Grab your cups! Host Kimbralon B sits down with Leadershipand Life Coach Lisa Pfister for a soul‑soothing pour of conversation that blends mental health, coaching, and faith into one restorative cup. Together, they unpack the stigmas surrounding mental health in Christian spaces, clarify the differences between counseling and coaching, and explore Lisa’s own journey from corporate America to Christian life coaching. Lisa breaks down coping versus growth strategies, emphasizes the power of processing pain, and walks listeners through her seven‑phase Present Process Model-a framework designed to strengthen emotional intelligence, reshape inner narratives, and build a grounded sense of identity. The episode closes with practical ways to connect with Lisa’s virtual coaching services, reminding listeners that healing, help, and hope are always within reach.

Takeaways:

• Counseling and coaching share the mission of supporting people.
• Christian life coaching incorporates a faith-basedperspective.
• Stigmas prevent many Christians from seeking help for mental health.
• Coaching aims to empower individuals to take ownership of their mental health.
• Christian life coaching does not require clients to beChristians.
• The coaching process can help reframe thinking and promote growth. Not everyone is ready for coaching; some may need therapy first.
• Coping strategies are about managing, while growthstrategies focus on development.
• Life is not just about avoiding pain; it's about learningfrom it.
• The Present Process Model consists of seven phases forpersonal development.
• Relational intelligence is key to effective communicationand connection.
• Mastering your inner narrative can shift your emotionalstate.
• Emotional courage involves recognizing and processing emotions without being overwhelmed.
• Growth is a journey, not a destination; it's about continuous learning and integration.

Chapters List:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey

03:34 Meet Lisa: Coaching and Counseling Perspectives

10:09 Defining Mental Health: Peace and Joy

13:22 Counseling vs. Coaching: Understanding the Differences

19:43 The Journey to Christian Life Coaching

25:23 Stigmas in the Christian Community

36:38 Navigating Pushback from the Faith-Based Community

39:50 Referring to Therapy vs. Coaching

40:00 Coping Strategies vs. Growth Strategies

43:26 Understanding Pain and Growth

47:53 The Present Process Model Overview

54:21 Incorporating Steps in the Coaching Process

01:01:23 Outro

Resources:

Lisa Pfister

Website - https://presentprocesscoaching.com/home

Phone:  480-285-4911

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Keywords

mental health, coaching, counseling, Christian life coaching, faith, stigma, peace, joy, personal growth, wellness therapy, coaching, coping strategies, growth strategies, pain, personal development, present process model, emotional intelligence, relational intelligence, identity