Mindfulness Coaching

My mindfulness-based coaching practice is based on an Integral model of coaching that takes into account the whole person and helping people find their true potential in their lives. My coaching practice draws on over 10 years of experience as a Buddhist meditation teacher, my experience of counseling people for the past 10 years, as well as my 25 years of meditation practice and studies in the Diamond Heart school.

In my coaching practice I help you to live your potential, to optimize your ability to manifest your deepest intentions, and to live a satisfying and fulfilling life. I don’t pretend to have all the answers. I simply help you to discover what’s important and support you living in harmony with your deepest values. I also assist you in exploring what interferes with you manifesting the life and purpose you envision – what unconscious blocks, patterns, habits and beliefs distract you from your goal.

My practice takes awareness as the fundamental ground of who we are and what we do. Awareness is the key to self-knowledge, transformation and effective functioning in the world. Because of that, helping people develop and deepen the practice of mindfulness is central to the coaching work that I do as it provides the basis for awareness in all aspects of our life.

The coaching structure.

In the first one or two sessions I do an in-depth intake to get an overall perspective on your situation. Then in session 2 or 3, I present a program that will address your specific issues as well as focus on patterns, beliefs or ways of living that may be interfering with you living your goals, vision or optimal potential. I will suggest specific practices. self-observations and techniques to explore the issues and create lasting healthy solutions in your life. We’ll then explore these themes as the weeks progress – particularly working with obstacles that arise in order to support a deep transformation. Ideally the initial intake and following session is done in person. After that, the work can be conducted via phone. Sessions will take place twice a month for a specified period of time.

Mark Coleman is a certified integral coach. He trained at New Ventures West in San Francisco.

Please contact me at info@awakeinthewild.com with any questions or for more information.

Testimonials

“Life and business is all about where you pay your attention.  Most of us business leaders go through our working life slightly unconscious – not clearly present with how we make an impact on people, processes, and profits.  Mark Coleman – through his personal training with me and with my business associates – has helped me to be present for both my personal and professional life.  His ability to help me see my own nature in the context of being in nature has opened me up to so many possibilities.”
Chip Conley, CEO Joie-de-Vivre Hotels

“Mark Coleman is gifted at bringing the practice of Mindfulness to business. His insightful and practical coaching approach, has had a deep impact on our teams at the Clay Street Project. I recommend him to any corporate leader committed to raising the ‘awareness’ of their employees.” 
David Kuehler,  Director, Clay St – Proctor and Gamble

“For almost a decade Mark Coleman and I have been  working together.  Although the path has led me to some wonderful places it has at times been quite difficult.  Along every step of the trail Mark has been right behind me, right in front of me and right by my side.  Without his guidance, support and training I never would have made it this far.  I can think of no one else I’d rather have with me on this remarkable journey.”
David Goldstein, COO Symphony Asset Management

“Mark is an insightful and empathetic coach.  He tailors his work to an individuals situation/needs and gets to the heart of what is really going on in someone’s life.  He then addresses issues/challenges his clients have with a range of specific techniques/approaches to help his clients work through their challenges.  I have found Mark to have the highest integrity, to really care about me as his client, and to go above and beyond the call of duty to support me through a difficult transition.”
Leonora Polonsky,  General Manager, Global Marketing Knowledge & Innovation – Proctor & Gamble

“I so appreciate the work we do together, Mark. Thanks to working with you, I am better focused, more willing to take risks with my communication and hold to my core values, especially speaking the truth directly. Thanks for doing all that you do and being who you are. I look forward to continuing the journey.”
Kate Benardski, Chief Branding officer WalMart.com