Workshop

"Gretchel Johnson combines educational exercises in self-care with positive messages of empowerment in her interactive workshop, 'Begin Again.'  Her style is both calming and uplifting.  It was such a joy to see our clients dancing!"      
-Heidi Pyron, Domestic Violence Advocate

"Mrs Johnson, I would like to thank you for your timely presentation at our May 9th Semi-Annual Retreat.  Many of our clients remarked how much fun they had.  Our clients don't often have down time to relax and enjoy life.  I think everyone had a great time starting with your relaxation technique and then the dancing.  This apparently was the perfect combination for our single-parent, hard-working clients.  Thanks again for your presentation that helped not only clients but staff as well."      
-J. B., Program Specialist

Coaching

"It ended to soon and although I didn't want the coaching sessions to be over I realize I am ready.  Thank you for not letting me off the hook when I didn't complete an assignment.  I would not have accomplished my goals had you not been the encouragement I needed when I needed it.  I am forever grateful."     
-S. G., Solo-preneur 

"I am so glad I have had the opportunity to experience life coaching.  It showed me a part of a person I did not know.  I am putting one foot in front of the other and trying to apply things that my coach (Gretchel) and I have discussed.  Some days it is hard, but I always think about how sincere and understanding she is and that makes my days easier and me wanting to apply myself more.    This has been an opportunity for me to get to where I want to be."      
-Loretta Brown, Dispatcher
Department of Homeland Security

"I felt that my coaching session was a very relaxing and gratifying experience.  It was as if a weight had been lifted from my shoulders.  I learned that I have many more positive things about my life that out weigh the negative and that I should focus on those things everyday."
-Tracie Y. Mitchell, CPP
Director of Payroll
Windsor HR Services, Inc.

"Have you ever know what you needed to do, but for some reason couldn't even begin the process?  Or perhaps, had thoughts, ideas, goals or feelings that you just couldn't formulate in order to move past that point?  Or perhaps you begin a goal or task and become distracted or unmotivated.  Coaching addresses any and all of these scenerios.

But that's only half of the equation; the other and most important, in my opinion, is the coach.  Gretchel Johnson's coaching skills aren't simply learned, they are inate.  She has the most calming and intuitive spirit, while gently, guiding, prompting and motivating you.  You feel so comfortable in her presence, you don't even realize that it's coaching.  It's more like talking to an encouraging friend whom you've known for many years.

Want to move from where you are to where you want to be?  I highly recommend the coaching of Gretchel Johnson."
-Shirley Williams, Assistant to the Dean
Texas Christian University (TCU)

I am fifty four (54) years old, retired, diagnosed with fibromyagia, angry and depressed (for years).  After watching "Starting Over" I realized that there was a new area of counseling called Life Coaching.

Life Coaching is an amazing experience.  While working with Mrs. Johnson, she gave me some tools to work with that have really helped to change the way I see myself, my environment, and the people around me.  Journaling, my mantra, imagery and taking time for myself are just a few of the tools we used to help me get my life back on track and they continue to help me find my authentic self.  Journaling and imagery are my favorites.  When you write, feelings come out that you are not aware of and imagery allows you to find yourself and put your feelings and how you interact with others into perspective.  I highly recommend Life Coaching and especially Mrs. Johnson, she is my safe place to land and we all need one whether we know it or not.
-Cleetta Noland-Booker
Retired Air Force Recruiter

Gretchel, I thoroughly enjoyed our coaching process.  You encouraged me, helped me to get focused and to stay on track.  Several times you even challenged me to do what I feared to do, which resulted in wonderful results.  Thank you for that.

I encourage anyone who needs that extra push, that extra encouragement to seek your coaching services.  It's well worth it!
-Faith Winder, Independant Consultant
Arbonne International