Case Study: Irene

Here is an example of how I've helped a client navigate a complex career issue and reach a positive resolution.

*names have been changed to protect personal privacy.

Irene was dealing with significant career challenges intertwined with past relationship issues and proximity to the alcohol industry. They are in an unsatisfying job and are seeking a promotion to a new business development position.

At the same time, they are struggling with trust issues and the need to be more social, stemming from personal challenges including a custody separation and alcohol dependency. I approached Irene’s situation holistically, addressing both their career aspirations and personal growth needs. Here's how I helped them:

  1. Career guidance: I assisted Irene in preparing for their interview for the new business development position, helping them strategize and present themselves effectively.

  2. Personal development: I introduced the concept of internal archetypes, IFS, and self-management techniques to help Irene better understand and manage their emotions and decision-making processes.

  3. Relationship building: I emphasized the importance of building rapport and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, even in challenging work environments.

  4. Work-life balance: I helped Irene create a plan to balance their career goals with their personal life, including making the most of time spent with their child during shared custody.

  5. Trust and social skills: I addressed Irene’ trust issues and need for social connection, encouraging them to open up and build stronger relationships.

The positive resolution in this case was multifaceted.

Irene gained clarity on their career path, improved their self-awareness, and developed strategies for better managing their professional and personal relationships.

We worked a coaching plan to continue supporting them through their transition, focusing on both immediate goals (like interview preparation) and long-term personal growth.

I love this example because it showcases my ability to address complex, interconnected issues in a client's life, leading to positive outcomes in both their professional and personal spheres.

My work is a whole human approach to client-centered therapeutic integration and personal development. If this is the kind of support you are looking for, take the next step and claim your first session with Alicia below.

Life & Leadership Coaching
$175.00

These virtual sessions are built for ambitious people who are carrying a lot—and ready to do it differently.

Whether you're navigating burnout, decision fatigue, or the constant pressure to perform, this is a space to slow down, reset, and re-align with what actually matters to you. We'll work together on your personal and professional growth through the lens of nervous system awareness, values-based decision-making, and practical structure.

This work draws on tools from the School of Consent, NLP-based communication, and applied yoga and mindfulness practices. Sessions are personalized, therapeutic, and flexible to what you need each week—whether that’s deep emotional processing, habit redesign, or clarity around leadership and boundaries.

You’ll leave with tools you can actually use—not just insights you forget by the next meeting.

Here’s what to expect:

  • 1:1 session via Zoom

  • Optional session recordings and transcripts available so you can revisit the work

  • Practical strategies to support your clarity, structure, and emotional regulation

  • Realistic support—not performative self-care

Pricing & Packages
Support should meet your needs, not box you in. After an initial consult, we’ll determine what level of support makes the most sense for your goals. Flexible packages are available.

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