Reviews
Working with Kate was my first experience with a life coach. I wasn't sure what to expect but found myself enjoying my sessions. Kate is perceptive and has solid advice along with a good dose of empathy, which I found to be a great combination. I felt totally comfortable opening up to her and I finished our sessions having experienced some new techniques to heal old emotional wounds as well as discovering some things about myself that I hadn't realized were current issues. After working with Kate I have been more focused on my goals and have taken steps to heal old relationships as well as let go of old resentments that were holding me back. I would recommend Northern Lights Life Coaching and Kate without reservation.
– Lisa, Mill Creek, WA
Kate Olson helped me so much with my depression and low self esteem. With her counseling and coaching, I have a more positive outlook on life. I learned skills to deflect negativity and be more assertive without being confrontational. Her Reiki treatments also helped reduce my anxiety and stress. I highly recommend Kate for life coaching and Reiki treatments.
– Kevin Haney, Tulalip, WA
I was at a stage in life that left me feeling pretty frustrated with career and life choices I had made. I felt that I was destined to work at jobs that gave me little satisfaction. I started talking to Kate (phone sessions) and she assured me that I was NOT, in fact, at a dead end. I admit I was pretty skeptical in the beginning. Through a series of sessions, Kate helped me look within myself for answers. Eventually she helped me discover some viable options. My mood began to improve and my attitude along with it. I have adopted the motto, "All I do is win!" Have I reached my destination? No, but I believe I am on the path to a more fulfilling career & life. Thank you Kate! Hugs!
– Patty D., Matoon, IL
I was in serious trauma when Kate met my husband and me and I am so grateful for that accidental and serendipitous meeting. I had a serious fear of heights and my husband had convinced me to come along on a day of hiking while we were visiting Sedona, AZ. We were arguing when Kate came upon us on the trail and I was on the verge of an anxiety attack. My husband wanted to go forward and I definitely did not. He was upset about missing the climb to the top of Airport Vortex and either wanted me to toughen up and come with him or wait there alone. Neither option was one I felt comfortable with and the more he pushed me the more anxious I got. I could feel tears welling up in my eyes and I really could not have moved a step forward. Matt, my husband, was somewhere between laughter and anger.
He really wasn't understanding my fear. Kate cheerfully interrupted what was progressing into a fight, by asking where we were from. We started talking and she offered to stay with me while Matt hiked to the top. I jumped at that and so did Matt. Kate and I talked for a while. She told me that she had just finished her certification courses for life coaching and I told her about my job as an elementary school teacher in Nashville, TN. As we talked I started feeling more relaxed and comfortable. Kate told me how they had studied fears and phobias, including how to let go of them. I was very skeptical, but feeling more and more relaxed. Slowly and without even realizing it, we started walking forward up the trail. I am not exactly sure when I realized that we had actually hiked up to a much higher level, but Kate commented when I was actually ahead of her and reached back to give her a hand up over some difficult rocks. Matt was surprised too, when he met us almost halfway up to the top. Kate explained that she had actually incorporated a little neurolinguistic hypnotherapy into our conversation and that she thought I probably had a pretty strong desire to overcome my fear, as it otherwise probably would not have worked under those circumstances. I have had some phone sessions with Kate since and I think I have conquered my fear of heights and possibly saved my marriage or, at least, some arguments and unhappiness. Both Matt and I are very grateful and I would definitely recommend Kate. Her warm and comforting nature was such a blessing!
– Megan T., Nashville, TN
I was really at a high stress point with stuff that was going on at work, trouble with my relationship and family issues. My blood pressure was going crazy and my doctor was telling me that I had to get things under control or face the consequences. I think that probably made things worse. I was constantly worrying. I ran into to Kate when I was waiting for a business meeting and we just started talking casually. she mentioned she was a life coaching and when I told her about my stress she asked if I would be interested in trying a few Reiki sessions to see how they might work in reducing my stress level. i decided I did not have anything to loose and most of the other options seemed to either involve medication and side effects or time that I didn't have. I had 4 one-hour Reiki sessions in a 2 weeks period before I felt on a business trip. There was a lot riding on the outcome of my trip, so my stress level was through the roof. I was not really expecting any miracles, but I was pleasantly surprised at how relaxing the the Reiki sessions were and my stress level, blood pressure, anxiety and general mood did all improve for the better. I was relaxed and ready and had a great trip with a positive outcome. I will have to say, I am a new fan of Reiki and Kate definitely was a big help.
