Watership Associates
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Watership Associates (4)
Life's a Journey. We Can Help.
I care about making the world a better place - and know that each of us is key to making that happen. After a long career in the arts, management, and government, I founded Watership because I'm passionate about helping empower, unblock, develop, and grow people one-on-one.
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AM Ramsey
When I first met with David for coaching, I felt scattered and unfocused. Within a couple minutes, using a technique, he had me centered and dialed in to our session.
I had been struggling with a writing project for years that was too painful to write, and I put it on hold. David helped me discover what was blocking me and how to work through the issues so I could start again with a goal in place. He is intuitive, engaging, knows the right questions to ask, and is so personable.
I am now actively engaged in writing and even have a writing mentor to help keep me on target to submit a proposal by spring!
I highly recommend David for coaching! I would put 10 stars down if it would let me!
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Andy P
I had the privilege of working with David through the International Coaching Federation's peer coaching program. Our partnership spanned six enriching sessions over several months, and I cannot emphasize enough the profound impact his coaching had on my career and personal growth.
What truly sets David apart as a life coach is his remarkable ability to connect with his clients, navigate the specific challenges they face, and create a supportive environment for their journey. His adeptness in posing thought-provoking, open-ended questions served as a catalyst for me to explore topics from various angles and depths, pushing me to expand my horizons. David's talent lies in facilitating the discovery of one's unique path, knowing precisely when to pose a well-timed question to steer the conversation in a productive direction. His skill in linking insights across our sessions elevated my self-awareness to the next level. Perhaps the most outstanding quality of David's coaching is the safe and judgment-free space he cultivates. This nurturing environment allowed me to delve into self-exploration without the fear of criticism or negativity, fostering a truly transformative experience.
I wholeheartedly recommend David as a life coach to anyone seeking personal and professional development. His ability to guide and inspire is exceptional, and I believe anyone who collaborates with him will experience substantial growth and newfound clarity in their lives.
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Deb
Working with David as a life coach has been a game changer! He has helped me navigate 3 busy companies alone with relationships, traveling, parenting and everything in between!
Deb
David is a talent, warm hypnotherapist who helped me over come anxiety with hypnotherapy. He is also
A very skilled life coach that I continue to work with. Thank you David!
What do you love most about your job?
My superpower is making connections. In my practice, I use this to help people make connections in their minds, spirits, and bodies - in their lives. Nothing is more exciting and rewarding than a client saying "Aha! I get it!"
What inspired you to start your own business?
I’ve been curious, creative, and focused on possibilities all my life. My personal journey was kicked into high gear by a traumatic event in my teens, and since then, I have been on a hero’s journey of becoming the best version of myself that I can be and doing my part to make the world a better place.
I spent the last two years studying as a certified coach and hypnotherapist. I’ve also studied mindfulness, the enneagram, and nonviolent communication and incorporate these into my life and into my practice.
My previous professional life was centered in the arts and creative industries. I have an MFA in Theater and an MBA in Nonprofit Management. I believe that the arts and creativity, in general, can be transformative in a person’s life. I have spent the last 30 years in positions where I have led, created programs for, fostered the growth of, coached, mentored, and collaborated with artists, arts administrators, community activists, and people who are dedicated to making the world a better place.
Now, I have the privilege of working with people one-on-one to make their lives better.
Why should our clients choose you?
Because I'm kind, funny, easy-going, and really good at what I do. This kind of work is all about knowing the right question to ask at the right time - and I have a gift for that. But most of all, I care about you and your path in life and would be honored to walk it along side you for a bit.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Yes, the vast majority of my clients meet through Zoom or other similar platforms.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Other than reminding them to wash their hands often and cover their coughs, I haven't had to change much since I mostly meet with clients online.
Hypnotherapy
Hypnotherapy is a process of guided relaxation and visualization that helps you connect with your conscious and subconscious mind to reveal, rewire, disentangle, and/or disempower blocks or beliefs you may have.
In a session, we'll first explore what you want or want to change. Then, after centering and relaxing, we'll use different techniques to achieve the goal for the session.
Changes often occur after just one session, though sometimes it's good to revisit and refresh the work.
Coaching
Whether in your relationships, career, health, or any other areas of your life, chances are there is something you'd like to work on.
The longer-term coaching relationship allows for slower, more profound growth work. As your coach, I will be your partner, collaborator, challenger, accountability buddy, and champion.
