self-worth.
Self-Actualisation – Becoming the best version of yourself.
Transformational coaching often focuses on the top levels - helping you build deeper trust and confidence, break thought patterns and find greater alignment. It’s about moving beyond self-doubt and living each day with self-assurance.
The Person-Centred Approach: Why It Matters
Carl Rogers believed that people thrive in a space where they feel seen, heard and accepted. That’s exactly what transformational coaching is about. It’s a judgment-free space where you can explore who you are and what you want without fear of being criticised. The goal is to create an environment where you feel safe enough to grow, change and take bold steps towards a life that feels right for you.
My Approach to Transformational Life Coaching
For me, transformational coaching is about self-discovery, alignment and giving you the space to think, explore and quiet the noise of everyday life. I create a relaxed, supportive environment where you can dig deep, figure out what really matters and start making changes that feel natural and right for you. Through open conversations, gentle questions and reflection, I help you connect with yourself, to rediscover what’s important to you and make gentle shifts to weave these discoveries into your everyday and feel more aligned.
A Journey of Transformational Life Coaching:
Reconnect - The first step is creating the space to connect with yourself. It’s about:
Exploring who you are beneath external expectations.
Challenging beliefs and identifying which are truly yours.
Noticing areas where you feel stuck or disconnected.
Reconnecting with what brings you joy and sparks excitement.
Rediscover - With this reconnection comes a sense of curiosity and openness to rediscover what matters most to you. This could involve:
Letting yourself imagine what you’d want without limits or judgment.
Recognising what you’re ready to release from your life.
Exploring how you want your days to look and feel.
Realign - Realigning means honouring your discoveries and weaving them into your everyday. You could do this by:
Creating daily practices to stay connected to yourself.
Taking small steps towards what you want.
Seeking communities and spaces that align with your values.
Finding ways to support yourself during this journey.
Ready to Begin Transformative Life Coaching?
Transformational coaching isn’t about giving advice or telling you what to do - it’s about walking alongside you, creating space for you to pause, think and figure it out what you want. If you’re seeking a deeper connection with yourself, to bring confidence and trust in your decisions and what you want your life to look like, I’d love to invite you to read more about working together and book a call to chat!
Thanks for reading, and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes you.