Life Coaching

“Thank you so much, Susan! I got more out of my work with you in 6 months than I did from 2 years of weekly counseling sessions.”

L.C. age 53, 2024

“Susan, I am so appreciative that you took the time to respond to my dilemma. It had been weighing on me for some time and it was so beneficial to work with you to work through this. Your ability to validate my feelings, provide insight into why this is happening, and offer solutions has helped me immensely! I realize now that is what I was missing from therapy – proposing solutions after really listening to me. You not only hear me but empower me to move forward."

A.C. age 26, 2024

“I will be forever grateful to Susan and her life coaching skills. Although I had a wonderful job and an incredible work family, my interests and passions had shifted. For years I had this knowing that I needed to follow a new path, but I had been too comfortable in the known and too afraid of the unknown. Susan helped me to dig deep and gain clarity. With her guidance, I found a new sense of purpose, courage and strength to make the decision to follow my passion. This process has not only helped me with my work life, but also changed me for the better as a person, wife and mother. I am forever changed and beyond grateful.”

– Laura, age 56, Charlotte, NC – 2021

“I have been working with Susan for about a year and a half, and I couldn't imagine working with anyone else. As someone who has some struggle with anxiety, but not enough to warrant visiting a clinical psychologist, I have learned so many tools to manage my anxiety from Susan. Susan uses theories and ideas rooted in energy healing and intuition, which resonates with me, as someone who leans more on the spiritual side rather than scientific. After every session, I always feel so much lighter and more confident in myself. Susan makes herself readily available, and even if I'm in a crisis, Susan has made it clear that she is just one phone call away. I have loved working with Susan, and I'm so grateful to have her in my corner!”

– Lily, age 23, Detroit, MI – 2021

“First, thanks again for your skillful facilitation. You are very adept at finding and directing energetic flow and the highest compliment that I can give you is that I seem to learn something about myself or at least get a glimpse of something very important that I need to delve into each time we talk.”

– Brian A., MD. – 2020

“Susan is a prophet. She is on a different playing field. She is so in tune with Source that she can translate from the Divine Center to the physical realm. She can read people and articulate what they cannot put into words about themselves. This is her Divine Gift!”

– A.S. , age 19, – 2020

“While we connected with Susan for her parenting advice, I have found that her knowledge of life coaching and energy healing is beautifully entwined with the family counseling we have received. She has been a safe place for us to process our thoughts and a gift that words can't adequately describe. She is wise, unconditionally giving, and a calming voice in what can be a noisy world.”

– Kristina R. – 2020

“It has been a total honour for me to mentor you. You are a Shining Light in the darkness! It’s been wonderful to see you fly!”

– Susan’s mentor, Jaime Tanna of EnergyTherapy.biz – 2020

“Susan Cowan has been assisting my high functioning autistic 21 year old son for a few months now. I knew in our initial phone call that she understood autism spectrum and the challenges that exist. Her approach is gentle, supportive and flexible. Susan takes the time to get to know her client, find their learning style and offer suggestions for success. I also appreciate that she helps my son normalize autism and understand it is not a detriment to leading a full life. Since working with Susan, I have seen my son take more responsibility for his own well being and grow considerably. Having another adult coach, who is not the parent, is sometimes just what he needs! Anytime I meet a professional who understands my concerns, I get pretty excited! Susan is talented teacher and at the top of my favorites list!”

– Rebecca J. – 2020

“Often life is crazy, hard, hectic and quite frankly overwhelming for me.  Thanks to my life coaching and special friendship with Susan, things tend to be more EXCITING and ACHIEVABLE these days - rather than the latter. Susan’s teachings change my life in profound ways - Susan shows me how to create boundaries, and how to achieve direction, purpose, hope, renewed confidence, and spiritual understanding.   I am forever grateful for the insightful leadership.  The new tools that I use daily create an enlightened perspective. My family and friends notice my new sense of calm and peace everyday I have a long way to go, but I know nothing is stopping me from reaching for the stars!  Susan has taught me that!”

– Caroline M. – 2020

“Susan and I have been working together for the past three years. Our sessions are particularly helpful with regard to improving my spirituality, personal growth, happiness and harmony in my life. After a difficult divorce, I was somewhat lost, and Susan was instrumental in helping me through the most difficult time in my life. Currently, each session is molded to navigate and overcome my personal hurdles with a good plan that is developed to ensure my success. I don’t know what I would do without Susan in my life!”

– Renee J. – 2020

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Intuitive HEALING & REIKI

“Susan is a masterful Reiki healer. Even though the sessions are done remotely, I am absolutely amazed at their effectiveness. For one session in particular after an incredibly challenging work week, she was able to perform a session in a timely manner, and she helped me to get back on track. I woke up the next morning feeling refreshed, restored and aligned with my energy and my true self. No doubt that I will call on her again and again.”

