CM: When did you complete the Transformative Coaching
Essentials program and what are some of the most valuable things you got out of it? KB: Graduated August 2025, Certified November 2025. I learned (or unlearned, lol) communication and conversation styles that encourage listening, reflecting, and clarifying the intentions/goals of all parties with an emphasis on consent and agreement (are we venting, fixing, collaborating, brainstorming, etc)
CM: Do you consider yourself a life coach? If no, how would you describe who you are professionally?
KB: Yes and no? lol. That term is widely used but very loosely defined/regulated, leading to confusion and dismissal by many. My business cards say “Transformative Coach,” but I really consider myself a partner during life’s major pivot points.
CM: What would you say to somebody who told you they were thinking about becoming a life coach?
KB: Do it. Even if it’s only to better understand how to be your own coach. Learning these skills changes the way you see, hear, and interact with yourself, your loved ones/coworkers/acquaintances, and your clients, should you choose to pursue monetizing the skillset.
CM: What is one misperception you believe people have about coaches (whether designated “life coach” or something else)?
KB: That we are experts and advice-givers. Who must, therefore, have our “lives” together (practically perfect, in every way) to be a valuable instigator for our clients’ and to ensure they gain success/advancement.
CM: What is your coaching specialty?
KB: As a late-diagnosed member of the neuro-sparkly community, unknowingly embedded in family and friend circles with a wide variety of AuDHD presentations, I’ve developed an affirming and encouraging curiosity, which I bring to each coaching session. Focused on progress over perfection, I help clients identify their core values, quiet their inner critic(s), and dissolve limiting beliefs. With exposure and respect for many ways of life oft considered “alternative” (such as poly/ENM, pagan, naturalist, LGBTQIA+, etc), I welcome clients who have previously met judgement rather than acceptance. I am trauma-informed, a survivor, and a fierce mental health support advocate.
CM: Are you a full-time coach?
KB: Not at all. But I’m trying to make it a lucrative side-hustle in the evenings. By day, I work from home as a Sr. Business Analyst for a large corporation in the medical insurance industry, specializing in Specialty Benefits (Life Insurance) with an emphasis on data analysis/reporting, trend-tracking, root-cause analysis, process improvement, etc.
CM: What do you do other than coaching?
KB: I am an empty-nester (with many pets) and a social butterfly, active in several groups/clubs/communities. I founded a singles activity/event group in the Folsom area on Facebook. In the summers I enjoy tent-glamping, SUP (while sitting), and random road trips. I’m a DIY’er with power tools, big dreams, and an endless to-do list, currently overseeing a major remodel project, creating an independent short-term rental unit in part of my home. I can’t wait until all construction is completed and I can get back to hosting parties and events at my house again!
CM: Do you have a website dedicated to your coaching business?
KB: Currently under development. But anyone interested in connecting with me can reach me at KittyBeeCoaching@gmail.com.
CM: Do you have social media accounts that you use primarily for your coaching business?
KB: My Facebook and Insta pages @KittyBeeCoaching are launched but currently under development.
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