Coaching Agreement Form

Awaken Your Purpose

Email: rj@awakenyourpurposetoday.com

Phone: (919) 322-8030

Coaching Agreement Form

AWAKEN YOUR PURPOSE'S coach (RJ Perkins) is committed to adhering to and working within the bounds of the definition and core competencies of life coaching defined as, but not limited to, "a professional who partners with clients in a thought-provoking and goal-oriented process that helps them maximize their personal and professional potential."

The purpose of coaching is to address issues and situations that the client wishes to consider and actively address. These include (but are not limited to) marriage relationships, lifestyle management, work-life balance, life purpose, spiritual formation, career development, navigating life change or transitions, decision-making, nutrition, exercise and achieving short-term or long-term goals.

Life coaches provide accountability, support, and strategic guidance, helping clients identify goals, break limiting beliefs, develop positive habits, and take decisive action toward meaningful transformation. Unlike therapy, which focuses on past trauma and emotional healing, life coaching is future-focused, guiding individuals toward clarity, confidence, and actionable change in various aspects of their lives.

Services

The services to be provided by the Coach (RJ Perkins) to the Client are face-to-face or via video coaching, as agreed jointly with the Client. Coaching may address specific personal challenges, business or relational issues, or general conditions in the Client's life or profession. Other services include value clarification, brainstorming, identifying plans of action, examining modes of operation in life, asking clarifying questions, and making empowering requests or suggestions for action. Additionally, the Client may be asked to reflect on difficult topics or situations, which may result in an expression of emotions.

Throughout the working relationship, the Coach will engage in direct and personal conversations. The Client understands that successful coaching requires a coactive, collaborative approach between Client and Coach. In the coaching relationship, the Coach plays the role of a facilitator of change, but it is the Client's responsibility to enact and bring about the change.

If the Client believes the coaching is not working as desired, the Client is expected to communicate this with the Coach as soon as possible, and the coaching strategy will be restructured to address the Client’s desired outcome of coaching. Clients are very much encouraged to talk more with the Coach to receive the best understanding of what coaching is and how to get the most out of it.

Prior History

Coaching and counselling are not the same. Likewise, therapy and other modes of professional or medical psychological examination shall not be considered equivalent to coaching. AWAKEN YOUR PURPOSE Coach (RJ Perkins) is not a registered doctor, nutritionist, psychologist, psychiatrist, or licensed therapist. The Coach (RJ Perkins) does not engage in therapy with clients. While not mandated, the Client is encouraged to share with the Coach (RJ Perkins) any past or current counseling or psychological therapy as a means for the most effective partnership. In entering into the coaching relationship and signing the agreement, the Client agrees that if any mental health difficulties arise during the course of the coaching relationship, the Client will notify the Coach (RJ Perkins) immediately so that appropriate referral plans can be made. In addition, if the Coach discerns that there are some Client issues that would be more suitably addressed through counseling, the Coach will make a recommendation to the Client directly regarding counseling options for specific issues. Coaching and counseling services may be engaged at the same time if the Client and Coach decide that is the most effective plan forward.

Confidentiality

PLEASE READ MY PRIVACY POLICY. All information about the Coach/Client relationship will remain strictly confidential except in very rare circumstances where decreed by law, i.e., where the court might issue a subpoena for the file or information. If the Client wishes for the Coach to speak to someone outside coach/client interactions, the client must give written permission (original letter, fax, or email) to do so. Exceptions to confidentiality relate to circumstances such as intent to seriously harm someone or self, child abuse, thoughts of suicide, etc. Otherwise, all remaining information is kept confidential. It is also important to note that in some situations, it is important to be aware of the use of technology in that for some clients, there is a risk in using certain media such as the internet or mobile phones. If the Client uses these to communicate with the Coach, it is assumed that it is appropriate to continue to do so in future interactions.

Termination

PLEASE READ MY TERMINATION & REFUND POLICY. Full payment for hourly or package coaching is due at the time of the first coaching session. Package sessions must be redeemed within one year of the signed coaching agreement. The Client has the authority to terminate the coaching partnership at any time. The Coach (RJ Perkins) reserves the right to terminate coaching services under but not limited to the following conditions:

• Repeated Cancellations or No-Shows—If a client frequently cancels, reschedules, or does not show up for sessions, it disrupts the coaching process and prevents meaningful progress.

  
  

• Lack of Engagement or Commitment—Coaching is a collaborative effort. If a client is consistently unresponsive, unwilling to participate, or fails to implement action steps, coaching may not be beneficial.

  
  

• Inappropriate, Disrespectful, or Unprofessional Behavior—Any form of harassment, offensive language, or disrespect toward the coach or other clients will result in immediate termination.

  
  

• Coaching Needs Exceed My Scope of Practice—If it becomes evident that a client requires therapy, medical intervention, or legal/financial counseling beyond life coaching, I may refer them to a more appropriate professional and terminate the coaching relationship.

  
  

• Violation of Agreement Terms—If a client fails to adhere to agreed-upon policies, payment terms, or ethical standards, I reserve the right to discontinue services.

  
  

• Misrepresentation or Dishonesty—If a client provides false information or engages in deceptive practices that compromise the integrity of the coaching relationship, services may be terminated.

  
  

• Threats to Personal Safety—If a client displays behavior that poses a risk to my safety or well-being, services will be immediately terminated, and necessary legal actions may be taken if required.

Credentialing

The Coach (RJ Perkins) requests the Client’s permission to keep a confidential record of Client’s name, phone number, or e-mail address; start and end date; and number of hours coached. By signing this agreement, you agree to allow the Coach (RJ Perkins) to keep these confidential records. No other information, confidential or otherwise, will be shared. Our signatures on this agreement indicate full understanding of the agreement with the information outlined above.

Client/Parent/Guardian's Signature*

Confidential Document

Provided information is to be used by Awaken Your Purpose (RJ Perkins) only and is a protected confidential file.