1:1 Mental
Health Coaching
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What to expect:
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Unlock the larger well-being vision you have for yourself
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Re-discover and re-align on what values are most important to you
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Better understand what motivates and drives you forward
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Discuss ways to connect to the things you care about more often
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Start to map out steps towards achieving your larger vision
Initial Discovery Session $208
In this 75-minute session, I’ll support you to uncover the deeper vision you have for yourself. You'll walk away with a clearer understanding of what’s most important to you at this point in your life and what it means to live more fully, despite life’s circumstances.
Continued Support
What to expect:
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Support through some of life’s toughest transitions such as caretaking, loss, parenthood, a recent diagnosis, etc.
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Guidance in achieving your health and well-being vision
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Less stress over time through connecting with your personally chosen values
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Tools to engage with the present moment more often
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Experiential exercises to make peace with your inner critic
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Encouragement to show up for the uncomfortable yet impactful moments in your life
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Self-care support and guidance
After the initial coaching session, continued coaching sessions are personalized to your support needs. I offer both 50-minute and 25-minute coaching sessions.
FULL - $128
50-minute
Full-support coaching sessions are for those who are looking to and have the time and space to dig deep.
MINI - $78
25-minute
Mini coaching sessions are great for those who are either in or close to maintenance, are more health and wellness goal focused, or would like a more economical option.
Meet your coach, Rachael
Hi friend - I’m Rachael Charbonneau, NBC-HWC (National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach). I’m a Mental Health Coach , designer, facilitator, teacher, aunt, dog mom, supportive partner, friend, and human-being navigating life just as you are.
I support people experiencing stress from life circumstances; including, but not limited to, burnout, a recent diagnosis, managing a chronic condition, caretaking, processing a lifestyle change, making a lifestyle change, and more.
I coach using the evidence-based processes of Acceptance and Commitment Coaching, guiding people to connect to the things they care about more often, even when it might be uncomfortable to do so. This approach lowers stress, contributing to better well-being and an overall more joyful life.
FAQs
What is mental health coaching?
Mental health coaching is a supportive, goal-oriented process designed to help individuals manage stress, improve emotional well-being, and enhance overall mental health. A mental health coach works with clients to identify challenges, develop coping strategies, and build resilience. Compared to therapy, coaching focuses on the present and future, empowering clients to make positive changes and achieve personal growth. It’s a collaborative partnership that emphasizes self-awareness, accountability, and practical solutions.
What’s the difference between coaching and therapy?
Mental health coaching and therapy both support emotional well-being, but they differ in focus and approach. Therapy typically addresses deeper psychological issues, past trauma, and mental health disorders with a licensed professional, often through talk therapy or other clinical methods. In contrast, mental health coaching is more future-focused, helping clients define a vision, uncover values, set and achieve personal goals, develop coping strategies, and enhance resilience without diagnosing or treating mental health conditions. While therapy aims to heal and process, coaching emphasizes growth, practical tools, and self-empowerment.
What credentials and training do you have?
I’m a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC) and have completed several years of training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as an evidence-based coaching modality. To read more about my training and experience, head on over to the 'About' page.
What is an NBC-HWC?
The National Board of Health and Wellness Coaches (NBHWC) partnered with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) in 2017 to create a certification exam for health and wellness coaches. This certification is considered the highest standard for health and wellness coaching, allowing coaches to be integral members of a care team. The International Coaching Federation (ICF), while not specific to health and wellness coaching, is another leading organization that sets a high standard for life coaching and other coaching specialties.
Is coaching covered by health insurance?
No, not at this time. The industry is moving in that direction, though!
Do you take HSA/FSA?
Yes! If you think you may be HSA/FSA eligible, you'll need to obtain a Medical Letter of Necessity from your health care provider and receive approval from your medical plan.
How many coaching sessions will I need and how often?
This is highly personal. It can be powerful to work together for 6 months, and sometimes it can take just one session to feel empowered and move through what you came to work on. I’ve worked with some clients for 5+ years!
Typically, coaching with me looks like:
First 2 sessions, 1 week apart
After that, every other week (2x per month)
1x per month when entering maintenance mode
The average length of time in working together is 4 - 6 months
Do you sell packages?
Yes! See packages here.
Do you offer financial help?
Email me for sliding scale rates and a local’s discount code (Upstate NY: Saratoga Springs, Capital Region, and beyond).
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Coming soon: monthly community sessions at a discounted rate.
Where do sessions take place?
Currently, all sessions take place virtually over Zoom. If you live in or around Saratoga County, New York, and are interested in in-person sessions, please send me a message.