Your Questions, Answered

  • Yes. Many people seek coaching because they feel worn down, disconnected, or stuck long before things fall apart. You do not need to be in crisis to benefit from this work. If you’re noticing chronic stress, exhaustion, or a sense that something needs to change, that’s enough.

  • That’s okay. You don’t need to have the right words or a clear plan. Part of this work is building awareness and clarity together. A consultation can help determine whether this approach is a good fit for you. Reach out whenever you’re ready.

  • This work is especially supportive for healthcare professionals and high-achieving caregivers who feel chronically stressed, emotionally exhausted, or disconnected from themselves. Many clients are people who are outwardly capable but inwardly depleted.

  • No. This is coaching and holistic nursing support. I do not diagnose mental health conditions, process traumatic memories, or provide psychotherapy.

    Coaching focuses on present-moment awareness, nervous system regulation, identity-level change, and practical skills that support sustainable wellbeing.

  • Yes. Many clients find coaching complements therapy well. Coaching and therapy serve different roles, and they can work alongside each other. If clinical support is needed, I encourage collaboration with licensed providers.

  • We focus on nervous system awareness, regulation skills, and present-moment support. You are never asked to relive or re-experience traumatic events. If deeper trauma treatment appears necessary, we will discuss appropriate referrals to licensed professionals.

  • Sessions are conversational, reflective, and practical. We may explore stress patterns, nervous system responses, boundaries, values, and tools you can use in daily life. Sessions are paced and collaborative, with an emphasis on safety and capacity rather than pushing insight.

  • No. You are always in control of what you share. This work does not require retelling or reliving past events. We work with what is present and relevant for you now.

  • The work is designed to be grounding and supportive. We focus on building capacity rather than overwhelming your system. Emotional awareness may arise, but nothing is forced or rushed.

  • No. Somatic practices are optional and always adapted to your comfort and capacity. Nothing is required.

  • Breathwork is gentle and grounding, designed to support nervous system regulation rather than intensity or catharsis. The goal is safety and steadiness, not emotional release.

  • Practices are adaptive and non-performative. We work with awareness and choice, not pushing the body. Physical comfort and safety are always prioritized.

  • That depends on your goals and needs. Some clients work short-term to stabilize and reset. Others continue longer to support deeper integration and change. We revisit this together as needed.

  • Yes. Coaching sessions are confidential within ethical and legal limits. Group programs include confidentiality agreements to support a safe and respectful environment for everyone.

  • This work is collaborative and client-led. I do not prescribe solutions or override your choices. If you’re looking for directives, fixing, or someone to push you through change, this may not be the right fit.

  • There is no right or wrong way to do this work. The focus is awareness, honesty, and self-trust, not performance. You are not here to be evaluated.

  • You can begin by booking a consultation to explore whether this approach feels supportive for you. There is no pressure to commit. The goal is to help you decide what feels right.

  • If you’re unsure whether this work is a good fit, a consultation can help you decide without pressure. You don’t need to have it all figured out to begin.

The Trauma-Informed Collective, LLC

Cherish Morris, MAS, BSN, RN, CA-SANE
Founder

hello@thetraumainformedcollective.org
(817) 213-6732