— Dave T., Redmond, WA
I had a great life, a good job, my home of 28 years, a more than busy social life and dancing. Then within a few months things started to change. You know that saying just wait for the other shoe to drop? I swear it was Imelda Marcos dropping those shoes around me. It never stopped. The last five years have been hell. I lost my job, all three of my animals died within six months of each other. My father's health started to rapidly decline and he passed in 2011. My granddaughter was a blessing but she was born two months early so we had a very stressful two months of living at the NICU. And there were no jobs. ..., Other family members suffered from medical trauma's and I couldn't keep up with the bills. Eventually I lost the home I loved. Mom went to live with a sister in Arizona and it broke my heart. I had never not had my mother within a few minutes of where I lived. I was finally able to get a new job, still at quite a bit less than what I had been making but a job was a job. I then made a job change thinking that it was moving back up in the right direction. Four months later that company was bought and I was in a job not of my choosing. And did I mention I'm in my early 60's now. ..., I did find a new home that could accommodate my aging mother and brought her back up. That is a bright spot and a strain. So, I found myself in a quagmire of gray, muddled thoughts and I had lost my moxie. Mom needs 24 hour care, so I go to work and I come home. My social life is sporadic at best. I've gone from being out 4-5 nights a week to maybe once or twice a month. Physical ailments have taken their toll and so my get up and go, -- got up and died somewhere. Kate Olson contacted me and asked if I would like to work with her. So, for the last few months we have met on a regular basis. I have talked and talked! Kate listened and questioned, suggested and directed. I think there is some more work to be done, but I'm feeling lighter, have created a few goals and I am working on a couple of game plans. I think I'm going to turn that corner pretty soon and find my moxie again. She has helped me organize my thoughts and realize that there are things I can do to help my financial station. And they will satisfy my creative juices, too! Thank you Kate!
-- Rita M., Bothell, WA
– Lisa, Mill Creek, WA
Kate Olson helped me so much with my depression and low self esteem. With her counseling and coaching, I have a more positive outlook on life. I learned skills to deflect negativity and be more assertive without being confrontational. Her Reiki treatments also helped reduce my anxiety and stress. I highly recommend Kate for life coaching and Reiki treatments.
– Kevin Haney, Tulalip, WA
I was at a stage in life that left me feeling pretty frustrated with career and life choices I had made. I felt that I was destined to work at jobs that gave me little satisfaction. I started talking to Kate (phone sessions) and she assured me that I was NOT, in fact, at a dead end. I admit I was pretty skeptical in the beginning. Through a series of sessions, Kate helped me look within myself for answers. Eventually she helped me discover some viable options. My mood began to improve and my attitude along with it. I have adopted the motto, "All I do is win!" Have I reached my destination? No, but I believe I am on the path to a more fulfilling career & life. Thank you Kate! Hugs!
– Patty D., Matoon, IL
I was in serious trauma when Kate met my husband and me and I am so grateful for that accidental and serendipitous meeting. I had a serious fear of heights and my husband had convinced me to come along on a day of hiking while we were visiting Sedona, AZ. We were arguing when Kate came upon us on the trail and I was on the verge of an anxiety attack. My husband wanted to go forward and I definitely did not. He was upset about missing the climb to the top of Airport Vortex and either wanted me to toughen up and come with him or wait there alone. Neither option was one I felt comfortable with and the more he pushed me the more anxious I got. I could feel tears welling up in my eyes and I really could not have moved a step forward. Matt, my husband, was somewhere between laughter and anger.
He really wasn't understanding my fear. Kate cheerfully interrupted what was progressing into a fight, by asking where we were from. We started talking and she offered to stay with me while Matt hiked to the top. I jumped at that and so did Matt. Kate and I talked for a while. She told me that she had just finished her certification courses for life coaching and I told her about my job as an elementary school teacher in Nashville, TN. As we talked I started feeling more relaxed and comfortable. Kate told me how they had studied fears and phobias, including how to let go of them. I was very skeptical, but feeling more and more relaxed. Slowly and without even realizing it, we started walking forward up the trail. I am not exactly sure when I realized that we had actually hiked up to a much higher level, but Kate commented when I was actually ahead of her and reached back to give her a hand up over some difficult rocks. Matt was surprised too, when he met us almost halfway up to the top. Kate explained that she had actually incorporated a little neurolinguistic hypnotherapy into our conversation and that she thought I probably had a pretty strong desire to overcome my fear, as it otherwise probably would not have worked under those circumstances. I have had some phone sessions with Kate since and I think I have conquered my fear of heights and possibly saved my marriage or, at least, some arguments and unhappiness. Both Matt and I are very grateful and I would definitely recommend Kate. Her warm and comforting nature was such a blessing!
