Empowering You as an ICF Coach

 ❤️ "I had the great pleasure and gift of working with Coach Dawn as my ICF Mentor Coach. As this was my first time in the process, I was not sure what to expect.  

Coach Dawn quickly relieved me of any concerns as she provided all of the information that I needed to understand the mentoring process.  She was very thorough in orienting me to the process and to what would be needed by ICF to successfully re-certify.  She also provided information on resources that would be helpful in expanding my coaching capabilities.  

I found her to be a challenging coach who provided great feedback and wise counsel. I learned so much during our time together. I completed the program with more self-awareness, confidence, and a deeper commitment to be the best coach that I can be for those I serve. She will forever be a part of my "story", and for that I am grateful."

Carolyn Swinton, DPN, RN, NEA, BE, FACHE, NCC, ACC

Executive and Leadership Coaching

🌼 “My three-month coaching mentorship with Coach Dawn proved to be undeniably productive and worthwhile. Not often do I meet a person as professional, adaptive, creative, and erudite as she is.

I came to Coach Dawn with the intention of engaging her as my mentor coach so I could renew my International Coaching Federation credential. Coach Dawn immediately sent a Welcome and Prep Guide for mentor coaching via email as a vehicle for me to create a foundation for working together. She sent me “Thinking Prompts” and asked me to write my mentor coaching goals and outcomes. She asked me to review the ICF core competencies and to relay which competencies we should give attention to and decide which blend of mentor coaching options would prove most helpful during our time together.

I wanted to practice conducting deeper, more meaningful reflective questions and just find the authentic coach I am becoming. We chose certain competencies and decided that I would role play 3 coaching sessions with volunteer clients, record each session, and critique them with Coach Dawn during our next mentor meetings. This experience proved to be invaluable. We critiqued each session and Coach Dawn gave me suggestions to improve my language, increase metaphor usage, and work on being more mindful of my time with clients.

I also had the opportunity to coach Dawn twice on a real issue and together we focused on critiquing, challenging, and exploring other techniques for the future. Coach Dawn is an exceptional mentor coach. I wanted to grow as a coach and with her as my guide, I sure did! Thank you, Coach Dawn!”

Marilyn Gansel, PsyD, NBC-HWC, ICF-ACC

Health and Wellness Coach

🌷💕 "I am so incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with Dawn. From the very first session, I’ve felt deeply supported and guided every step of the way. Her clarity, presence and professionalism has made a positive impact not only on my coaching but also on my life. 

Every week, I’ve looked forward to receiving her thoughtful, intentional communication as each feels like a gift. The notebook of the insights I got from our work together has become one of my most treasured resources. It’s a constant reminder of the wisdom I’ve gained, and it’s something I know I’ll return to again and again. Beyond the sessions themselves, the PBC community she introduced me to has been a game-changer. I never would have found it without her.  

If you are considering hiring Dawn, her guidance, care, and dedication to your success will truly empower you to achieve your goals and unlock your potential. I feel so fortunate to have met her and for her to have been a part of my coaching journey."

Tiffany Logan, ACC

Leadership Coach and ICF Certified Coach

🤎 “Dawn's powerful coaching techniques unlocked many motivators for me to further develop my coaching skills from the PCC point of view. I love that she allowed me to review both the ACC and PCC versions of the core competencies, so that I could choose which perspective I wanted to develop. 

Dawn has mastered the art of holding space for clients to explore. In that space, I learned so much about myself. I learned about what made me feel vulnerable and what I was most confident about. Having that information about myself and my skill level empowered me to refine the skills I needed to, and leverage the skills I knew were already there. I really appreciate Dawn's passive leadership too. Although she was hosting me, she allowed me to lead my sessions and discuss what I felt was most important to address.” 

Krystle Rogers, M.Ed., ICF-ACC

ICF Certified Business Coach and Transition and Growth Coach

🌺 "The time for my first ACC credential renewal was approaching; it was about 8 months away. I had completed all of the CCE requirements other than Mentor Coaching. I had no prior experience with Mentor Coaching and didn’t know what to expect – that might have been why I saved it for last. 😉 Shortly after Dawn and I connected on LinkedIn, we met for an exploratory conversation. When I learned that Dawn is a certified Presence-Based Coach, it was a YES for me.

