A structured overview of the intake process, what Mary assesses, and how to arrive prepared.
Your first session is an intake — a structured conversation designed to understand your current situation, what brought you here, and what you want to build or change.
Arrive on time. Plan to be there 5–10 minutes early. If joining virtually, test your connection beforehand.
Bring clarity, not perfection. You don't need to have everything figured out. You need to be honest about where you are.
Minimize distractions. Find a quiet, private space where you can speak freely without interruptions.
During your first session, Mary will explore:
Opening (5–10 minutes)
Settling in, building rapport, clarifying confidentiality and basic logistics.
Discovery (30–40 minutes)
Deep exploration of your situation, patterns, history, and what brought you to coaching.
Clarity & Next Steps (10–15 minutes)
Discussion of findings, initial observations, and whether this engagement feels like a fit for both of you.
Questions about your past. Mary will ask about significant relationships, formative experiences, and patterns you've noticed about yourself.
Honest reflection. This is not a performance. You're being asked to tell the truth about where you are.
Vulnerability. Real work requires openness. If you're not ready to be honest, the work won't land.
Clear boundaries. Mary will explain what she can and cannot help with, and what falls outside her scope of practice.