Turn healing into forward movement
Transformational Life Coaching is for faith-oriented people who are ready to make significant change but feel blocked by past hurts, relational challenges, or spiritual uncertainty. Through Spirit-led, emotionally-safe coaching, we address internal obstacles, discern God’s will, and move forward with clarity and purpose.
The process creates space to slow down, reflect deeply, and respond wisely to what God is doing in your story.
Transformational Life Coaching is for those who:
Transformational Life Coaching is not:
What makes this coaching different?
Many coaches focus on one area. This work integrates the whole person:
Transformational Life Coaching provides a safe, Spirit-guided space to overcome past hurts, experience intentional growth, and step into the life you were created for.
About Carissa
From the classroom to collegiate athletics to pastoral ministry, Carissa has spent more than 25 years helping people heal, develop, and grow. Today, she brings that integrated experience into her coaching work, partnering with individuals who are ready for meaningful change and committed to the deep work transformation requires.
Known for her calm presence and thoughtful discernment, Carissa brings wisdom and kindness into the coaching space. She holds complexity without rushing, creating an environment where clients feel safe enough to share and brave enough to take meaningful steps forward. Her work weaves together spiritual formation, emotional healing, and relational growth—so lasting change can take root.
Carissa holds a master’s degree in education and graduate certificates in professional counseling and executive coaching from the Townsend Institute at Concordia University Irvine. She is an ordained pastor and is currently pursuing certification in Narrative-Focused Trauma Care through The Allender Center at The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology.
Her heart is to help people experience deep freedom and step into their God-given purpose.
Schedule Your 20-Minute Discovery Call
In this complimentary call, I’ll take time to listen, understand what you’re looking for, and understand how I might support you.
Before your call, you might consider these questions:
1. Where do you feel stuck in this season, and what are you hoping to gain through coaching?
2. What have you already tried that hasn’t brought the change you hoped for?
3. What would meaningful change look like for you six months from now?
This helps us make the most of our time together and ensures our call is focused on what matters most to you. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with the contact info listed below.