Lauren Yuncker, BCC
As a Board Certified Coach, I specialize in helping individuals navigate transitions in their careers and academic journeys.
If you're contemplating a career change, embarking on a new academic path, or seeking to more closely align your work with your values and interests, then coaching may be beneficial in clarifying next steps.
My approach is warm, empathetic, and strengths-based. I draw upon my training in counseling, advising, mindfulness, and non-violent communication to address the whole person and ensure an individualized coaching experience.
My Approach to Coaching
Ethical
Clear values and built trust c0-create a safe space for coaching. I am aligned with the ICF's Core Competencies & BCC's Code of Ethics.
Intuitive
I believe that we all have a powerful inner knowing. We are creative, resourceful beings and the coaching relationship serves to highlight this.
Evidence-Based
My training has been informed by research-backed data that showcases the benefits of coaching.
New to Coaching?
What is Coaching?
Coaching is "partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching often unlocks previously untapped sources of imagination, productivity, and leadership." - The International Coaching Federation
This article provides a quick overview of what life coaching is and how it differs from therapy.
Education & Training
I am a Board Certified Coach through the Center for Credentialing & Education. I hold a specialty designation in Career Coaching.
I earned my Evidence-Based Coaching certificate from Fielding Graduate University. This graduate-level program included over 150 training hours.
In addition to coaching, I have a background in academic advising. I have advised for a multitude of degree and certificate programs. I am a member of NACADA (National Academic Advising Association).
What Clients Have to Say
Testimonials
"Lauren is a great coach! She helped me through my teacher burnout and helped me realize my full potential in all aspects of my career! I now have a clear direction for my future. I couldn't have done it without her. " -Nia
"I was able to bounce thoughts off of Lauren without worrying about any judgement. I was going through big changes and she was able to help me talk through them and figure out next steps and what life looked like in the future." -Kathy