Get to know Harriet

A woman with short dark hair, wearing a sleeveless yellow top and black pants, stands next to a moss-covered brick wall outdoors on a sunny day. Certfied Life Coach Washington.

I am an ICF certified, Co-Active trained Life Coach, based in the Seattle area in Washington. I also work as a Mental Health Coach for Lyra Health serving corporate clients nationwide.

Originally from the U.K. I now live in beautiful Bainbridge Island, Washington with my husband, 2 children, and Aussie-Doodle, Peaches

Training + Certifications

  • Co-Active Training Institute Certified

  • International Coaching Federation (ICF) Certified (PCC)

  • Enneagram IEQ9 Accredited

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My Coaching Approach

I believe in creating an authentic coaching experience that is free from sales tactics. My clients come to me with an open heart and a readiness to explore the uncomfortable. While I won’t promise quick fixes, or give advice to problems, I do offer a challenging yet safe, non-judgmental space where everything you bring is welcomed.

My approach is grounded, intuitive, and practical.

I won’t tell you what to do.
But I will help you see things clearly, challenge what’s holding you back, and support you in moving forward.

Are you ready to start your journey?

Testimonials

  • I cannot recommend Harriet strongly enough. Her ability to ask challenging and insightful questions, combined with her deep empathy and compassion, have helped me grow as a father, husband, and leader.

    Josh

  • "I am experiencing a new confidence that things will always work out for the best. I encourage any one that is looking for a fresh new approach to call Harriet. You will be thankful you did."

    Joel

  • "Harriet's trust in me inspired trust in myself and helped me take the steps towards my goals that we identified together. Talking to Harriet was the best thing I could have done for my personal growth!

    Maria

  • "My coaching sessions with Harriet are a perfect combination of pushing me to grow and supporting me with where I am. She helps me see things in new/ different ways and gives me tools to manage different aspects of my life. She is fully engaged in the work and has great passion for it."

    Charlotte

  • "Coaching with Harriet gave me a framework for my thoughts around making some significant career decisions. I was able to develop a vision for my life and invest my energy and thoughts in the qualities that I value in myself."

    Danielle

  • "I’ve been an executive leadership coach for my entire career. When I asked Harriet if she would coach me, I was struck by her natural and authentic ability to connect and ask the questions that expanded my interpretation of myself and those around me. My life and insights started to shift in a way that has brought true meaning, authenticity, and joy to my world."

    Joel

  • "Harriet has a natural talent for listening to the words I say, but also for paying close attention to the silence that fills the space in between. Her fresh perspective, positive encouragement, and arousing enthusiasm combined with stimulating techniques and homework, helped awaken me to new possibilities and potential."

    Lydia

  • "Harriet is insightful, empathetic, and offers great tools to identify my goals. And we have fun doing it! I highly recommend Harriet as a life coach!"

    Alex

  • "I’ve been working with Harriet for six months. I’m extremely pleased with her ability to present the process clearly and help direct my focus. She guides me through steps to identify my issues, understand the roadblocks and help me achieve my goals."

    Lana

  • "Last year I was struggling to find balance in my life. I realized I couldn’t do it alone. I needed to talk to a professional. Harriet helped me see the value, strength and power in me, while steering me in the direction of being kind and positive towards myself."

    Maria

  • "Harriet helped me see the things that were holding me back that I hadn’t even been aware of. Changing my mindset has helped me push through these barriers, accept where I am now, and redefine the way I see myself. I’m growing in ways I never thought I could."

    Zoe

  • "Harriet is a supportive, compelling, sensitive, and creative coach. She is very intuitive and is able to get to the heart of the matter quickly. As a result, her coaching facilitates rapid transformation for personal growth."

    Lydia

  • "I was able to develop a vision for my life. Our sessions gave me the tools to make future choices and embrace them without fear."

    Danielle

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In The Press

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Interview with Harriet Parsons in Collabs.io: Stories of Entrepreneurship – January 2023

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Harriet Parsons Coaching Article Featured in Kitsap’s Best Places to Work – December 2022

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Ready to take the next step?

Are you ready to dive in and see how transformational and impactful coaching can be? Schedule a free introductory call where I can learn about you, and share how coaching can help with your goals.

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