About Stillwaters

“He leads beside still waters; He restores my soul.”  Psalm 23

I love a slow walk along the beach when the water is still.  The inspiration for Stillwaters Coaching came during a contemplative stroll on Hood Canal in Washington. The rhythmic lapping of the water brought peace to my soul as I sought the Lord’s direction and restoration.  I imagined Jesus walking along with me, and I was aware of how much I needed His patient listening and His loving wisdom.  As I finished my walk, I felt restored and also inspired to begin sharing with others the wisdom and experiences that have helped my journey of faith over the past forty years.  This was the beginning of Stillwaters Coaching!

The value of my work with Stillwaters is like a three-legged stool, with each leg being an integral part of my approach and contribution to the lives of others.  The three components are: 
Spiritual Wisdom, Life Coaching, and the Enneagram.

Spiritual Wisdom:  I have focused my life on following Jesus for forty years.  This journey with Him has not been a smooth path, but one with twists and turns, ups and downs.  Yet, He has been faithful to teach me, guide me, and empower me.  The most life-changing ‘Holy Aha’ in my life was when I understood that “I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.  The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God.” (Galatians 2:20).  This is the groundwork for my understanding of the Christian faith and is the foundation of my work as a Life Coach.  I desire for others to experience the freedom offered by Christ, and I trust that His good purposes and His inner presence in believers will lead them to the right answers and direction for their lives.   It is a sacred honor to accompany others on this journey.

Life Coaching:  I was trained and certified through The Coach Training Alliance in 2004.  I am a member of The International Coaching Federation and participate in the Puget Sound Coaches Association.  I intend to achieve Associate Certified Coaching status this year through the ICF.

You can read more about my approach to Coaching on the link: What is ‘Holy Aha’ Life Coaching?

The Enneagram:  I was introduced to the Enneagram 20 years ago and it has been the impetus for ‘Holy Ahas’ that have led to breakthroughs in my relationship with God, my marriage, my personal health, my relationships, and my sense of self.  I have witnessed the similar transformations in the lives of others.

I have studied the Enneagram with interest and passion, reading almost every book available on the subject.  I have completed the Enneagram Training and Certification Program taught by Jerome Wagner (www.enneagramspectrum.com).  I have participated in the Enneagram Intensive directed by David Daniels through Enneagram Worldwide (www.enneagramworldwide.com).  I am currently training for Deep Coaching Certification through the Lifewise Enneagram Institute founded by Dr. Roxanne Howe-Murphy (www.lifewisecoaching.com).   I bring a broad spectrum of knowledge and understanding of the many facets of this amazing and transformative tool.

You can read more about The Enneagram and its usefulness for Christian growth on the link:  What is The Enneagram?