Some of the outcomes I gained through Mentor Coaching with Dawn include:

• Expanded my portfolio of coaching resources.

• Increased my confidence as an ICF certified coach.

• Cleared up some misconceptions I held about coaching. 

• Identified the post-session reflection method that works for me.

• Devised a self-sustaining plan to continue my coach development.

These outcomes were made possible because of Dawn. Dawn brought curiosity, openness, non-judgment, and a deeply held belief in my potential to every session. She called forth my inner strength and capacity, believing in my abilities as an ICF certified coach. Her equal investment in the relationship provided a constant steadying force which allowed me to be vulnerable, authentic, and take risks. If I could highlight one of Dawn’s super strengths, of which there are many, it would be her ability to artfully express observations in a way that allows me to receive them with gratitude. 💖

Dawn is a skilled mentor coach who will empower your capability as an ICF coach! You will appreciate investing in your capabilities and wonder, "What was I waiting for?" 😄

Kelly Payne, MSOD, MBA, ICF-ACC

Leadership Coach and Senior Organization Development Consultant

🌟 "I highly recommend Dawn's mentorship services to anyone looking to enhance their coaching skills. She offers a range of mentor experiences tailored to individual learning styles. That was exactly what I was looking for as I prepared for my renewal. I found her to be accommodating and willing to cater to my specific needs to ensure I gained valuable skills and resources aligned with the ICF competencies." 

Kelley King, Ed.S., ACC

Leadership Coach

💛 “My first mentor coaching experience, preparing for ICF certification, was in a group setting, which I assumed was the norm. When it was time to seek mentor coaching again, for certification renewal, I learned that one-on-one mentor coaching was an option. I was immediately intrigued, but a little intimidated, to be honest. I wasn't too sure how I felt about the spotlight always being on me vs. "taking turns" in a group, where there was safety in numbers. 

Then came Dawn. I am so glad I made the decision to work and learn with her. She is an expert in the coaching field, and is organized, focused, authentic, kind, and straightforward. She focused on making sure the time we spent together was of value to me, and offered a unique way of co-creating a meaningful, customized experience for each of our conversations. We did deep dives into ICF competencies of my choosing, tracking them against some of my coaching experiences I wanted to dissect. 

I will be a better coach because of Dawn. I feel more grounded and focused because of the many things we discussed, the resources and insights she shared, and the example she herself is of how to be a great coach."

Delta Emerson, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, ICF-ACC

Leadership Coaching, Career Coaching, and Systemic Team Coaching

🌟 “Before I started working with Dawn, I didn't know what a mentor coach relationship was. I just knew that I respected Dawn's coaching skills, valued our shared experience in Presence-Based Coaching, and loved the kind and gentle way she shows up in the world. I knew I wanted to learn from her, and I'm so grateful that she is my first mentor coach! 

I appreciate how comfortable I feel in sharing vulnerable growth edges with Dawn. She is very skilled at holding space in an open, curious, and nonjudgmental way. I appreciate the growth I've experienced personally and professionally with Dawn - her powerful questions and wealth of coaching knowledge have been so helpful for me as I start my own coaching practice.

Because of our work together, I feel more confident in my coaching skills. I also feel more prepared to get my ICF ACC certification. Her deep understanding of how to leverage the ICF competencies to coach effectively amazes me!” 

Megan Whitney, MNM, ICF-ACC

Mindfulness Coaching and Core Practitioner of Presence-Based Coaching

💛 “I decided in 2023 that this was the year for me to apply for my PCC with ICF. I knew the best mentor coach for me was Dawn Carney-Meriwether, PCC, because of her years of training and expertise. Dawn asked me to prepare in advance by selecting a specific core competency I wanted to focus on. During our session, we listened to a brief excerpt from a recording of me coaching a client (who had given permission to be recorded). Dawn held the space for me to listen with curiosity. She asked me powerful questions to get me thinking more deeply about my core competency skills and abilities as a coach. We took time to acknowledge what was going well and to identify some areas where I could focus on in the future. 

I highly recommend Dawn as your Mentor Coach while you seek to renew your ACC or as you pursue your PCC credential. You’ll find she is thorough and professional throughout the entire experience. And her genuine ability to acknowledge and celebrate your skills in a meaningful way made all the difference for me.” 

Jo Heather Dodson, ICF-PCC

Strengths Champion Certified Coach® and Professional Certified Coach™