“Monica helped me in so many ways throughout our weeks of coaching.  She was always great with keeping appointments, listening when I needed her to, pointing out possibilities when I had believed I had thought of every one, and letting me decide where I wanted things to go with our partnership.  Through working with Monica, I found more people that could help me and the confidence to get through signing the lease to my husband’s and my first, accessible apartment! It’s on a bus route and near a lot of stores we can get to together.  I’m so grateful to her.  I never believed something called “life coaching” could help, but it did, she did.  I would definitely do it all over again.”
- Jennifer J. – Antigo, WI

“Thank you for all you do for the special needs community!”
- Special Needs Almanac – www.specialneedsalmanac.com

“Monica is a first-class reporter and writer. Her particular status in life gives her a vital empathy with people that sparked many remarkable stories. I have worked with many bright young journos in my time; Monica ranks up there with the best of my lifetime.”
- Bernard H. – Las Vegas, NV

“Thank you for the articles you write and for empowering me to keep believing in what I KNOW as a parent of a child with special needs and that is, it does not matter how many times you are set back if you just keep finding an answer, make a change, adjust your life, there will be a way to move forward.”
- Darlene G. – Wolcott, CT

“We really appreciate you. Everyone enjoyed your self advocate talk!!”
- Revonda Russos – Arc of Wake Co., Raleigh, NC

“It was wonderful having Monica as a coach with disability life experience. She understands the obstacles SO well. I’m able to function with more confidence than I ever was. I know I’m still “whole” regardless of my head injury. Because of working with Monica, I realize I can do anything I set my mind to.”
-Gina M. – Katy, TX

“Don’t ever let them tell you that old dogs can’t learn new tricks. This old dog learned plenty from Monica as a coach. I’m a crusty, old man who never cries and that lady’s inspiration brought me to tears when I realized I could be more than I was letting myself be. She hooked me up with services in my area I didn’t know I qualified for, taught me how to ask for what I need and want to live better. I don’t have any excuse to sit here and rot. She’s got more moxie in her little finger than I did in the two legs I lost in Vietnam.”
- Bob T. – Baltimore, MD

“Because of Monica working with me I got the courage to start my own business and work at home. Finding work with a disability is hard because people are still ignorant and think I can’t work. But I KNOW I can do it no matter what everybody thinks of me. I’m more independent and hooked up with local services because of Monica’s encouragement and letting me set my own to-do list. I’m going to learn to drive, too!”
- Ray D. – Tallahassee, FL

“Monica is a good listener and has a wicked sense of humor. She gets it more than anybody that a disability doesn’t mean you have to lay down and die. You can make it even if the doctors tell you things don’t look good. Use what you got! Monica helped me get through scary steps to make my goals for independence, living by myself with community services, learning to use the transportation and go out more. I live life full out now and manage my illness. I’m not nearly as shy as I used to be and more people talk to me. I have friends!!!”
- Jean L. – Ontario, Canada

“I thought coaching was some New Age crap, but it really works! I can’t see anymore, but Monica helped me envision the rest of my life as happy and active. Monica was good at keeping me from getting lazy or wanting to quit. She helped me connect with services that are right for me in my area. I can still work full-time even though I can’t see and I found fun things to do and made new friends who like me for me. Coaching with her was awesome!”
- Chuck O. – San Luis Obispo, CA

“She continues to bring the best information and does it with heart to help other people with disabilities in achieving their life dreams! Everything she does she does with drive.”
- Anna Cunningham, The Power of the Dream – Raleigh, NC

“Monica rocks! She didn’t make me feel stupid or anything. I like how she listened to me and let me take control of things for me. She helped me understand things better about how to get services for me and live independent. We worked on homework forms together because I don’t read so good and she didn’t talk to me like I was dumb. Did you know she can drive?! She’s in a wheelchair and she drives! WOW! I now got more friends, a part-time job. I’m not afraid to ride the bus because she helped me not be afraid to ask others to help me learn. I felt stupid for asking stuff, but not now! If you don’t get Monica to coach you, shame on you!”
- Cary S. – Winston-Salem, NC

“Thank you for your caring and insight. Listening to you helps people realize their inner strengths and the need to push forward and be all that they can be. Your clients are so fortunate to have a coach with such a passion for helping them with all of life’s transitions, especially those with disabilities. I find your articles and speaking inspirational and helpful.

Few coaches have the unique insight that you have in this area. It is so important, in my opinion, to use a coach to get direction and focus during any type of transition. Your services are so important to cut the time in recovery and accelerate emotional and physical healing. Your teaching on self-esteem and awareness helps one to overcome obstacles that could otherwise take years. The work you do is not only essential for your clients, but to their families and the population in general.

You do great things in increasing awareness for all of us.  I for one am honored to know you and benefit from the great work that you do. I can see why people find your services life changing and such a wonderful tool in their success in life and business. Thank you for being a real coach and cheerleader for all those you serve.”
- Debbie C. – Rock Hill, SC

“Thank you so much for speaking at our Summit Civitan Club meeting about how to be a better self advocate. I have had lots of positive feedback from the meeting!!”
- Jane Jackman, Arc of Rowan Co. and Dream Catchers Civitans – Salisbury, NC

“Monica you were awesome. The webinar was a hit! Thanks for everything. You are a consummate professional. ”
- Camille Skipper Watkins – Jay Nolan Community Services, Mission Hills, CA

“Working with Monica was great. After talking with her I believed anything was possible! She helped me find my passion for songwriting. She provides lots of encouragement and great resources along the way, whatever your journey. Do yourself a favor and work with her in 2012 and beyond to fulfill your own dreams!”   
                                                                                                                                                                                                    - R. Hopkins – Columbia, MO

“Not only is MOnica a wonderful coach, but she’s also savvy and sensitive about the needs of individuals with disabilities. She helps people create the strategies and find the resources they need to live their best life. Monica is contributing something special!”

- Sharon Good – Senior Instructor at The Life Purpose Institute, New York City, NY

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