Lauren Springer, PCC
240.688.6475
Elizabeth-Anne Elizabeth Stewart, PhD, BCC, PCC, PCC
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773.495.0228
LIFE COACHING/ COACHING EDUCATION / COACH MENTORING / WRITING COACHING
Coaching Highlights
An ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Board-Certified Coach (BCC) with over 30 years' experience offering inner guidance, I launched The Ministry Coaching Foundation in 2023 to provide ongoing education and personal enrichment to life coaches, spiritual seekers, and anyone involved in offering inner guidance. My signature course, Transformational Coaching, has been awarded 40 ICF CCEU's; I am presently accepting applications for February 2026, having already graduated three cohorts of happy students. Before this, I served as Director of Education for ThrivingTogether, The Catholic Theological Union's ICF-certified Level One ministerial life coach training program-- sadly, no longer funded. I have taught at The Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT) since 2012; classes include Narrative Coaching, The Art of Sacred Listening, Creating Sacred Context, and Imagery and Spiritual Awakening.
An ICF Assessor, I also serve as a mentor coach for new coaches and those seeking an ICF credential. Since 2019, I have had the privilege of serving as a Facilitator for Coaching.com (formerly WBECS) and have hosted a number of Round Tables for the global coaching community on such topics as "Writing a Coaching Book that People Actually Want to Read!" and "Venturing Beyond our Comfort Zones in a VUCA World." In September 2023, Coaching.com showcased my presentation, "Unlocking Epiphany Moments in Coaching"; last December, I co-presented "The Coach-Approach to Shadow Work" with Peter Metzner on Coaching.com's Coach Showcase. We had presented on the same topic at the 2024 ICF Regional Conference in Ohio.
My most recent book -- Unlocking Epiphany Moments: A Primer for Life Coaches & Other Inner Guides-- has just been released by Collective Ink, U.K., 2025.
Over the last year, I also had the privilege of serving as a content contributor to ICF's CoachBock project, a resource for the global coaching community.
My Story in a Nutshell
Born in England and raised both in England and on the tiny Mediterranean island of Malta, I have always been a leader with multiple interests, inexhaustible energy, and a delight in creativity. I love people and especially enjoy the roles of teacher and guide; nothing pleases me more than to be the midwife of an "Ah-Ha" moment, a catalyst for meaningful change, for growth in awareness, and for opening up a universe of possibilities!
My Coaching Approach
As a faculty member for twenty-eight years at DePaul University, I was known as "The Great Motivator," a quality that to this day remains the hallmark of my Life Coaching and other areas of professional life. I like to think of myself as constantly engaged in the Transformation of Consciousness— both my own and that of others. When we learn to see possibility instead of limitation, fullness instead of emptiness, abundance instead of lack, then we can tap into the inner well where all our wisdom resides. We hold our own answers! Though I serve primarily in Christian contexts, I work with clients from every faith tradition as well as those without a formal religious affiliation. I am available for individual and group retreats, motivational seminars, and creativity workshops. My background uniquely positions me to assist ministry teams in exploring their vision/mission, developing their ministry skills, and extending their pastoral reach.
In summary, I coach clients to stretch beyond limitations and embrace the possible, accessing the extraordinary capacities within; I also serve as a Writing Coach, working with clients both in-person and remotely.
Coaching and Imagery
One of my specialties is working with imagery both in coaching and in healing contexts; Decades ago, I developed a process of dialoguing with the unconscious that I named Image Guidance, subsequently publishing two books on the topic with Paulist Press, and, more recently self-publishing a book on imagery and its coaching applications --Mind-Shifting Imagery: Image Guidance for Life Coaches. My new interests include Shadow work and Epiphany Moments.
My Academic Background
The author of thirteen books and many articles, I am a member of ICF (The International Coach Federation) and SDI (Spiritual Directors International), I am on faculty at the Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT) and also teach professional writing and creative writing at St. Xavier University. Trained as a Spiritual Director at the Claret Center, Chicago, I hold the BCC, PCC, a PhD in Theology (University of Malta), a Doctor of Ministry in Poetry (Graduate Theological Foundation), a B.A. in English (University of Malta), and an M.A. in English (DePaul University).
My Professional Interests
Over the years, my range of business ventures has included life coaching, spiritual direction, writing coaching, public speaking coaching, relationship coaching, healing with the imagination, photography, wedding officiating, motivational seminars, and teaching Argentine Tango! Each of these seemingly unrelated activities demands full active listening, mindfulness, responsive presence, and positive regard for the client; the breadth and depth of these interests require flexibility, creativity, and ongoing learning— all invaluable skills for any coach!
