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Planting a Tree

Madrona Holistic Coaching

Evidence-Based Mental Health Coaching for English-Speaking Expats in APAC
About

Madrona Holistic Coaching

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Founded by Dr. Jesse Sessoms

My coaching integrates evidence-based methods from my qualifications in:

  • Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety

  • Positive Psychology

  • Mindful Self-Compassion

  • Ph.D., Educational Leadership

  • Doctoral Minor, Counseling Psychology

  • ICF Master Certified Life Coach

  • 20 years experience in Asia

My Approach

  • Psychology-informed mental health coaching that honors mind, body, and spirit

  • Creates a supportive space for establishing strong foundations while reaching toward growth

What Makes Me Different

  • Bridging the gap between traditional therapy and traditional life coaching

  • Combining academic expertise with practical coaching techniques

  • Serving English-speaking adults throughout the APAC region

Holistic Mental Health Coaching for
English-Speaking Adults in Asia

For English-speaking adults and expats across the APAC region, we provide psychology-informed holistic coaching that builds emotional resilience and creates meaningful change. Our unique approach helps you navigate life's challenges with confidence and clarity.

Services

What We Do
"While not therapy, our approach offers professional support informed by deep psychological expertise."

Life presents challenges that require both immediate support and long-term vision. Our psychology-informed coaching addresses where you are now while helping you create the future you want.

We may work together on:

  • Navigating difficult emotions like stress, burnout, anxiety, fear, sadness, or diminished self-worth with practical, evidence-based tools that bring real relief

  • Developing effective coping strategies that restore emotional balance and create sustainable well-being

  • Cultivating self-leadership skills and clarifying the life vision that truly inspires you

  • Uncovering what matters most to you and identifying your core values

  • Co-creating actionable strategies aligned with your authentic aspirations

  • The sessions are always tailored to your own unique needs
     

This integrated approach ensures you're not simply managing difficulties or just dreaming about the future. You're actively building emotional resilience while designing a meaningful, purposeful life that reflects who you truly are.RetryClaude can make mistakes. Please double-check responses.
 

  • PRICING. For transparent information on our Pricing, please visit the "Book a Session" page, and scroll down.

Real People, Real Stories

"Working with Jesse was an incredibly profound experience. After six sessions, I found myself firmly on the recovery highway, regaining a sense of direction and wholeness. Jesse’s coaching was a pleasure and a true gift that I will carry forward with deep gratitude."
                                                                             - Sylvie D.

MISSION
To bridge the gap between traditional therapy and life coaching, supporting and empowering English-speaking adults across the APAC region through psychology-informed holistic coaching that honors mind, body, and spirit.
VISION
To serve clients to cultivate deep roots of resilience while reaching toward their highest potential, just as the madrona tree thrives through adaptability and strength despite challenging conditions.

  •  Madrona Holistic Coaching strictly adheres to the International Coaching Federation Code of Ethics.

  • All coaching relationships maintain ICF standards for confidentiality, professional conduct, and ethical practice. 
    ICF Code of Ethics 2025

© 2025 Madrona Holistic Coaching

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