Focused. Personal.
Entirely yours.
Private one-on-one coaching with Ellen: no curriculum, no group format, no pre-set agenda. Just focused, deep work on what matters most to you right now.
WHAT THIS IS
Coaching that moves at your pace
Individual coaching with Ellen is for the woman who knows what she wants to work on and wants the full, undivided attention of a skilled coach to work through it. There's no group to keep pace with, no curriculum to follow, just a private, focused relationship built entirely around you and your goals.
THIS IS NOT
Advice-giving or problem-solving for you
BUT RATHER...
Asking the questions that help you find your own answers
THIS IS NOT
A therapy relationship focused on the past
BUT RATHER...
A forward-focused partnership that uses the past as context
THIS IS NOT
A one-size curriculum everyone follows
BUT RATHER...
A completely personalized process built around your specific goals and situation
WHO THIS IS FOR
This may be right for you if
Individual coaching with Ellen is for the woman who knows what she wants to work on and wants the full, undivided attention of a skilled coach to work through it. There's no group to keep pace with, no curriculum to follow, just a private, focused relationship built entirely around you and your goals.
You're navigating a significant career or life transition and need focused, personalized suppor
You've done a group program before, or you know group isn't your thing right now and you want one-on-one depth
You have a specific goal, challenge, or decision you want to work through with a skilled guide
You want accountability and forward momentum between sessions, not just a listening ear
You're ready to invest in serious, dedicated work and want a coaching relationship to match that commitment
You're a coach yourself, navigating the early years of your practice and looking for support in that transition
THE PROCESS
How individual coaching works
Start with a Discovery Call
A free 30-minute conversation to discuss where you are, what you're looking to work on, and whether working together feels like the right fit. No pressure, no commitment. Just a real conversation.
We define your goals together
In our first session, we establish what you're working toward and how we'll know when you're getting there. Your goals shape the entire coaching relationship, nothing is predetermined.
Regular Private Sessions
We meet virtually, one-on-one. Sessions are focused, forward-moving, and tailored entirely to what's most alive for you right now. No catch-up, no curriculum, just the work.
You leave each session with something
Whether it's a new question to sit with, a decision to make, or a concrete next step, every session closes with clarity and direction, not just good conversation.
The most important thing I've learned in 40 years of performance is that the real work happens in the quiet, when you finally stop moving long enough to hear what you actually think.
ELLEN MURRAY ZAPPONE
Ellen's approach in practice
Full presence
Ellen brings her complete attention to every session, no agenda but yours, no distraction, no half-listening.
Real questions
The kind that don't have easy answers but the kind that lead somewhere true when you sit with them.
Honest reflection
Ellen will tell you what she notices, gently, directly, without judgment. That's often where the real clarity begins.
Forward momentum
Coaching is not a place to stay comfortable. Ellen is skilled at helping you move from insight to intention to action.
Grace with the pace
Change is not a sprint. Ellen holds the space for the work to unfold at the rate it needs to and celebrates every port.
Confidentiality
What you share stays between you and Ellen. Full stop. This is a private space, and it stays that way.
Private Coaching Rates
Individual coaching is priced on a per-engagement basis. Rates reflect the depth, time, and focus of private work and are separate from group program pricing.
If you're a fellow coach navigating the early years of your practice, reach out, a professional courtesy rate is available.
By conversation
Initial discovery call (free, 30 min)
Agreed engagement length based on your goals
Private virtual sessions
Between-session support
Full confidentiality
The discovery call is free and commitment-free
What people often ask
What's the difference between coaching and therapy?
Therapy tends to be backward-looking, focused on understanding and healing the past. Coaching is forward-focused: we use context from the past to inform a clear direction forward. Coaching is not a substitute for therapy, and Ellen will always refer you to the appropriate professional if something in our work calls for it.
How is individual coaching different from your group programs?
Group programs follow a set curriculum over 5 weeks and provide community alongside the coaching work. Individual coaching has no curriculum: the focus, pace, and content are entirely determined by your specific goals. It's deeper, more flexible, and more personalized.
What are Ellen's credentials?
Ellen is a graduate of Coachville LLC, a coaching program recognized by the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She is also an ICF member and active in ICF Connecticut. Her coaching is further informed by 40 years of professional experience in healthcare sales and leadership.
How long does a coaching engagement typically last?
This varies depending on your goals. Some women work with Ellen for a focused 3-month engagement; others prefer an ongoing relationship. We'll discuss what makes sense for you during the discovery call.
Do sessions happen in person or virtually?
All individual coaching sessions are conducted virtually over Zoom, making it accessible regardless of location.
What if I'm not sure individual coaching is right for me?
Start with a free Life Compass session or take the quiz on the Programs page, both are designed to help you figure out which path fits best. Or just book a discovery call and let's talk it through together. There's no wrong door.
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