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Coaching for professionals navigating their next level.

I help leaders make sense of new responsibility, visibility, and expectations so they can operate with clarity and steadiness.

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When your role changes, the way you work has to change too.

Stepping into a new level of responsibility often comes with more visibility, more ambiguity, and higher stakes — without much guidance on how to recalibrate. What used to feel straightforward can suddenly feel loaded, slow, or harder than it should.

This work is about making sense of what actually changed, untangling unnecessary pressure, and finding a more reliable way to operate.

Hi, I’m Austėja

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I’m a coach and systems-minded thinker with a background in consulting and coaching, drawn to complexity and known for strong pattern recognition — noticing where expectations are implicit, responsibility has quietly expanded, and friction is being misattributed to the person instead of the context.

I work without formulas or performance scripts. I listen carefully, ask precise questions, and help surface what actually matters, bringing steadiness, curiosity, and respect for your intelligence into conversations where clarity and judgment matter most.

More About Me

As roles expand and expectations shift, many capable professionals find themselves carrying more pressure, second-guessing decisions, or expending far more energy than before.

This work helps you recalibrate how you operate at this level. When clarity replaces self-censorship and unnecessary pressure is stripped away, you’ll notice:

  • Greater clarity around priorities, decisions, and next steps

  • Less mental drag in communication, meetings, and leadership moments

  • A steadier internal footing when stakes are high or expectations are unclear

  • Forward momentum that comes from alignment, not force

  • Increased confidence grounded in judgment, not reassurance

You’re in the right place if:

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  • and you’re ready to break free from imposter syndrome, self-censorship, or negative self-talk—especially if you crave emotional stability in a high-pressure or neurotypical world.

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  • and want to show up powerfully, tackle difficult conversations, and lead authentically.

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  • to help you turn “functional freeze” into forward momentum, trust your own perspective, and align your inner vision with tangible, real-world success.

Where to Begin

Book a discovery call

A short, focused conversation to see if this work is the right fit for you.

We’ll look at what’s changed, where things feel heavier or less clear than before, and whether coaching support would be useful right now. No preparation required — just bring what’s present.

If it’s a fit, we’ll talk next steps. If not, you’ll still leave with more clarity than you came in with.

Let's take the first step together.

Client Feedback

“As a client who experiences trust issues, I can relax into Austeja's empathetic coaching style. Her cheerleading ability allows me to tap into my creative self with ease. I feel connected and plugged in while working with Austėja which inevitably leads me on a journey of self-discovery.”

-CP

"I always look forward to working with Austėja as my coach. She has a way of unveiling different aspects about my situation that I haven’t thought about or seen before. Her ability to listen intently and reflect what I say is a powerful tool she naturally possesses. I’m fortunate to have found Austėja to coach me through thick and thin!"

-JA

FAQs

  • If you’re ready to do the work needed and see positive change in your life, coaching can be a great modality to utilize. It’s not the only modality and it might not be for everyone. Yet if you consider yourself pretty self-aware, are noticing a gap between where you are and where you want to be, and resonate with the content you’ve seen so far - you’re likely a good fit.

    Schedule an intro session and let’s explore if it is right for you!

  • I started my ICF accredited coaching training in 2022 yet I feel like I’ve unknowingly been coaching others since I was 16. I trust the transformative power this modality holds and weave in all of my experience including a degree in Art and Design, work in Web Development and Marketing agencies, startup environments, freelance work supporting online entrepreneurs, spiritual and energetic explorations, as well as the numerous books read, courses taken and webinars attended. I live and breathe this work. I don’t see me stopping anytime soon.

  • I understand that everyone's coaching needs are unique, and that's why the pricing varies. The services will match your specific goals and requirements.

    My approach is to start with a conversation. I offer a free initial consultation to better understand your needs and discuss the coaching options available. This allows me to provide you with a personalized quote that aligns with your objectives.

    My goal is to ensure you receive the support and guidance you need to thrive on your journey.

  • Results are a formula of:

    READINESS + FOCUS + EXPANSION

    I can support the focus and the expansion through our conversations, perspectives, and resource materials.

    You lead the readiness.

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