I (virtually) sat down with Mykella to talk about what our coaching relationship has been like so far. She kindly allowed me to share an edited version of our conversation.

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Why did you want to start working with me? 

My therapist had to discontinue our sessions for a period of time, and I knew that I wanted to keep working on my relationships with a professional. 

I was really drawn to your content. It felt really aligned that you worked on both friendships and dating!

What issues did you want to focus on when we started working together?

I wanted to work on creating close, platonic friendships with both men and women. I also wanted to deepen my romantic relationships!

What part of our work together was your favorite?

The IFS work we did allowed me to see that I’m more closed off to other people than I think, and examine the parts of me that might be creating that dynamic, and the part that wants more. Plus, the IFS work allowed for deeper self-reflection afterwards.

Do any “aha!” moments stick out to you from our sessions?

It was great to realize that I can do deep work without it feeling heavy. I actually looked forward to our sessions because they’re fun.

In one particular session we talked to my little girl and did a really sweet visualization. I didn’t bawl my guts out, but it still made a difference.

How has your life shifted from working with me?

I have more awareness. I’m aware of when I’m shutting down in a conversation with someone who I want to go deeper with. I’m also aware that I can have boundaries with people who I don’t really want to connect with. I don’t have to share my whole life with everyone!

I can have boundaries and still grow in my relationships. I get to choose!

If someone was unsure about working with me, what would you say?

Just work with Jillian! It’s fun. I’m enjoying it and excited for every session. I’m generally having a better experience in life.