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Life Feels Harder Than It Should
Maybe you're navigating a big life transition—moving to a new country, starting over in a new city, adjusting to a major change that's left you feeling unmoored.
Maybe you're dealing with the unique challenges that come with being an immigrant, a person of color, or someone whose cultural background isn't always understood by the people around you.
Maybe you're just tired—tired of feeling like you have to be strong all the time, tired of not having anyone who really gets what you're going through, tired of carrying everything on your own.
You've been trying to handle it yourself. You've pushed through. You've stayed strong for everyone else.
But here's the truth: you don't have to do this alone. And you don't have to keep pretending everything is fine when it's not.
What you need is someone who will listen without judgment, who understands the complexities of your experience, and who will walk alongside you as you navigate whatever you're facing.
That's where I come in.
I'm Esther, and I See You
I know what it's like to navigate challenges that feel isolating—especially when your experience isn't the same as everyone else's around you.
As a Therapeutic Coach at InnerWorks, I work with individuals and families who are navigating:
Life transitions (moving, career changes, relationship shifts, major life adjustments)
Cultural and identity challenges (navigating life as an immigrant, person of color, or someone whose cultural background shapes their daily experience)
Parenting struggles (raising children across cultures, managing behavior challenges, feeling overwhelmed)
Stress and overwhelm (when life just feels like too much and you need support)
I bring both professional training and lived experience to our work together. I understand what it's like to bridge different worlds, to navigate systems that weren't built with you in mind, and to carry the weight of being strong for everyone else.
I create a space where you can be honest about what you're facing—no judgment, no pressure to have it all figured out. Just understanding, support, and practical help moving forward.
You deserve to feel heard, supported, and hopeful about what's next.
Here's How We'll Work Together
1. We'll Start with What's Really Going On
In our first session, I'll listen—really listen—to your story. What's hard right now? What are you hoping for? What do you need support with?
There's no judgment here. No pressure to minimize what you're going through or pretend things are easier than they are. Just honest conversation about where you are and where you want to go.
2. We'll Create a Path Forward That Fits Your Life
Coaching isn't one-size-fits-all. We'll work together to develop strategies and support that make sense for YOUR life, your culture, your values, and your circumstances.
Whether that means practical problem-solving, navigating systems (schools, workplaces, community resources), building coping skills, or just having consistent support as you work through challenges—we'll figure it out together.
3. You'll Build Skills and Confidence for What's Ahead
You won't just feel better in our sessions—you'll leave with practical tools and strategies you can use in your daily life. You'll build confidence in your ability to handle challenges, navigate transitions, and advocate for yourself and your family.
And I'll be with you every step of the way, cheering you on and helping you see how far you've come.
You Might Be Dealing With...
Life Transitions
Moving to a new city or country
Career changes or job loss
Relationship changes (separation, divorce, new partnerships)
Major life adjustments that feel overwhelming
Cultural and Identity Challenges
Navigating life as an immigrant or person of color
Feeling caught between cultures or identities
Dealing with discrimination, microaggressions, or feeling misunderstood
Raising children across cultures
Finding community and belonging
Parenting Struggles
Managing challenging behaviors
Feeling overwhelmed by parenting responsibilities
Navigating school systems and advocating for your child
Balancing cultural expectations with modern parenting approaches
Need support and strategies that actually work for your family
Stress and Overwhelm
Everything feels like too much
You're tired of being strong for everyone else
You need someone to talk to who understands
You want practical support, not just advice
If any of this resonates, I'd love to work with you.
How I Work
I meet you where you are—without judgment, without assumptions.
I don't come in with a one-size-fits-all approach or a script about how things "should" be done. Instead, I listen to YOUR experience, honor YOUR values and culture, and work WITH you to find solutions that fit YOUR life.
My approach is:
Culturally Sensitive I understand that culture shapes how we experience the world, how we raise our families, and how we navigate challenges. I respect and honor your cultural background and incorporate it into our work together.
Practical and Action-Oriented We won't just talk about problems—we'll work on solutions. You'll leave sessions with concrete strategies and tools you can use right away.
