Higher Vibes Coaching Blog
Trauma-Informed Coaching: Language Matters
Effective coaching and leadership create a space of safety, trust, and empowerment—not pressure, dismissal, or forced healing. Certain phrases, even when well-intended, can come across as invalidating, triggering, or disempowering. This guide breaks down what NOT to say in coaching or leadership—and what to say instead to foster genuine growth, support, and confidence.
Performance Coaching: A Perspective for Coaches & Clients
Performance coaching helps high-functioning professionals uncover their core motivations, break limiting patterns, and achieve sustainable success. The best coaching goes beyond surface-level strategies—it embraces identity-affirming, trauma-informed practices that align with a client’s whole self, creating deeper, lasting transformation.
Oh S**t, I’m Coaching a Coach or Therapist (AKA How to Support High-Expertise Clients)
Don’t fret, my pet! Coaching a coach or therapist comes with unique challenges—after all, they already know the tools and techniques! This guide explores how to navigate power dynamics, build trust, and provide real value when working with high-expertise clients, so you can confidently support those who are used to being the expert.
Personality Tests: A Guide for Neurodivergent Thinkers
Personality tests can feel overwhelming, but they don’t have to be. This guide breaks down how different personality assessments work together and how they can be powerful tools for self-understanding—especially for those navigating ADHD or ASD. Learn how to use these insights to make life easier, improve decision-making, and embrace your strengths.
Coaching ADHD Clients in the Workplace: Disclosure, Accommodations, and Advocacy
Coaches, learn how to support ADHD clients as they navigate workplace challenges, from disclosure decisions to advocating for accommodations and overcoming internalized stigma. This guide includes practical tools and resources to empower both clients and coaches, helping ADHD professionals thrive in their careers while fostering a more inclusive workplace.
Workplace Accommodations for Neurodivergent Employees: Advocacy Without Disclosure
Neurodivergent employees often work with coaches to navigate workplace accommodations, but formal disclosure can feel daunting—or unnecessary. Instead of relying on disclosure, it’s essential to identify personal challenges and proactively collaborate with teams to create a more supportive and inclusive work environment. This guide explores how to advocate for your needs, request accommodations, and foster understanding—without disclosing more than you’re comfortable with.
The Future of Work: Embracing Neurodivergent Thinkers in the Age of AI
Neurodivergent thinkers have the power to reshape workspaces and drive innovation, especially as we enter the AI era. This essay blends personal experience with broader insights on how embracing neurodiversity benefits both individuals and organizations. Discover actionable steps for managers and businesses to foster an inclusive workplace that enhances creativity, problem-solving, and long-term success.
The Lasting Impact of Domestic Abuse: How It Affects Survivors at Work and Beyond
The impact of domestic abuse is profound, reverberating across many lives. It affects survivors' presence and ability to advocate for themselves. At work, it undermines their relationships, performance, and career outlook. Survivors often feel haunted by their abusers, who creep into all aspects of their lives, like unrelenting zombies. Read this—it could change lives, perhaps even your own.