Our Purpose
At Dawn of Changes, we provide professional coaching for people in the dawn of unexpected life changes, who seek inner peace and support while adjusting to a new normal.
Our Vision
To deliver expert coaching services to people experiencing significant life changes, so they are empowered to emerge as confident and purposeful individuals who lead fulfilling lives.
Our Mission
To support people effectively in a safe and nonjudgmental space during difficult life changes so they can:
Gain clarity in the upheaval
Experience inner peace
Explore possible new destinations
Map a strategic path to the destination chosen
Navigate to their destination using small, doable goals
Build and maintain sustainable momentum
Progress steadily in their personal and professional endeavors
Emerge as a self-confident, purposeful person
Our Core Values
At Dawn of Changes, we are dedicated to fostering positive and transformative change in our clients’ lives, which is why we base our practice on a set of core values.
Empowerment:
One of our main goals is empowering you to take control of your life and create lasting change.
Authenticity:
We will always be upfront with you, and we encourage you to do the same with us. Be your true self.
Compassion:
We are here to understand and support you in an empathetic and non-judgmental way.
Resilience:
We promote resilience as a fundamental trait when looking for ways to improve your life.
Continuous Learning:
Embracing continuous learning empowers us to stay current and innovative in our coaching approach, ensuring that we always provide optimal value.
Meet Dawn
Like you, I have experienced many life changes. Some of these transitions were exciting, while others were painful. They all had one thing in common. Each challenge offered an opportunity for personal growth. Every life transition I experienced improved my ability to adjust to new ones in the future.
One thing I realized is that I have a strong passion for helping others navigate through their transitions. It resonates deep within me, stirring my soul. I have had both formal and practical training that brings a unique blend to my coaching service.
Highlights of Dawn’s Formal education credentials include:
Master of Arts in Human Services: Executive Leadership
- Liberty University
Bachelor of Science in Psychology: Family Studies with a minor in program planning
- Corban University
Professional Board-Certified Coach (BCC)
- The Center for Credentialing and Education (CCE)
Associate Certified Coach (ACC)
- International Coaching Federation (ICF)
Highlights of Dawn’s practical life experience credentials include:
- Marriage – The year 1996 marked a significant milestone in my life as I entered marriage with my husband, embracing the transformative shift from “me” to “we”.
- Infertility – My understanding of femininity underwent a profound transformation when I had to face infertility head-on because of PCOS and endometriosis.
- Foster Parent – I helped children ages of 18 months to 13 years old in their unexpected life transitions, offering them stability and guidance during their time in care.
- Family Teacher – As family teachers, my husband and I lived and worked in residential treatment facilities as substitute parental figures focusing on behavior management, positive reinforcement, and skill-building for children ages 5 to 17 to helping them with their transition challenges so they could gain long-term success and independence.
- Adoption – My husband and I welcomed our son to the Harper family when he was five years old. His special needs came with their own challenges and transitions as he grew into adulthood.
- Career Change – I have gone through multiple career changes because of factors such as industry fluctuations, the nation’s economic conditions, and personal circumstances.
- Multiple Relocations – I have lived in six different states and adjusted to several American subcultures.
- PTSD/Generalized Anxiety/Depression Diagnosis – After a season of chronic trauma that left me feeling fearful, helpless, angry, and depressed, I reclaimed my life as I learned to restructure it through a combination of healthy self-care habits, support systems, and therapy.
- Overcoming Food Dependency – By using tools like intermittent fasting and journaling, I became free from my unhealthy emotional reliance on food as a source of comfort in times of uncertainty.
- Diabetes – Through lifestyle changes, I eliminated the need for medications.
- Spiritual Awakening – Experiencing transformative spiritual awakenings shattered my perception of man-made religious constructs, allowing me to form a deep connection with the Creator of the universe.
What I like to do when it’s playtime!
- Going on adventures with my husband
- Enjoying game nights with friends
- Hanging out with my two dogs
- Solving puzzles and mysteries
- Reading fiction with unique story premises- some favorite authors are Sharon K. Gilbert, John Scalzi and Andrew Peterson
- Writing fiction short stories
- Bowling
- Disc golfing
- Pickleball
- Walking and talking
- Target shooting
- Gardening
- Watching local theater productions
Overcoming Challenges
The team at Dawn of Changes is here for you in good times and bad times. We believe that everyone has the power to improve their life and unlock their full potential. When a difficult challenge presents itself, you might feel anxiety towards the problem or try your best to ignore it. However, it is better to develop the skills needed to tackle challenges head-on, and our team is here to help you do just that. Whether you are going through a divorce, grieving a loved one, or dealing with being laid off from your job, Dawn of Changes is here to help you adjust to your new normal. Contact us today.