Life Coaching: www.elizabeth-annestewart.com
Coach Education: www.MinistryCoachingFoundation.com
WritingCoaching: www.ChicagoWritingCoach.com
Kelly Stixrud, PCC
708.218.7408
Guy Summers, PCC
773.548.6355
Cheryl Susman, PCC
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847.757.8780
As a mom of three grown kids who have ADHD, learning disabilities and anxiety, I understand the emotional roller coaster that goes with our efforts to shoulder the burdens to support our kids. I’m committed to helping other parents and adults who are going through what I’ve faced with my kids and my husband (our discovery along our journey).
After working with me, my clients say they can manage their lives with more commitment and focus. They tell me they have less stress, more confidence and are more empowered to create the life they want.
I graduated from the Coach Approach for Organizers™ Training, one of the few ADHD accredited programs by the International Coach Federation (ICF), the governing body of the coaching profession. I also graduated from the Laser-Focused Coaching Program, also accredited by ICF, with Marion Franklin, who studied with Thomas Leonard, one of the pioneers of Coaching. In addition to being a member of the ICF since 2014, I achieved the ICF Coach Credential of Associate Certified Coach (ACC).
I am a Professional Educational Therapist, hold an Illinois Educator’s Certification, and an MA in Special Education, each specializing in learning disabilities and behavioral issues.
I want you to feel comfortable with your decision to work with me. I don’t want you to have to wonder if my systems, tools, and resources I’ll share really work.
Here’s my No-risk 3-point Guarantee:
1. I offer a complimentary mini-coaching session so you can sample how I work.
2. You get my “Pull the Ripcord Promise” on my programs. Depending on the program, after the first session (or hour), you can “pull the ripcord” and parachute out of our work together with no further obligation. A small administrative fee may apply in some cases.
3. I will not accept you as a client unless I am convinced that I can help you and that my service is right for you.
Tuesday - Thursday:
9 - 6
Evenings by Appointment
**Some times are not available online; please contact me if you need alternative times.
Good to know features:
Cheryl Susman ADHD Coaching offers services in the Chicagoland area and Northern Suburbs in person, and all over the US and internationally by phone or videoconference.
How Do We Start?
Step 1 is an ADHD Strategy Assessment
Why start with an ADHD Strategy Assessment?
Parents and Adults living with ADHD can self-diagnose and enroll in a coaching program or a one-time session, but to make sure you get maximum value in the shortest amount of time, I recommend an ADHD Strategy Assessment. This private assessment helps identify what you REALLY need so you don’t waste money and time.
First, you schedule a session by calling my office to book a time at 847-757-8780 or booking online on my website, at cherylsusman.com.
Once our meeting date and time is confirmed you receive a confirmation by email with a few questions to consider before our meeting. These questions will help you prepare for our first meeting.
NOTE: If after the assessment we decide to work together, the fee will be applied toward any program you choose, even if it is only another one-time session.
Coaching Services Offered Include:
- • Bonus One: ADHD Strategy Assessment where we reveal obstacles, pinpoint areas for moving forward and create a high-level action plan.
- • Subscription to “Collected Wisdom Tips,” practical and realistic tools you can use right away.
- • Unlimited email and voicemail check-ins - convenient, brief communication when you need it.
- • Productivity Assessment to examine and home in on your strengths and areas needing improvement
- • Needs Assessment to identify your personal priorities that you need to make life “work” and your values to articulate who you are and what you stand for
- Productivity Assessment
- Resources and Guides for greater effectiveness and productivity. • And more....!
- Coaching Programs are listed and compared on my website at cherylsusman.com/PROGRAMS.
- Contact me for a 15- minute consultation to discuss what program would be the best fit for you.
Contact me with any further questions at [email protected] or book a complimentary 15 - minute session with me to answer any questions at https://cherylsusman.com/fifteen-min-adhd#FifteenMinutes.
Sandy Swanson, PCC
212.957.1271
Karyn Taeyaerts, PCC
773.882.0659
Joyce Mabelle Talag, PCC
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661.556.9231
Anita Thompson, PCC
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224.588.2284
Helping clients transform their businesses, their careers, and their lives is my passion. I partner with clients to help them clarify their professional and personal aspirations, shape high-impact strategies, take purpose-driven action, accomplish goals, create a growth mindset, and establish a legacy. Whether working at the enterprise level, with groups of managers and leaders, or with individual executives, these are the common themes at the heart of my practice.
I am a global business leader, executive coach, leadership consultant and facilitator, business strategist and innovator. My professional experience and education highlights include:
- Over 30 years of business experience in Executive and Business Coaching, Leadership Development, Facilitation, Business Strategy Consulting, and Financial Services
- Former Partner in Accenture's Global Strategy Consulting Practice
- MBA (Finance and International Business), University of Chicago Booth School of Business
- ICF ACC Certified Coach and iPEC Certified Professional Coach
- Current coaching client satisfaction metrics (Torch Coaching): 4.91/5 overall client satisfaction and 100 NPS (Net Promoter Score, eg how likely are you to recommend this coach to someone)
- Recipient of team-based thought leadership awards and patent for business methods