Certified Life & Wellness Coach
Meet Lou
Coach Lou has been working alongside individuals and small groups since 2009. Originally trained in Counseling Psychology and Spiritual Formation, she transitioned into the Life Coaching arena by attending The Institute For Life Coach Training (ILCT), founded by Dr. Patrick Williams. While there, Lou attained the Institute's accredited certifications for Life Coach Specialist and Wellness Coach Specialist designations.
"I believe every person has the wisdom they need. My role is to help you hear it clearly."
— Lou
Background & Training
Credentials
Mary Louise (Lou) Kettler-Scacciaferro
BS Psychology, Certified LCS & WCS, Certified PCP, Christian Spiritual Formation
How We Partner
Our Coaching Philosophy
As a partnership, we will co-create your desires for your life and your well-being by:
- Honoring your inherent worth, wisdom and potential.
- Exploring your strengths, values and aspirations.
- Increasing self-awareness to support intentional choices.
- Identifying opportunities for growth during life's transitions.
- Aligning decisions with what matters most to you.
- Developing sustainable practices that support holistic wellness.
- Building confidence, resilience and personal accountability.
- Creating meaningful action steps that move you toward your desired outcomes.
- Celebrating progress while adapting to life's changing circumstances.
- Supporting a life that reflects your unique vision, purpose and definition of well-being.
The Experience
What Clients Can Expect
A Collaborative Partnership
Coaching is a partnership built on trust, respect and the client's desired outcomes. We explore possibilities, identify strengths, overcome obstacles and create meaningful action steps.
Personalized Coaching
We tailor the coaching experience to your present and unique circumstances, personal values, desired outcomes and vision for your future well-being. Through a collaborative partnership, we explore opportunities, identify strengths and create meaningful action steps that support your growth and transition toward the life you desire.
Compassionate Support
We create a safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment for reflection, exploration, learning and growth.
Accountability
We establish practical steps and accountability structures that support consistent progress toward meaningful goals and desired outcomes.
Testimonials
Kind Words
“Coaching with Lou has been one of the best self-care investments I've ever made. She has helped me figure out what I needed to "work on" even when I wasn't sure. She listens - really listens and also shares from her wealth of valuable insight and resources. She's a very wise companion on life's journey of discovery. I whole-heartedly recommend Coach Lou without any reservations.”
“Lou helped me better understand the importance of self-care and the belief system that influences my actions. Through thoughtful guidance and a genuine effort to understand me, Lou offered encouragement and practical suggestions that helped me reflect on the values and principles shaping my decisions. With Lou's coaching, I found the freedom to be me!”
Our Partnership
Coaching is a collaborative partnership based on the desires, goals, values and aspirations of the client. The client is naturally creative, resourceful and whole. Together, coach and client engage in a thought provoking and empowering process designed to support awareness, growth and meaningful action toward the client's desired outcomes.
Ready to begin your journey?