About Rachel Parsons | Heart Harbor Coaching

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Welcome! My name is Rachel Parsons, and I founded Heart Harbor Coaching, a dedicated space for reflection, personal development, and renewal. I am passionate about guiding youth and adults to explore their inner landscapes, foster self-trust, set goals, and confidently navigate periods of change.

With over 20 years of experience, I have helped young individuals and families in educational and community settings to overcome challenges related to learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. My journey includes roles as a teacher, youth and adult mentor, recreation leader, and high school coach. Through these diverse experiences, I have seen how personal growth flourishes when individuals feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued.

In my coaching practice, I create a warm and inviting environment that encourages organic insights and progress. I use various practical methods, including reflective check-ins, the Wheel of Life, values and strengths mapping, goal visualization, and practical self-regulation techniques. These strategies empower clients to clarify their core values, enhance emotional resilience, and take meaningful steps toward positive and sustainable change.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bates College. I am honored to be a Certified Youth Well-Being Coach through the Youth Coaching Institute, where I am pursuing additional certification in Resilience Coaching. In 2022, coupled with classes in Animal Assisted Therapy (AAT) from Husson University, I trained a certified therapy dog to comfort individuals experiencing anxiety and overwhelm. This included creating a program integrating AAT and Social-Emotional Learning in a High School Setting.

In my personal time, I cherish moments with my family and pets, enjoy nature through photography, and explore the breathtaking beauty of Maine’s coastline. These experiences continually remind me of the transformative power of presence and reflection, principles I incorporate into every coaching session.

I firmly believe that personal growth begins with recognizing the immense potential within each individual. My mission is to help clients rediscover this potential and guide them in establishing a pathway toward confidence, balance, and purpose.

If you are prepared to embark on this transformative journey, I extend a warm invitation for you to connect with me for a complimentary consultation.

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