– Megan T., Nashville, TN
I was really at a high stress point with stuff that was going on at work, trouble with my relationship and family issues. My blood pressure was going crazy and my doctor was telling me that I had to get things under control or face the consequences. I think that probably made things worse. I was constantly worrying. I ran into to Kate when I was waiting for a business meeting and we just started talking casually. she mentioned she was a life coaching and when I told her about my stress she asked if I would be interested in trying a few Reiki sessions to see how they might work in reducing my stress level. i decided I did not have anything to loose and most of the other options seemed to either involve medication and side effects or time that I didn't have. I had 4 one-hour Reiki sessions in a 2 weeks period before I felt on a business trip. There was a lot riding on the outcome of my trip, so my stress level was through the roof. I was not really expecting any miracles, but I was pleasantly surprised at how relaxing the the Reiki sessions were and my stress level, blood pressure, anxiety and general mood did all improve for the better. I was relaxed and ready and had a great trip with a positive outcome. I will have to say, I am a new fan of Reiki and Kate definitely was a big help.
— Dave T., Redmond, WA
I had a great life, a good job, my home of 28 years, a more than busy social life and dancing. Then within a few months things started to change. You know that saying just wait for the other shoe to drop? I swear it was Imelda Marcos dropping those shoes around me. It never stopped. The last five years have been hell. I lost my job, all three of my animals died within six months of each other. My father's health started to rapidly decline and he passed in 2011. My granddaughter was a blessing but she was born two months early so we had a very stressful two months of living at the NICU. And there were no jobs. ..., Other family members suffered from medical trauma's and I couldn't keep up with the bills. Eventually I lost the home I loved. Mom went to live with a sister in Arizona and it broke my heart. I had never not had my mother within a few minutes of where I lived. I was finally able to get a new job, still at quite a bit less than what I had been making but a job was a job. I then made a job change thinking that it was moving back up in the right direction. Four months later that company was bought and I was in a job not of my choosing. And did I mention I'm in my early 60's now. ..., I did find a new home that could accommodate my aging mother and brought her back up. That is a bright spot and a strain. So, I found myself in a quagmire of gray, muddled thoughts and I had lost my moxie. Mom needs 24 hour care, so I go to work and I come home. My social life is sporadic at best. I've gone from being out 4-5 nights a week to maybe once or twice a month. Physical ailments have taken their toll and so my get up and go, -- got up and died somewhere. Kate Olson contacted me and asked if I would like to work with her. So, for the last few months we have met on a regular basis. I have talked and talked! Kate listened and questioned, suggested and directed. I think there is some more work to be done, but I'm feeling lighter, have created a few goals and I am working on a couple of game plans. I think I'm going to turn that corner pretty soon and find my moxie again. She has helped me organize my thoughts and realize that there are things I can do to help my financial station. And they will satisfy my creative juices, too! Thank you Kate!
-- Rita M., Bothell, WA
I took workshops from Kate back in the mid 90's. I was so shy I couldn't even talk to a woman. In fact, a guy friend who was trying to be helpful in that awkward way guys help each other, actually pushed me into Kate trying to get me to talk to her. I couldn't! I just stood there, so embarrassed and I am sure, looking ridiculous. Luckily, Kate recognized my situation and kindly coaxed me into speaking. She was very kind and as I got to know her better, she told me that she had been almost as shy as me at one time. I eventually agreed to take her workshops and they helped me to feel less anxious and more confident. Kate actually introduced me to my wife. I have often wondered where I would be if that guy hadn't pushed me into to Kate. I was 32, at the time, so well past time to get over my anxiety. I ran into Kate recently after loosing contact for many years. The timing was great because I was again having some serious anxiety over my new position at work requiring me to speak in front of small groups and manage a team. Kate told me about her new career direction as a Life Coach and how she thought Hynotherapy might work well for me. I was skeptical, but trusted Kate, so we set up 3 sessions. I was surprised at how it all worked. It was definitely different than what I expected from TV or entertainment shows. It was very relaxing and did succeed in lessening my anxiety and making me feel more comfortable and confident talking in front of my team. I don't think I will take up public speaking any time soon, but it is definitely a relief to be able to do my job, without breaking out in a sweat and turning beet red.
--- Ray, Everett, WA
--- Ray, Everett, WA