How to choose your ICF mentor coach

How to Choose Your ICF Mentor Coach

If you’re searching for a mentor coach, you probably have a few tabs open right now—scrolling through bios, comparing credentials, and wondering who’s the right fit.

I want to help make that decision easier.

Because the truth is: you don’t just want any mentor coach. You want someone who gets you. Someone who can guide you through the certification process and help you grow into the most confident, authentic version of yourself as a coach.

Here’s what to look for:

1. Find Someone Who Feels Like a Partner, Not a Judge

Mentor coaching should feel collaborative, not corrective. You’re not being graded—you’re being supported. You want someone who creates a space where you feel safe to bring your real work, your real questions, and your real fears.

My clients often tell me they feel like they can finally breathe when we start working together. Like they’re not alone in figuring it all out. That’s on purpose. I’m here to support, not scrutinize.

2. Look for ICF Certification and Experience

Make sure your mentor coach is at least a PCC (Professional Certified Coach) with the ICF—and ideally, someone who has helped other coaches get certified.

I’m PCC-certified and have served as a mentor coach with the University of British Columbia and a faculty member at an accredited coaching school. I’ve supported dozens of coaches through their certification—so I can guide you step-by-step through your ACC or PCC path.

3. Choose Someone Who Offers Tangible, Applicable Feedback

This isn’t about vague “you’re doing great” comments. You want real, specific insights that help you improve your coaching presence, questioning, structure, and more.

When I review a session, I reflect both what you’re already doing beautifully and offer clear suggestions on how to go deeper. Coaches I work with often leave a session saying, “I know exactly what to practice now.”

4. Find a Mentor Who Honors Your Coaching Style

One of the things I’m most proud of is helping coaches refine their natural style—instead of trying to fit them into a mold.

Every coach is different. My role isn’t to make you coach like me—it’s to help you coach like you, while aligning with the ICF competencies. This is how you build authenticity and confidence, not just skills.

5. Trust Your Gut

This matters more than anything. The mentor-client relationship is personal. If someone’s approach feels too rigid, too academic, or just doesn’t resonate—listen to that.

The best mentor coach for you will feel like someone you can open up to, learn with, and grow from.

Want to Work Together?

If my approach resonates, I’d love to hear from you.

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Let’s make sure we’re a good fit, and then we’ll map out a mentorship plan that feels supportive, aligned, and actionable.

This isn’t just about getting certified. It’s about becoming the coach you were meant to be.

Let’s get started.