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Life and Relationship Coaching

Life & Relationship Coaching with Joanne Vogel

Helping You Move Beyond 'What Now?'

For many people, counselling provides essential support in times of emotional distress. It helps them heal, process past experiences, and regain a sense of stability. But what happens next? Many individuals reach a point where they ask themselves:

"I feel ready to end counselling.... but where do I go from here?"

This is exactly why I co-authored the book E.M.P.O.W.E.R. — a framework designed to guide people from recovery to growth. If you’ve completed counselling and find yourself wondering what’s next in your journey, coaching can help you take that next step towards purpose, confidence, and achievement.

Life Coaching: Creating Your Future

Life coaching is about unlocking your full potential and taking action towards the life you want. I help individuals:
  • Set and achieve meaningful goals – Whether in career, personal growth, or lifestyle changes.
  • Build confidence and resilience – Overcome self-doubt and develop an empowered mindset.
  • Find direction and purpose – Especially for those who have completed counselling and are looking for their next chapter.
  • ​Do I have to have counselling first? Absolutely not, many people come to me just for coaching not counselling.
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Relationship Coaching: Strengthening Connections

Healthy relationships are at the heart of a fulfilling life. Whether you’re in a partnership or seeking clarity in personal relationships, I offer coaching to help:
  • Improve communication – Learn how to express yourself clearly and listen with intent.
  • Resolve conflicts effectively – Find constructive ways to navigate disagreements.
  • Rebuild trust and connection – Strengthen the foundation of your relationships.

Why Choose Me as Your Coach?

My background in counselling and psychotherapy, combined with my coaching expertise, makes me uniquely qualified to guide you through the transition from healing to thriving. Unlike traditional coaching, my approach integrates deep psychological understanding with practical, results-driven coaching techniques.
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What's Your Next Step?

If you’ve ever asked yourself "Now what?", coaching could be the answer. Take control of your next chapter with professional support tailored to your needs.
Contact Joanne Vogel today to book a consultation—sessions available in-person and online.
Want to learn more? Explore the E.M.P.O.W.E.R. model in my co-authored book to discover how you can take charge of your life.

What Happens in a Coaching Session? How it differs from Counselling

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If you're considering coaching but aren’t quite sure what to expect, you're not alone. Many people wonder, “How does coaching work?” and “How is it different from counselling?” This guide will walk you through what happens in a typical coaching session and how it differs from counselling so you can make an informed decision about what’s right for you.

What to expect in a Coaching Session

A coaching session is a structured conversation designed to help you clarify your goals, overcome obstacles, and take action towards positive change. 
Unlike counselling, which often focuses on healing from the past, coaching is future-focused and action-oriented.
Here’s what happens in a typical coaching session:

Defining Your Goals and Aspirations

The session begins by identifying what you want to achieve. This could be related to career, personal development, relationships, or life balance. If you’re unsure, I will help you explore your values, passions, and priorities to find clarity.

Identifying Challenges and Opportunities

​Once your goal is clear, the next step is to uncover what’s holding you back. This might be limiting beliefs, lack of confidence, or external obstacles. I use powerful coaching techniques to help you reframe challenges and identify opportunities for growth.

Creating an Action Plan

Coaching is all about taking practical steps forward. Each session will involve creating a personalised action plan with clear, achievable steps that move you closer to your goal. Unlike counselling, which may be more open-ended, coaching is structured to drive measurable progress.

Developing Strategies for Success

During your session, you’ll learn tools and techniques to stay motivated, manage setbacks, and build resilience. This could include mindset shifts, time management strategies, or communication techniques—depending on your coaching goals.

Reviewing Progress and Adjusting Your Plan

​Each session builds on the last, providing ongoing support and accountability. You’ll review your progress, celebrate wins, and adjust your plan as needed to ensure you stay on track.
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How Does Coaching Differ from Counselling?
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Both coaching and counselling provide professional support, but they serve different purposes.
Coaching

​Future-focused:
Helps you set and achieve goals.

Action-Oriented: Provides clear strategies for personal growth.

​Empowers self-improvement: Helps clients build confidence and resilience.

