Hi, I'm Dr. Marilyn Yaquinto (Yah-kwin-toh). Yes, a tough last name to pronounce. So, let's go with Coach Marilyn! A former college professor and now certified life coach, I've spent a lifetime moving on. For jobs, schooling, relationships, and sometimes just because! And moving on didn't always mean going forward. Through lived experience, and a lot of trial and error, I began to grasp who I was and where I belonged. Along the way, I turned to many a mentor, therapist and life coach for help. Each type of professional provided support for a key aspect of my life. Although lingering traumas often required careful therapy, I benefitted most from coaching. I came to greatly appreciate its focus on helping me see the forest and the trees instead of just being lost in the woods! ​​To find out more about my meandering path and zigzagging narrative, read the Personal Journey series of blogs on this site. You may recognize one of my crossroads as your own.  Whether you're just starting out (like my former students), changing course mid-stream (like my own 30-something and 40-something career changes), or looking forward to rediscovery as a recent retiree (tried that too!), I'm here to help. I will meet you wherever you are on your life journey. Check out my personalized services, with tailored workshops and targeted courses coming soon. Discover what service will work best for you.