What I Do
I inspire people to understand why they lose their footing around certain people—and how to recalibrate.
Certain people have a way of pulling us off center.
It might be a manager, colleague, client, friend, partner, family member, or someone whose opinion carries weight.
The issue isn't a lack of intelligence, competence, or confidence.
Yet around certain people, we don't show up as ourselves.
What Happens
You may find yourself:
• holding back
• over-explaining
• proving yourself
• delaying responses
• replaying conversations
• people-pleasing
• becoming defensive
• withdrawing
• feeling overwhelmed
• second-guessing yourself
Over time, your attention shifts away from what you think, notice, and want to contribute.
Instead, it becomes focused on managing the interaction.
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Barbara L. Ciccarelli
Coach | Academic | Author | Speaker
PhD Identity, Trauma and Life Writing
The Result
You lose touch with your own perspective, judgment, and direction.
You leave conversations feeling unsettled, frustrated, or unlike yourself.
Later, you notice the effort it took to stay steady.
The Goal
Stay grounded in your own experience.
Participate honestly without needing to prove yourself.
Remain connected to others without losing yourself.
Respond from your own perspective, judgment, and direction.
Because the goal isn't to win the interaction.
It's to keep your footing.
Complimentary Discovery Call below.
If you recognize yourself in this —
and you’re not sure what the next step looks like —
I begin with a focused conversation.
This is not a sales call.
It’s a structured, 30-minute discovery session
designed to:
• Understand what feels off
• Identify the loss of footing
• Clarify whether coaching would be useful for you
You don’t need to prepare anything.
You don’t need to have the right words.
You only need a willingness to look honestly at what’s happening.
If the work feels aligned, we’ll discuss next steps.
If it doesn’t,
you’ll leave with greater clarity
than you arrived with.
Signature Intensive Course:
Standing Your Ground Method
A self-leadership course for navigating subtle authority shifts.
Complimentary:
No Mess
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Relationship
Wheel
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See where you stand — map your strengths and blind spots in relationships.
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Why Me As Your Coach/Consultant?
BOOKING & PRICES
What It’s Like to Work With Me
Let’s talk. Whether you’re ready to dive in or just explore. ***I'm offering 3 free discovery calls this month,***
and a free discovery call is a great place to start.
No pressure. No judgment. Just honest, kind, focused conversations built on questions. Don't worry you'll
find your own answers when you are ready, with my guidance.
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I’m here to reflect what you can’t always see, and support you as you move forward—on your own terms.
Ready to Take the First Step? Whether you just want the discovery call or are already considering a 1 to 1 program, you are in the right place.
Just book or contact me https://www.drbarbaralciccarelli.com/contact
MY STORY
30+ Years of Expertise
Dr. Barbara L. Ciccarelli Coaching is dedicated to helping people understand why they lose their footing around certain people—and how to recalibrate. As a Life Coach specializing in Self-Authority, I focus on setting goals that lead to transformative changes. My online platform makes scheduling appointments quick and easy, ensuring you have the support you need to thrive in all areas of your life.