Hi, I'm James,
The Turbulence Coach

Certified Integral Coach®, Grief Educator, and Trauma-Informed Somatics Practitioner.

Discovering New Paths Amidst Change

Navigating life's turbulence requires more than just resilience - it demands self-awareness, courage, and a guiding hand. The Turbulence Coach specializes in helping individuals transform moments of uncertainty into opportunities for growth and adventure.

I understand first-hand the challenges of navigating life's turbulence and the profound growth that can emerge from it. 

Change is rarely easy. Life transitions such as break-ups, relocations, career shifts, loss of loved ones, or becoming a parent can shake the very foundations of our identity, expanding who we are in unexpected ways.

It can feel like the ground beneath us is constantly shifting, leaving us yearning for stability. These transitions often come with their own forms of grief, as we mourn the loss of the familiar and face the unknown.

I've experienced these challenges personally, and I'm here to help you navigate through them with empathy and expertise. Together, we'll explore how these transitions offer opportunities for deep personal growth, learning and healing. Instead of longing for a return to "normal," we'll uncover how life's changes can redefine what normal means for you – perhaps guiding you towards a more fulfilling way of living.

— James

In order to fully step into life,
we need to embrace change as
an adventure rather than a threat.

My Offerings

For Those Navigating Transition

One-to-One Coaching designed to help you navigate, and land on your feet again after your own experience of transition

For Those Who Support Others

Various offerings designed to equip you with the tools and confidence to support your loved ones through their experiences of grief

Kind Words from my Clients

  • "It’s been three years since I did the course, and I truly believe it has changed the trajectory of my life."

    — Dan
    Group Course Student

  • "I can firmly say that my personal relationships and how I handle life as a whole has been greatly improved by my work with James.”

    — Manji
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James walks you down a path of connectivity to grief in ways never imagined before... I now look at grief as an honor, an emotional representation of love."

    — Alysha
    Group Course Student

  • "James helped me with amazing tools to unpack my blocks and I feel so supported and motivated to continue to strive for my dreams."

    — Annabel
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James' course transformed my perception of grief and left me with a diverse set of tools to bring out into the world."

    — Alex
    Group Course Student

  • "I feel more like myself than ever. I feel empowered. I feel connected to my body and soul. I love myself more than ever."

    — Fiona
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James leads you through a journey of acceptance, self-reflection, and connection to grief and mortality."

    — Nina
    Group Course Student

  • "James taught me that grief is everywhere, but that we do not need to be afraid of it."

    — Molly
    Group Course Student

  • "James has brought light and structure to a dark, messy subject that we all MUST engage with at some point."

    — Taylor
    Group Course Student

  • "James is exactly the person you want to speak with - compassionate without being patronizing, supportive without being a pushover, wise without being a know-it-all."

    — Dan
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James helped me understand what was a true priority for me at this point in my life and helped me let go of what was not."

    - Gabi
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James is very playful and helped me come up with ways to acknowledge and face certain issues... I am grateful James put me in touch with my compassionate side."

    — Maya
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James helped me feel much better equipped to support those around me through grief."

    — Molly
    Group Course Student

  • "James enabled us to explore grief in our own way within an incredibly safe environment."

    — Laura
    Group Course Student

  • "James' course gave me a new framework for understanding death and grieving."

    — Olivia
    Group Course Student

  • "James helped me feel much better equipped to support others through grief and to be a better friend to anyone going through hard times."

    — Robin
    Group Course Student

  • "James' course is a practical guide to managing difficult situations with understanding and empathy."

    — Jake
    Group Course Student

  • "James provided me with practical strategies and tools to help me manage my emotions."

    — Gabi
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James is arming us with concrete tools to support others and ourselves."

    — Nicolas
    Group Course Student

  • "James has developed an unmissable course on the essentials of identifying, addressing and navigating grief."

    — Dena
    Group Course Student

  • "James is incredibly gifted at creating a safe space for participants to share and feel heard."

    — Carly
    Group Course Student

  • "Each session has such an impact - my mind was completely absorbed for days afterwards. James had such a way to navigate through the challenging material, you would snap back and forth from tearful reflection to cheerful laughter like a pinball. "

    — Dan
    Group Course Student

  • "The kindness and knowledge he brings to any topic, situations, or experience I bring up during our sessions is invaluable as it helps me to get a deeper look and understanding of what’s actually going on, or gives me a new perspective on the situation/experience."

    — Manji
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James made me appreciate the importance of talking to one another about a topic too many people shy away from."

    — Josh
    Group Course Student

  • "James has helped me find a new framework for understanding not only grief, but any life changes."

    — Charlotte
    Group Course Student

  • "James shared tools with us that I am using every day now."

    — Marine
    Group Course Student

  • "I feel more like myself than ever. I feel very empowered. I feel very connected to my body and soul. I love myself more than ever. Trust me, after one month or a few months, you’ll look back and be absolutely in awe of the growth you’ve uncovered after working with James."

    — Fiona
    1:1 Coaching Client

  • "James is a skilled facilitator who makes everyone feel welcomed in his space."

    — Nahema
    Group Course Student

  • "There was the expected outcome of learning tools to interact with grieving people, and I hugely value those. The unexpected outcome was how the tools gave me insight into my own emotions and the emotions of others. It’s deepened my relationships and totally enriched my life."

    — Dan
    Group Course Student

  • "I would recommend this course to anyone, anywhere, at any time in your life.”

    — Laura
    Group Course Student

  • “James’ course provides an education in being human."

    — Taylor
    Group Course Student

  • “An essential course for any human practicing being...! The simple and, yet, not so simple act of supporting grievers, is an imperative for a better, more healed foundation for community and ultimately for humanity.”

    — Dena
    Group Course Student

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