Overcome feeling disempowered and scattered in times of transition. Reconnect with your inner self and feel empowered for your next chapter.
Embrace change and grow with your transformation.
A Transition Coach can help you navigate challenging life transitions, and find the silver lining. Your feelings of uncertainty will lead to breakthroughs.
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Does this sound like you?
- You’re undergoing a significant life transition, and you’re feeling lost
- Now that you’re in your next chapter, you feel disconnected from your purpose, and feel a lack of passion or meaning in your life
- You are ready for the next step, but you’re just not sure what the direction is
- You feel overwhelmed with changes in your life, and you need some clarity
Hi, I'm Deb. And I've been there!
Almost 10 years ago, I struggled with big life transitions. I left my teaching career, a job that I was passionate about and had dedicated the last 25 years building. I experienced a sense of loss of purpose as my children moved out, and shortly after, we downsized and moved away from the only community I had known as an adult. In that community, I had built close, supportive friendships and cultivated meaningful connections.
In an instant, it felt like I had let go of everything that had given my life purpose and meaning, especially in my role as a mother. I found myself adrift, overwhelmed by confusion and a lack of control. My tears flowed freely, and I felt lost, unsure of where to turn.
That's when I discovered coaching. Through being coached, I gained clarity and rediscovered myself. I uncovered my passion for guiding others on their journeys and igniting purpose in their lives. It was a skill I had honed over three decades as a teacher and mother, and now I could offer it to my clients.
My life rediscovered meaning and purpose, completely aligned with my values.
I am wholeheartedly dedicated to empowering women navigating life’s uncertainties and transitions successfully. I guide them towards self-exploration, inner alignment and purposeful fulfillment.
Deborah Jestin, Transition Coach
PCC, ATPC, M. Ed
As a professional coach drawing on three decades as an educator and community leader, my goal is to inspire you to address the challenges that are standing in the way of becoming the best that you can be.
With coaching, you can get a clearer understanding of what you want out of life and a new perspective on the strategies that will help you get there. The energy created from this self discovery process also can be a powerful force helping you to move towards your life’s goals. My focus and background is particularly suited to people in transition in their career, in their family lives and in their retirement.
Trusted by over 159 clients worldwide 
“Deb is one of the warmest and empathetic person I have ever met. I am happy to have met her, her words resonated with me. She helped me through some tough situation and she helped me to be accountable. She made notes of my goals and followed up with each and every one. I am delighted to say with her help I was able to accomplish my short term goals, and currently pursuing my long term goals. She has the nicest response to challenges and humor always comes with it.”
Lamarch
“Deb is a fantastic coach who brings passion and years of teaching to each session. She is empathetic, positive and creative. Highly recommend!”
Thomas
“What an inspiration - she makes me want to get up in the morning and get a move on to embrace the best of my life! Thank you for giving me direction and a foundation. During these dark, negative Covid days, Rise and Shine Life Coaching is just what I needed!”
Pamela
“Thank You Deb for sharing your wealth of knowledge, insight, lived experiences, and most of all, your warm and compassionate manner of offering positive suggestions to others!
Andrea
I love receiving new podcasts, apps, Ted talks, and book ideas! During the pandemic, it has been impossible to connect with our close friends and family but the time can be used productively in other ways...your library of resources is excellent!”
“Definitely would recommend Rise and Shine Coaching. So easy to connect with Deb's warm personality as she guides you through key questions. The discussions are engaging and her activities are creative. I've also participated in a few of her workshops already which were quite insightful.”
Sam
“Deb is very skilled at what she does. She helped me create lasting habit changes, recognizing my own strengths and values. She is personable, relatable and easy to talk to. Working with Deb has improved my well being and deepened my understanding of self and the importance of self reflection, while celebrating the small steps towards a bigger goal. I would highly recommend her!”
Kendra
Frequently asked questions
What is coaching?
The International Coach Federation defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential, which is particularly important in today’s uncertain and complex environment. Coaches honour the client as the expert in his or her life and work and believe every client is creative, resourceful and whole.
Standing on this foundation, the coach’s responsibility is to:
• Discover, clarify, and align with what the client wants to achieve
• Encourage client self-discovery
• Elicit client-generated solutions and strategies
• Hold the client responsible and accountable (International Coach Federation)
Why do I need a life coach?
Most people strive to reach their full potential and to be on the best journey they can be on in their life whether in your career or in your personal life. Life coaching helps you move your life forward!
Through a relationship with a skilled life coach you generate insight, identify blocks and perspective about yourself! All the while, you have the support and expertise of a coach who holds you accountable from one meeting to the next.
Be more decisive! Take action! Create a vision! And make a focused plan on how to get there! That’s how a coach can help you!
How many sessions do I need?
It is recommended to have a minimum of 3 to 6 sessions.
What kind of issues can a coach help with?
Almost anything you are stuck with! A decision you need to make, a change you want to happen, a transition you are going through, and everything in between!
More client success stories
“Deb is fantastic! Naturally driven, enthusiastic and an energy that is contagious. Her lectures are well constructed and full of great reminders, tips and suggestions. Loved it!”
Jenn
“I found Deborah and Rise and Shine Life Coaching online and I am so thrilled that I did. Although I did not know much about coaching and its benefits, I decided to jump in after connecting with Deborah. She made my journey a remarkable one. Deborah is very professional, friendly and nurturing. I am not one who typically feels comfortable in one-on-one sessions, however, Deborah immediately helped me feel at ease. Through our sessions and with Deborah's guidance I learned to articulate my key career and life priorities and to develop a specific and digestible action plan to move forward with. She also helped me stay honest to myself - ensuring that with each session we ended by clearly laying out steps for me to take away and work on. I thoroughly enjoyed working with Deborah and learned a lot about myself in the process. For me coaching is something I will continue to come back as I find it extremely beneficial to my development as a person. I highly recommend Deborah and Rise and Shine Life Coaching for anyone who wants to unlock their potential -- in all areas of life.”
Tracy
“Thank You Deb for sharing your wealth of knowledge, insight, lived experiences, and most of all, your warm and compassionate manner of offering positive suggestions to others!
Andrea
I love receiving new podcasts, apps, Ted talks, and book ideas! During the pandemic, it has been impossible to connect with our close friends and family but the time can be used productively in other ways...your library of resources is excellent!”
“Deborah provided a space where I could think.. Deborah's warm disposition and ability to hold space is amazing. She asks very good questions that allow for someone to really ponder on the core issues at hand. Through working with Deborah, I was able to let go of some fear that was holding me back and realized I took too much on at one time and needed to settle into my new life. Deborah provided excellent coaching. I would highly recommend anyone who in some type of transition to work with her as she can help you figure out what is best for you. She is encouraging, inspiring, empowering.”
Phillip
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