What is life coaching?
Life coaching quite simply means that I partner with you to get where you want to go. If you are here, it is because something in your life isn’t working in the way that you’d like. My job as your coach is to help you tap into your inner wisdom and remove some of the obstacles (real or imagined) that are keeping you from thriving. As your life coach, I will create a safe space for us to explore what’s working and what’s not. I do this through deep listening, gentle—but firm—inquiry, and helping you see the places where you may be holding yourself back.
If you are feeling lost, confused, exhausted, or (fill in the blank) —my goal is to help you get back to your best self, find your truth & live a life that aligns fully with your spirit!
Who is Elisabeth Jamison?
I have always been a student of spirituality and healing modalities. I learned Transcendental Meditation at 12 years old. I started studying A Course In Miracles in my late teens. I became a student of Thich Nhât Hanh and Pema Chödrön in my early 20s. When I was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, I found my way to remission, inclusive of nutrition, herbs, meditation, journaling, affirmations, acupuncture, chiropractic, and Ayurvedic Medicine.
As a person who had chronic pain for years, I know what it is like to feel helpless and alone, to feel like a victim of my body and left behind by society. But though I will not be doing an Ironman anytime soon, I’m no longer at the mercy of physical pain. I’ve made friends with it in a way that has calmed my nervous system and transformed my life. This has informed my approach to all pain—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual.
I was a caretaker for both of my parents during their terminal illnesses. They died within years of each other and I completely fell apart after their deaths: my symptoms included my hair falling out and debilitating panic attacks. But over time and with much self-compassion, I am at peace with missing them. I believe the process of grieving their deaths and others close to me has made me a stronger, more profoundly empathic person. It has shown me my path; My mission is to support others through their grief and painful transitions, to help transform suffering into joy.
So now you know all about the muck, but let me tell you about the light! I absolutely love to laugh and believe in the power of laughter to heal our souls—even in our darkest hours. Sometimes, to lighten my mood, I prescribe comedies for myself to watch. I am a professional artist and have worked in theater, film, and TV most of my life, most recently producing documentaries. Art will always be a part of me: creating and collaborating with other artists fuels my soul. And I’m not gonna lie; I delight in belting out a show tune.
You can often find me aligning my body on a Pilates reformer or working in my tiny urban garden. Gardening is a perfect metaphor for life and teaches me something every day. I cherish time in nature: quiet hikes in the mountains and swimming in the ocean. One of the great joys of my life is scuba diving. Nothing is as magical as the unworldly universe under the sea (or coming face to face with a reef shark!) I am a devoted friend and sister and feel blessed that so many of my friendships span decades. I am a passionate animal advocate and have a deep connection with all animals. At home, I have three cats who own my heart and absolutely run the show.
AS A LIFE COACH, I will use all of my studies, training, and life experience to help you tap into your innate wisdom, unblock yourself, and create the life you want!
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Education & Credentials
My eclectic background includes Art, Movement, Spirituality, and Healing Modalities.
Wayfinder Certified Life Coach
trained by Martha Beck Inc. Martha is a world-renowned life coach, New York Times Best-Selling Author, and monthly columnist for Oprah Magazine.
Classical Pilates Instructor
Core Pilates NYC Comprehensive 600 Hour PMA recognized teacher Training, NYC
Psychology & Journalism
BA with Honors – Rutgers College
Acting
William Esper 2 Year Conservatory Program, with
Maggie Flanigan
Reiki Practitioner
30+ years
The Arts
25+ years working as a Producer, Director,
Casting Director & Performer