Collaborative You're the expert on your own life. I'm here to support, guide, and walk alongside you—not to tell you what to do.
Empowering My goal isn't to make you dependent on coaching. It's to help you build the skills, confidence, and resilience to navigate challenges on your own.
Compassionate and Real I'm not here to give you platitudes or tell you to "just think positive." I'm here to acknowledge the real challenges you're facing and help you find real ways forward.
You Can't Keep Carrying This Alone
Every week you push through without support is another week feeling exhausted, isolated, and overwhelmed.
Without support:
Stress builds until you're running on empty
Small problems become bigger because you don't have help navigating them
You keep sacrificing your own well-being for everyone else
The challenges you're facing don't go away—they just get heavier
You've been strong for so long. But strength isn't doing it alone.
You deserve someone who will listen, understand, and help you carry the weight. Someone who sees the complexity of your experience and meets you there with compassion and practical support.
That's what I do. And I'd be honored to support you.
What Makes Working with Esther Different
I Understand Cultural Complexity I know what it's like to navigate multiple cultural worlds, to balance different expectations, and to feel like your experience isn't always understood by mainstream systems. I bring cultural sensitivity and understanding to every session.
I Offer Practical, Real-World Support This isn't just talking about problems. We work on practical strategies, skills, and solutions that you can use in your daily life right away.
I'm Part of the InnerWorks Team You're not just working with me in isolation. As part of the InnerWorks multidisciplinary team, I can connect you with other supports (therapists, coaches, programs) if that would help you and your family.
I Actually Care This isn't just a job for me. Every person I work with matters. I'm invested in your growth and well-being, and I'll show up consistently to support you.
Flexible and Affordable I work with families to find coaching plans that fit your budget and your needs. Many families use funding like insurance, OAP, Passport or SSAH to cover coaching services.
Coaching Sessions & Logistics
Session Structure:
One-on-one coaching tailored to your needs
Sessions typically 1-3 hours depending on goals
Can be scheduled weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed
Where We Meet:
Your home
Community locations
The InnerWorks office
Wherever works best for you
Cost:
London, ON: $180 for 3-hour session
Additional hours: $60/hour
Monthly supervision fee: $125 (covers clinical oversight and individualized support planning)
Funding Options:
Passport funding
SSAH (Special Services at Home)
Extended health benefits (insurance)
Private pay
Have Questions First?
Call us at 226-400-4330 or email hello@innerworkslondon.com
We'll help you figure out if coaching with Esther is right for you—and answer any questions you have about getting started.
How to Get Started:
Reach out to InnerWorks
We'll talk about what you're dealing with and how coaching can help
We'll schedule an initial session to create a plan
We'll start working together right away
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I'm a Therapeutic Coach, not a therapist. Here's the difference:
Therapeutic Coaching (what I do) focuses on:
Practical skill-building and problem-solving
Navigating life transitions and challenges
Action-oriented support in real-life situations
Building coping skills and resilience
Parenting support and strategies
Therapy (provided by our licensed therapists) focuses on:
Processing trauma and deeper emotional wounds
Clinical diagnoses and treatment plans
Talk-based sessions for mental health conditions
Services that can be billed to insurance
Both are valuable—they serve different needs. Many people work with both: a therapist for emotional processing and a coach for practical support. Our team can help you figure out what's right for you.
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No! While I bring cultural sensitivity and understanding to my work (especially around immigrant experiences and navigating cross-cultural challenges), I work with people from all backgrounds.
What matters most is that you feel understood and supported—and I'm committed to creating that space for everyone I work with, regardless of background.
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Yes, coaching is likely eligible for your extended health benefits (insurance). I'm a registered social worker with the Master of Social Work. Many families also use funding programs like OAP, Passport or SSAH to cover therapeutic coaching
You Don't Have to Keep Doing This Alone
You've been strong for so long—managing everything, navigating challenges, keeping it all together for everyone else.
But you deserve support too.
You deserve someone who will listen without judgment, who understands the complexity of what you're facing, and who will help you find practical ways forward.
That's what I do. And I'd be honored to work with you.