YOUR COACH
MaryBeth Koenes is a Life Coach based in Fort Worth, TX. She focuses on the development of emotional intelligence and soulwork as a coach, author, and speaker. Concentrating mostly on self-discovery and human connection (body, mind, soul), her personal experience with domestic abuse, C-PTSD, divorce, mental illness, addiction, suicide, and grief are the avenues that began her work in healing.
From what MaryBeth has seen and experienced, she believes how we connect to others will be the single greatest predictor of success in every facet of life. Through practical integration (after all, change doesn’t happen with knowing, it happens with processing the subconscious drivers and consciously integrating new habits), MaryBeth will call you to dig deep into the crevices of your soul and start consciously connecting with yourself, your people, and the world around you, giving you the tools you need to achieve your goals along the way.
BA In Psychology with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education
Certified Life Coach from Life Coach Training Center
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Polyvagal Theory, by Dr. Stephen Porges, explains how the autonomic nervous system affects emotions and behavior, focusing on the vagus nerve. The theory identifies three states:
Safe and Social (Ventral Vagal): Calm, connected, relaxed body, steady heart rate; allows social engagement and emotional expression.
Fight or Flight (Sympathetic Nervous System): Heightened alertness in perceived danger; increased heart rate, rapid breathing, and enhanced senses for confronting or escaping threats.
Shutdown or Freeze (Dorsal Vagal): In extreme helplessness, the body shuts down, leading to numbness, dissociation, or collapse to protect from stress.
Understanding these states clarifies how trauma and stress impact emotional regulation and relationships, aiding in better emotion management and mental well-being.
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Sub-modalities are specific distinctions within sensory modalities—visual, auditory, kinesthetic, olfactory, and gustatory. For instance, visual sub-modalities include brightness, color, size, and distance, while auditory ones might include volume, pitch, tone, and tempo. Understanding these sub-modalities is crucial in psychology and coaching, as they reveal how individuals process experiences. Manipulating them can influence emotional responses and improve personal development strategies.
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Guided imagery therapy uses mental imagery for relaxation and emotional healing. In sessions, individuals visualize calming images, to reduce stress, manage pain, and improve well-being. This technique engages the imagination to explore emotional challenges, enhance coping skills, and promote empowerment.
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IMAGO therapy is a form of relationship counseling that focuses on improving communication and understanding between partners. Developed by Dr. Harville Hendrix and Dr. Helen LaKelly Hunt, it is based on the idea that individuals are drawn to partners who reflect unresolved issues from their childhood. The therapy emphasizes the importance of empathy and connection, encouraging partners to engage in structured dialogues that promote active listening and validation of each other's feelings.
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Integrated nutrition coaching combines personalized guidance to help individuals reach their goals with a holistic nutrition approach. It emphasizes the connection between dietary habits and health, promoting balanced nutrition for physical and mental well-being. This method encourages sustainable lifestyle changes, including healthy eating patterns and mindful practices, with customized meal plans. By addressing mindset and nutrition together, integrated coaching fosters long-term success and improves overall quality of life.
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Positive psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the study of positive aspects of human life, such as happiness, well-being, and fulfillment. It emphasizes understanding what makes life worth living and seeks to enhance individual strengths and virtues. By examining factors like gratitude, resilience, and hope, positive psychology aims to promote mental health and encourage personal growth. This approach contrasts with traditional psychology, which often concentrates on pathology and dysfunction, providing a more balanced view of human experience.
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Solution-Based Processing coaching helps individuals set goals and create actionable plans. It focuses on strengths and resources instead of problems, encouraging clients to find realistic solutions. Through guided conversations, coaches aid self-discovery, enabling clients to visualize outcomes and determine necessary steps. This method fosters a positive mindset, resilience, and empowerment for lasting change.
MaryBeth’s Techniques
More from MBK
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SHADOW DANCE/BOOK
A forgotten soul.
A hidden wild within.
A rewritten legacy of freedom after intercepting the dark.
Welcome to
SHADOW DANCE
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REAL TALK/PODCAST
Real Talk with MBK is designed to raise emotional and relational consciousness. So if you’re ready to awaken your mind and ignite a more creative approach to your life, you’re in the right place!
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FUCKERY NOTEBOOK SERIES
The Fuckery Notebook series is designed to celebrate the human experience and give you a quiet, personal space to be honest, raw, and creative. Draw, write, create! These blank pages are just for you.