Testimonials
What our clients say
“Kirsten's coaching is phenomenal. She is engaging and stimulating, pushing me past my boundaries while remaining respectful. Kirsten allowed me to understand myself, my goals, and desires, but most importantly, she showed me how to be present in my life.”
- P.G., PhD candidate, Toronto“Kirsten gave me the confidence to take on bigger, longer-term goals while enjoying small successes along the way. Her coaching gave me the courage to take a hard look at myself, and the strength to take chances in pursuing opportunity.”
- Michelle Kerr, London, ON“Kirsten’s energy creates an aliveness in those she coaches. Her impact helped me stretch past limiting beliefs of who I can be. Although the journey was sometimes scary, she created a trusting environment for me to experience myself more fully.”
- D. Doig, Monee, IL“Kirsten shines with the following qualities: laser focus, out-of-the-box questions, compassion, and hard truth. I highly recommend Kirsten as a coach to anyone who wants to get results and catapult forward in their life, business, and beyond.”
- Wendy Balman, Chicago, IL“Kirsten is hugely compassionate. She cheered me on with her belief in me. Her support, passion and enthusiasm helped me to see new possibilities for myself. And, after I stretched into a new space, she held me big.”
- L.H., Chicago, IL "With pure energy and grace, Kirsten McKinnon creates healthy and fresh air. With Kirsten, I feel fully understood and inspired to continue my journey [of! transformation and growth]."
- Denis Olaizola, Montreal“Kirsten created moments where I was amazed at her ability to have me trust her and trust myself when I was way out of my comfort zone. Kirsten is a leader and she is able to lead leaders.”
- Frode Svensen, Executive Coach, Leadership Development, Galapagos Coaching, Norway“Kirsten kicks in doors that would be closed without her. She coaches with her heart and really believes in me, even when I don’t. Through coaching with Kirsten, I’m creating a life that focuses on what’s truly important to me.”
- Isolde Huijbregts, Netherlands“Coaching with Kirsten launched my incredible personal growth journey which is still flourishing two years later. Thank you, Kirsten, for opening my eyes to my vast potential and helping me enrich my life!”
- L. Parent"Kirsten has an uncanny ability to get to the heart of the matter. To see what others do NOT see. With groups and individuals, Kirsten is like a laser - she helps people see the truth, and take action to create what they want."
- Dawn Harry, M.Ed“Kirsten is an outstanding coach. If your choice is to move through and beyond the blocks in your life, she is the coach you want.
Thanks Kirsten! You truly are a gift!”
- Anne, Toronto“Kirsten captures the attention of the room and, with passion and playfulness, leads us into profound experiences of ourselves. She has deep wisdom and delivers messages with heartfelt conviction. I recommend her for workshops and individual coaching.”
- Godfrey Nash, P.Eng., President, Keystone Marketing Inc.“The workshop gave me a greater understanding of faculty fears and aspirations. This understanding will help me to be a better colleague. The workshop was excellent in offering individuals an opportunity to be heard.”
- O. Simmerer, WA“(The workshop will help) me understand my students’ motivations and to look more at bringing out their strengths.
It will help me to be a better listener.”
- A. Bowman, WA“Expanded my perspectives...recognizing my vulnerabilities and strengths.
Thanks for bringing our group together in a healthy environment.”
– M. Winmill, WA