What is transition coaching?

Transition Coaching helps you manifest change in your life. It builds emotional preparedness to navigate roadblocks as you embrace life’s possibilities, opening yourself to rich, gratifying rewards.

Together, we will identify and break down any emotional or functional barriers holding you back. We then create a plan to transition you from where you are now to where you want to be.

Typically, coaching takes place weekly for 60 minutes. I coach individuals and groups and provide ongoing guidance and support via email. I also provide helpful tools, tips, and exercises to support your needs.

Personalized

Our initial sessions will be dedicated to assessing the whats and whys - what changes do you want to make, why is it important to you, and what outcomes do you hope to achieve?

Focused

Once we assess what you want to achieve, we will determine the best approach to get there by first highlighting and then managing any obstacles in order to make your goals more accessible.

Transformative

What happens once you achieve your goals? We manifest the change you want and then help you maintain your goals. A change agent master in the making!

“Everyone faces self-imposed barriers or beliefs that hold them back. The key is to uncover and challenge the validity of those limitations. When you truly understand who you are, navigating and embracing change becomes an entirely different experience.”

- Kathy O’Neill

Coaching might be for you if …

You’ve made a major life change and are struggling to adjust, feeling stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming.

You’re approaching retirement and worry about losing your identity, purpose, or sense of fulfillment.

You’ve prioritized others for so long that your own needs, dreams, and desires have taken a backseat.

You’re ready for a big life shift, but don’t know where to start or how to move forward with confidence.

You’ve spent years living by others’ expectations and are ready to reclaim your own path.

You feel disconnected from your true self and struggle to hear or trust your inner voice.

Self-doubt and uncertainty hold you back from stepping fully into the life you want.

You feel unmotivated. At home, in your career, or in your daily life—and long to reignite your passion.

You miss the joy, excitement, and spark you once had—and are ready to rediscover it.

Benefits of being in a coaching relationship

Clarity & Confidence

Recognize your unique strengths, release self-doubt, and step into your personal power.

Inner Guidance

Learn to trust yourself, quiet the noise of fear and doubt, and make decisions with clarity and ease.

Practical Tools for Change

Gain powerful techniques to build self-awareness, shift your mindset, and create the life you desire.

Empowerment, Authenticity & Alignment

Reconnect with your true self and start living in a way that feels natural, fulfilling, and aligned.

Freedom from the Past

Let go of limiting beliefs and negative stories that no longer serve you, making space for new possibilities.

Renewed Joy & Energy

Find inspiration, passion, and excitement for life again, on your terms.

The proof is in the feedback

  • “I had the privilege of working with Kathy at What's Next Transition Coaching, and I can't overstate how much her guidance helped me stay true to my vision during a significant life transition. Shifting from the corporate agency world to running my own consulting firm was uncomfortable, yet precisely the change I needed. I'm now excited, intellectually stimulated, and inspired in a way I haven't been in years. Kathy's unwavering support and accountability kept imposter syndrome and doubt at bay, helping me reach and surpass my lifelong dream of working for myself. Her coaching is truly transformative. If you're navigating a life transition and need someone to keep you on track and inspired, I wholeheartedly recommend Kathy.”

    Kristin E

  • “At the start of this year, I knew I needed a change and wanted my life to look very different in 6 months. I got Kathy's email a week ago. I was feeling really stressed and overwhelmed about how to make this happen, and she was just in time! Kathy provided me with the structure and support I needed to explore multiple paths and find clarity toward my next step. She's not just a great listener but is also skilled at asking helpful, probing questions. Kathy also provided me with helpful tools to help me cut through all the noise. With the clarity and confidence I gained with Kathy, I landed a new job that better fits my needs and wants. And she helped me negotiate a higher salary than I even thought possible. I've also got some exciting paths outlined for the future, and feel at ease and excited to see where this transition takes me. I couldn't recommend Kathy highly enough - she is worth every penny! "

    Natalia B

  • “In the short amount of time we worked together, Kathy was tremendously helpful. Always friendly, patient, and approachable. Compassionate and very supportive approach. It is very easy to connect with her. I got help while navigating through important decisions. We were able to set up the priorities effectively, which led to the solutions I needed. I highly recommend Kathy.”

    Dominika S

  • “Working with Kathy has helped me tremendously. She is able to truly listen to challenges, ask powerful questions, and give actionable steps to achieve goals. She brings a positive energy to coaching. I have seen real progress and have more clarity in my direction, thanks to her. She is a treasure, and I highly recommend her to anyone going through a transition in life."

    Jenna M

  • “Kathy helped me understand what I want and need in a career. I have more confidence in myself and my decision-making abilities. She not only provided valuable insight and guidance, but she was also kind, personable, and delightful to work with. She immediately pinpointed my learning and processing styles. Her customized tools and practices helped me think through complex, difficult, and often overwhelming questions. Kathy seemed to know exactly what I needed. After just two sessions, I feel motivated, determined, and inspired. I no longer feel confused and powerless. Working with Kathy has been the best self-improvement experience I've had. I will continue to recommend her services to anyone who will listen."

    Kim L

  • “Kathy is a special kind of coach. I came to her in a moment of upheaval and I know I will be back. I changed careers (industry and function ) and cities later in life and had a really hard time feeling like I was on solid ground. Each day felt unfamiliar and uncomfortable. Kathy helped ground me in my core values and made me feel like the driver rather than the passenger during this transition. Now that I am over the hump, I realize how big of an impact the conversations and work she had me do contributed to a "soft landing." I highly recommend to anyone finding themselves in a transition period."

    Jon I

  • “Kathy is an expert. She will guide you through change, while holding you accountable. You can trust her and she will help you find trust in yourself.”

    Liz L