One-on-One Behavior Change Coaching

You know what to do.
You’re Just Not Doing It.

You don’t need more willpower. You need a strategy that actually works, and
someone who’s done this work to help you apply it.

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13+ years coaching and writing about behavior change · thousands of readers in the community

The Problem

This isn’t a self-discipline problem — it’s a strategy problem.

You’ve said “I’ll start Monday” more times than you can count.

You know the habit that’s holding you back — you just can’t seem to break it, no matter how many times you’ve decided to.

You’ve tried the willpower approach. It worked for a few days. Then it didn’t.

Your goals — the book, the workout, the savings, the calmer evenings — keep getting pushed to “later.” Later never comes.

None of this means you lack self-discipline. It means you’ve been trying to solve a behavior pattern without a complete strategy. That’s the problem we fix together.

About Me

I’ve lived this. That’s why I can help.

I spent years letting bad habits rule my life before I understood how behavior change actually works — not through willpower, but through inner alignment, environment, and repetition.

When I finally figured it out, I wrote about it. That writing has been read by hundreds of thousands of people over the last 13 years. The emails I’ve received since — from people who recognized themselves in it — are what led me to coaching.

I’m not a therapist or a clinician. I’m a behavior change coach who’s done this work myself and helped others do it in their own life. My credential isn’t a certification. It’s the fact that I’ve broken self-defeating patterns that felt unbreakable — and I know how to help you break yours.

The Process

Lasting change follows a sequence.

Over 30 years of research on behavior change reveals the same pattern: there are five stages, and each one requires different tools. We move through them together.

Awareness & Motivation
You understand exactly how this pattern is playing out in your life — and you build a compelling, personal reason to change.
Strategy & Preparation
You design a plan that fits your life — your triggers, your schedule, your goals — not a generic template.
Action
You start making real changes with a coach who tracks your progress and adjusts the approach in real time.
Maintenance & Habit Formation
Your new patterns are reinforced until they no longer require effort. The old pull fades.
Integration
You’re living differently. The time and energy you reclaimed are going toward the life you actually want.

I’m continuously struck by Michael’s ability to listen with compassion, and by what he shares from his wealth of knowledge. It’s clear that he genuinely cares about helping people move forward. As a coach, Michael’s kindness, commitment, and insights create a space where you’ll feel, once again, like anything is possible.

Colin R.

Is This Right for You?

This coaching is specific. So is who it’s for.

Not everyone is ready for this kind of work — and that’s okay. Here’s how to know if the timing is right.

This is a Good Fit

You’re genuinely ready to change — not just tired of feeling bad about it

You’ve tried to change on your own, and it hasn’t stuck

You have a sense of what you want more time and energy for — even if it’s still fuzzy

You’re willing to be honest about what’s actually going on — with yourself and with me

You can commit to at least 90 days of consistent effort

This is not a Good Fit

You’re looking for a quick fix or a magic reframe that solves everything in a week

You’re not sure you actually want to change — just feel like you should

You’re dealing with a clinical mental health issue that requires a licensed therapist

You want someone to hold all the responsibility for your change — coaching requires your active participation

The Program

Monthly coaching, built around you.

One-on-one sessions, ongoing support, real accountability.

Monthly Retainer

$397/mo

Cancel anytime. Most clients start seeing results within the first 30 days.

What’s Included?

3 private coaching sessions per month (45–60 min each via phone or Zoom)

Email support between sessions for questions, check-ins, and accountability

A custom behavior change plan built around your specific triggers and goals

Full confidentiality — what we discuss stays between us

Progress reviews to track what’s working and adjust what isn’t

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Applications reviewed within 48 hours. No commitment until we’ve talked.

At first, I was a little skeptical about coaching, in general. Michael blew away that skepticism in our very first meeting. Two months into coaching with him, and I feel more inspired and productive than I have in a very long time.

Daria P.

Get Started

Apply for coaching.

Tell me a bit about where you are right now. I’ll reach out within 48 hours to schedule a free 20-minute discovery call if it seems like a good fit.

Your name

Your email

What's the pattern or habit you're wanting to change?

What's this costing you most right now?
eg: Sleep, relationships, work, goals — whatever comes to mind first.

What makes you ready to work on this now?

Your answers are confidential and go directly to Michael.
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Common Questions

Is this really a behavior problem, not a willpower problem?

Yes. If you’ve tried to stop on your own and it hasn’t stuck, that’s not proof you’re weak — it’s proof that willpower alone isn’t a complete strategy. That’s exactly what coaching addresses.

What if I’ve already tried to change and failed?

That’s actually a good sign — it means you’re motivated to change. Most people fail when they rely on willpower alone, without a proper strategy or support. That’s exactly what we address. We build a complete approach that accounts for your specific triggers, routines, and life — not a generic plan.

Do I need to know exactly what I want to change before I apply?

No. Some people come in with a clear target. Others just know something isn’t working. Naming the pattern precisely is often part of the early work, not a prerequisite for starting.

How long does the process take?

It varies from person to person, but most clients are well on their way within 90 days with consistent effort. That’s not a guarantee — it depends on how deeply the pattern is embedded and how actively you engage. Three months is a realistic minimum commitment to give this a fair shot.

What happens after I submit the application?

I review every application personally and respond within 48 hours. If it seems like a good fit, I’ll send you a link to schedule a free 20-minute discovery call. That call is low-pressure — it’s a chance for us both to make sure this is the right fit before you make any commitment.

You know what to do. You’re Just Not Doing It.