– Laura, age 56, Charlotte, NC – 2021

“I was in a bit of a spiritual rut when Susan and I had our first session, but was immediately pulled upwards and felt more like myself after just saying hello to her! I spoke freely to her about ideas I feared many would consider a bit strange, at the least. Susan not only understood but spoke the same language! It was freeing to be understood in all matters astrological and numerical for once. Her findings for our second session were so spot on and in tune; after understanding me so well she was able to send me information and ideas with her reading that have me continuing research now. I had never thought of my spirit animal before, and it is now a highlight from her reading.”

– Travis R. – 2020

“I’ve been thinking daily about our meeting. It is so spot on for where I’m at in life... I feel really lucky to have your light and guidance. I’m trying to remind myself daily about the themes we noted in the reading, like joy and the recognition of your own personal truth. You have a gift and I’m so happy you took time to share it with me! I’m working daily to implement these things in my life... results really can happen overnight.”

– Olivia (age 21) – 2020

“I had no idea what to expect the day Susan and I were to meet for an intuitive reading. Having known Susan for many years, I trusted her, which allowed me to keep my mind open. My childhood was complicated, and abuse followed me into my early adult years, but with these difficulties were my angels. When Susan arrived, and we got comfortable, I told her that I'd always wanted to know more about these ethereal gifts in my life. It was then that she told me as she was leaving the house that morning, she had a strong feeling that she should go back in to find her angel cards to bring to our reading. Having those cards added such depth to my reading, and gave me such an understanding of the gifts of these angels. I often times fall back on my notes, and know my time with Susan was very valuable.”

– Carol R. – 2019

“These words describe how I felt about Susan during my sessions: Professional, Sympathetic, Powerful, Spiritual. I am so glad I was referred to her for all of these reasons. She has helped me so much with myself ...the past, present and future. I felt connected to her from the first time we spoke. I will continue to always reach out to her whenever I am in need. So easy going and relaxed during my time with her. Thank you so much for always being there and getting me through!”

– Debbie P. – 2020

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EDUCATIONAL EMPOWERMENT

“Susan Cowan was a great contact and resource for our family in helping us to interpret the results of Wechsler Intelligence Scale for our child. She is very approachable and a great listener. She wants each child to succeed to the best of their ability, taking their strengths, interests and personality into account when making suggestions or recommendations. She understands that there is so much more to education, beyond standardized test scores and a race to the finish line.”

– Arthur (parent) – 2018

“Susan is an absolute delight to work with! She is extremely knowledgeable, relatable, professional and has been instrumental in helping my teenage son. Susan has been working with my son over the past year to strengthen his executive functioning skills, organization skills, as well as to provide career guidance, and many other hands on skills. As parents there are certain things that we cannot get across to our son, Susan is a supportive outlet as he truly listens and respects her voice and guidance. I could not recommend her services enough. Susan has provided more than just educational skills and support; she’s cultivated a sense of empowerment and strength within my son and relief within our household.”

– Laura (parent) – 2020

“Susan Cowan is like a little charm that I keep in my pocket to pull out and ask a question when I need to refocus."

– Mackenzie (student age 8) – 2009

“We started out having Susan tutor our older son in 2013, and she officially helped him with writing, but also helped us him with his executive function skills and to address his previously undiagnosed ADHD-Inattentive Type. She has truly been a God-send working with our younger son now, who, in addition to ADHD and Autism spectrum, also has a lot of anxiety. The younger, in addition to struggling with writing assignments, just has trouble starting his work, especially any big project. More about her with the younger in a bit. Knowing they have a weekly standing session with Susan has helped both boys more confidently answer teachers with questions about specific assignments.  Once they say, “I will work on it this week with my tutor,” there is reduced pressure on them and they have been better able to get through the rest of the school day.  Susan has also helped my husband and I better communicate with and support our unique children.  She also reassures us that they boys will eventually grow up and be able to care for themselves. :-)

During the pandemic, Susan’s support has been especially critical for our younger son, who is now a junior in high school.  Even throughout the summer, we kept their regular sessions going for a routine and someone to talk to other than his parents.  This summer, even my son told me, “she does more than just tutoring me for writing and other school stuff…she is more of a life-tutor.”  She really encourages him and helps him stay positive even while figuring out himself.  He is more comfortable telling her what is really going on in his head than with his psychiatrist or therapist, and he gets more benefit from the relationship, too.  Susan can also suggest things that I have been telling him for years, and suddenly it’s a brilliant idea that he’s never thought of before.  If I know that he has an assignment to finish that I don’t have time to help him with, I can let her know, and she’ll ask him how it’s going.  It is so helpful to have that partnership. Susan has a broad-base of knowledge, is kind, caring, calm and supportive, and really knows how to get the best out of someone.  Whatever personal or academic support you or your family need, she is someone you and your kids should welcome in to your team.”

