Alix Miller, Certified Life Coach in Richmond, VA

Biography

Trained at the Coaches Training Institute, awarded a CPCC (Certified Professional Co-Active Coach)
Additional training in Organization and Relationship Systems Coaching from the Center for Right Relationship
Earned an ACC (Associate Certified Coach) from the International Coach Federation (ICF)
Bachelor’s degree in psychology and education from Hollins University
Master’s degree in education from the University of Richmond
Member of the International Coach Federation (ICF) and the ICF Greater Richmond Chapter

I came to coaching after enjoying a 27-year career in education. Starting out as an elementary teacher, my career path later led me to the Virginia Department of Education. In 1993 I started a small consulting business, training teachers, parents, and librarians about assessments in early literacy and how to select quality books for preschoolers and young readers.

In 2000, I published a book through Portage and Main Press titled, Book Steps: Leveled Trade Books for Guided Reading, Independent Reading, and Authentic Assessment. With this as a resource, in 2002 I began working one-on-one with teachers, setting up classroom libraries to help them meet specific goals with their students in mind. Thus the seeds had been planted for my work as a coach. In 2004 I launched Avancer Coaching and with it, an exciting second career.

Because learning and professional preparation are two things that I value highly, I’ve worked hard to become an effective, certified life coach. (You can see a list of my credentials on the right.) The coaching I do with clients is also informed by my experience in the business world and within my family.