About Lyssa deHart

MCC | LICSW | BCC | EMCC
Author. Coach Educator. Confidence Catalyst. Podcast Host.

You have a story to live and I’m here to help you live it fully.

Hey there, I’m Lyssa.
I didn’t start out as a Master Certified Coach or a coaching educator. I began with a thriving therapy practice, helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life’s messiest, most meaningful changes. But over time, I realized I wanted more than helping people “function.” I wanted to help people flourish.

In 2013, I found myself burned out and decided to rewrite the story of my life. I made a plot twist in my own story, shifting from therapist to coach, and never looking back.

Coaching that sparks insight, disrupts limitations, and builds confidence.

Since becoming a coach, I’ve logged over 7,500 hours (on top of 20,000+ therapy hours), worked with leaders in Fortune 500 companies, trained over 10,000 coaches globally, and created a coaching academy with programs that transform how people show up—for themselves and others.

I believe in the radical power of curiosity. When you bring deep listening, metaphor, and neuroscience together, you create more than conversations. You create transformation.

Whether you’re a new coach preparing for the ICF exam, a seasoned professional reaching for MCC, or a leader learning to coach your team, you’ll find the support, strategy, and spark you need right here.

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What I Offer:

• Mentor Coaching & Coaching SUPERVision
  Individual and group mentorship that meets ICF requirements and deepens your confidence.

• ICF Credentialing Exam PREP (ACC, PCC, MCC)
  With over 7,500 coaches supported, my programs in the Credentialing Lab, ACC Exam Prep, PCC/MCC Prep, prepare you to succeed.

• The Power of Coaching with Metaphors Certification
  Learn to partner with client metaphors to create insight and momentum.

• MCC Incubator
  Advanced development for coaches ready to embody mastery and expand their impact.

• Leader-as-Coach & Therapist-to-Coach Programs
  Support for professionals making the leap to coaching with integrity and expertise.

• Monthly Free Q&A Sessions & Live Coaching Demos
  My treat—because coaches grow best in community.

The Work Behind the Work

I’m the author of StoryJacking, The Reflective Coach, and Light Up: The Science of Coaching with Metaphors. I host the Coaching Studio Podcast where I sit down with leading voices in coaching, psychology, and human development.

My style blends clinical insight, coaching mastery, and a science-backed approach to transformation. I integrate metaphor, mindset, and meaning-making to help people rewrite the internal narratives that shape their lives and leadership.

Why People Choose to Work With Me

This isn’t just about credentials—it’s about what they make possible for you.

• Seasoned Perspective
  With decades of experience, first as a clinical social worker and now as a transformational coach, I bring a deep understanding of human development to every conversation. My experience informs my curiosity and leads to deeper insights for you.

• Mastery in Action
  As an MCC, ICF PCC Assessor, and Mentor Coach, I support coaches in building real-world skills, not just checking boxes. I’ve walked the path, and I help you walk it with clarity and confidence.

• Tools That Work
  My background is a neuroscience-informed, metaphor-driven approach that has helped coaches and leaders unlock insight and drive change that sticks.

• A Broad Lens
  From working with the U.S. Air Force, industry giants in Tech, Insurance, and Health Care, as well as small to mid-sized entreprenurial organizations, I bring cross-industry experience that sharpens both strategy and empathy.

• Trusted Voice
  Through books, podcast episodes, and YouTube coaching demos, I share what works—so others can grow, learn, and lead with more confidence.

Ready to Craft a Story Worth Living?

This is your adventure. You’re the hero. My role? To partner with you as you develop confidence, clarity, and creative tools to live and lead with purpose. Let’s lace up your creative boots, pack your fundamental truths, and head into uncharted territory—together.

Book a Discovery Call to explore your next chapter.