– Tracy (parent) – 2018

"I reached out to Susan when I knew our son needed help - beyond what I could offer - concentrating on and finding meaning in his school work. He would start each school year well, but by the second month things would unravel. He's a smart, curious boy. What we didn't know, and what Susan was able to rapidly identify, is that he is a visual learner. She shared her thoughts with him on this and after she did, it was like a weight was lifted from his shoulders. Here was someone who not only understood exactly how his brain works, but was giving him support and validation for how he perceives and processes information. He's a different learner now. He's using all the tips and tricks Susan has shared and he is eager to share new knowledge with me and his dad. He is concentrating so much better and his grades have improved. We are so thankful for Susan and all the amazing work she has done to help our boy understand himself and grow."

– Allyson (parent) – 2020

“I just wanted to give a huge thanks to you for helping me with the SAT practice. My reading score went from 530 to 580! My math score went from 460 to 490!. I wanted a math score of 500, but I feel good about what I got. I also just found out I got into one of my top schools. This was one of the schools I needed to raise my scores for. Thank you so much for all your help!"

– John (High School Senior) – 2013

“Susan Cowan has been a formidable leader in outside-the-box learning for my son. With her constant encouragement he was able to excel well beyond grade level in math and establish a strong foundation for the next grade level. It gives me a lot of courage as a homeschooling mom to know she is there to assist my son and myself in our homeschooling journey."

– Beth (parent) & Ethan (student) – 2011

“Susan Cowan has been a very positive influence on our family! Our son has had trouble getting his schoolwork done since first grade. We finally got a diagnosis of AD/HD and found Susan in his freshman year of high school and she has made our lives so much better. We were able to stop the nagging and fighting at home. Susan dealt with him in a professional manner and he responded to that. She has helped us through several crises with kindness, understanding, and a bucketful resources and suggestions. She has always been there for us. Thank you Susan from our entire family!"

– Kathy (parent) – 2012

“Susan gave me creative, practical strategies for use with my special needs child at home. In addition, she was an amazing advocate for my child and I at school. Not only did she visit his classroom and give strategies to his teachers to implement, she accompanied me and supported me at 504 meetings. I'd highly recommend Susan to any parent or child with a special need!"

– Cindy (parent) – 2009

“Not every kid puts the brakes on in the same way. Susan is great at working with different learning styles and making people feel good about themselves. Susan does a wonderful job keeping her clients focused during sessions and teaching them to maintain focus on their own. She's a great coach. I recommend her to any family who wants to get back on track.”

– Carol (parent) – 2008

“Our family has been fortunate to have Susan working with us as an ADHD Coach for our son. Her perspectives, knowledge and interpersonal characteristics have been most helpful to us all. Her versatility in supporting our son in his studies at school, learning life long strategies, being an effective member of his education team and guide to parents of children with ADHD combined, gives her clients a person for aid on all fronts."

– Patty (parent) – 2010

“Upon recommendation of a friend, we consulted with Susan for help when our daughter was initially diagnosed with ADHD and having a difficult time at school. Susan was instrumental in helping guide our family through a challenging time, and putting together processes to help our daughter. Through Susan's consultations, I have learned so much more about how my daughter's brain works and the way that she thinks and approaches situations. My daughter has also learned from Susan valuable strategies to implement both at home and school.

Susan is often seen at school plays or performances which is a testament to how supportive she is of her clients. Susan's consultations have also helped our family function better as a whole, and have taught me how to be a better advocate for my children.” 

– Mary (parent) – 2012

“Susan is a joy to work with. She is very knowledge in her field and is creative in her ideas and the implementation of them.” 

– Pipere (parent) – 2009

“Susan has been working with my daughter for the last two years and has made a huge impact on our lives. She has helped to boost my daughter's self confidence in learning and her learning style. She is remarkable in how she connects to her students on an individual level and customizes their learning experience for their own personal strengths and weaknesses. I don't know how we would have survived middle school without her!”

– Sarah (parent) – 2009

“Susan is very knowledgeable and was able to make a fast connection with my sons. They looked forward to working with her on a weekly basis and she helped them to become more organized and improve their grades in school. She was also helpful to me as a parent, educating me on some of the differences in an "ADHD brain!" She is highly recommended!!”

– Cynthia, OT/L, CHT (parent) – 2010

“Susan has a way with kids, much patience, and most importantly, respect for each child and their individual learning style. She's great with parents, too! She has really helped my son with organization and is currently helping him find ways to be a better student. By this I mean, she is helping discover who he is as a learner and how he can use his strengths and minimize his weaknesses in often distracting environments. I not only recommend Susan, I believe in her ability to help kids feel good about themselves!”

– Joyce (parent) – 2010

“Insightful solutions for growth and change” aptly describes Susan's Coaching business. Susan’s insights are clear, sharp and accurate. She will size up a situation with your child (or you) quickly, and she will do it with your child barely knowing that she’s doing more than having idle conversation.

Susan's genuine warmth and true compassion are extremely rare in our world. To work with Susan is to be all you can be. She motivates her clients while making them laugh, and brings out the very best in them. As a colleague of hers, I can confidently and unequivocally say she brings out my best. Susan makes my world better on a regular basis. Thank you, Susan, for all of your energy and inspiration.”

– Carol (parent) – 2010