Solution-driven: Focuses on problem-solving and progress.

​Performance & results: Encourages taking action and measuring success.
Counselling

​Past-focused:
Helps you heal emotional wounds.

Healing-Oriented: Provides emotional support and exploration.

Addresses mental health concerns: Supports clients dealing with trauma, anxiety, or depression.

Exploratory: Focuses on understanding emotions and past experiences.
Emotional processing: Helps clients understand and navigate feelings.

Which is right for you? Coaching or Counselling?

Book your First Coaching Session

If you’ve completed counselling and find yourself asking "Now what?", or if you're ready to take action towards a more fulfilling life, Joanne Vogel’s Life & Relationship Coaching can help.
Contact me today to book your first session and start creating the future you want.
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Famous People Who Use Coaching to Succeed – And Why You Should Too

Many of the world’s most successful people—business leaders, athletes, and celebrities--invest in coaching to help them reach their full potential. Coaching isn’t just for those facing challenges; it’s for anyone who wants to grow, perform at their best, and live a more fulfilled life.
If some of the most accomplished people in the world rely on coaching, it raises an important question: Could coaching help you achieve more too?

Famous People Who Use Coaching

1. Oprah Winfrey – Life Coaching for Personal Growth
Oprah Winfrey has openly credited coaching as a key factor in her personal and professional success. She has worked with multiple coaches throughout her career, using coaching as a tool for self-improvement, decision-making, and personal fulfilment. She has said:
"A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself."

2. Bill Gates – Coaching for Business Leadership
The Microsoft co-founder believes that everyone needs a coach to reach their full potential. Gates has worked with executive coaches to refine his leadership, decision-making, and communication skills. In one of his famous talks, he stated:
"Everyone needs a coach. We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve."

3. Serena Williams – Coaching for Peak Performance
Tennis legend Serena Williams has worked with some of the best coaches in the world to dominate her sport. Beyond athletic training, Serena also uses mindset and performance coaching to stay mentally tough under pressure. Her ability to push through setbacks is a testament to the power of coaching.

4. Leonardo DiCaprio – Coaching for Confidence and Public Speaking
Hollywood superstar Leonardo DiCaprio has worked with life coaches and voice coaches to improve his on-screen presence and public speaking skills. Like many high-profile actors, he uses coaching to build confidence and refine his craft.

5. Steve Jobs – Executive Coaching for Innovation
The late Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple, was known for his visionary leadership—but he didn’t do it alone. Jobs worked with an executive coach, Bill Campbell (also known as “The Coach of Silicon Valley”), who mentored some of the biggest tech leaders in the world.
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6. Hugh Jackman – Coaching for Mindset and Career Growth
Actor Hugh Jackman has spoken about using coaching to maintain mental resilience, focus, and discipline in both his personal life and acting career. He has worked with life and mindset coaches to stay motivated and overcome self-doubt.

Why Do Successful People Invest in Coaching?

1. Clarity and Goal-Setting
Coaching helps define clear goals and creates a structured plan to achieve them. Many successful people credit coaching with helping them stay focused on their vision.

2. Personal and Professional Growth
Whether in business, sports, or entertainment, growth requires constant learning and adaptation. Coaching provides the feedback and tools needed to continuously improve.

3. Overcoming Obstacles and Limiting Beliefs
Even the most successful people face doubts, challenges, and self-imposed limitations. Coaching helps them push past mental barriers and develop a success-oriented mindset.

4. Accountability and Motivation
Having a coach means having someone to keep you accountable, ensuring you stay on track and make consistent progress.

​5. Enhancing Performance Under Pressure

Top athletes, CEOs, and performers use coaching to stay calm, focused, and perform at their best—especially in high-stakes situations.


Could Coaching Help You Reach Your Full Potential?
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If some of the world’s most accomplished people use coaching to get ahead in life, stay focused, and overcome challenges, imagine what coaching could do for you.

Whether you're looking to improve your career, relationships, confidence, or overall direction in life, coaching provides the guidance and structure you need to succeed.
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Contact Joanne Vogel today to start your coaching journey and take your life to the next level.
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