Unexpected Butterflies Life Coaching
Special Needs Families
Trust and Creditability
At Unexpected Butterflies Life Coaching I
believe that trust is the cornerstone of meaningful relationships, whether with
individuals, families, or communities. I am committed to maintaining the highest
standards of integrity, transparency, and professionalism in everything we do.
My approach is built on the belief that every person deserves to feel heard,
understood, and supported as they work toward their goals.
For more information on our services or to
schedule a consultation, please contact me at:
Together, let’s create a world where everyone
thrives—one step at a time.
CLASS ONE
Foundations of Time Mastery
Challenges Addressed:
Difficulty with time management, managing daily tasks.
Activities/Techniques:
Introduction to visual schedules, simple time-blocking tools, visual prioritization charts, and basic time tracking with alarms or reminders.
Outcome:
A personalized, clear, and simple time management system designed to reduce stress and confusion.
Description:
Just like the caterpillar's journey toward becoming a butterfly, this class helps you take small, clear steps to build a structured approach to managing time. This phase of growth will give you the tools you need to move forward with greater ease and confidence.
CLASS TWO
Daily Dynamics
Challenges Addressed:
Trouble with daily routine consistency, getting overwhelmed by day-to-day tasks.
Activities/Techniques:
Use of visual daily planners, picture-based schedules, step-by-step task breakdowns, and regular reminder tools.
Outcome:
Increased independence and confidence in completing daily tasks.
Description:
Think of this class as the next stage in your butterfly cycle, where you develop the consistency and structure needed to navigate your daily routine with confidence. Each step is a small wingbeat toward independence and smoother daily flow.
CLASS THREE
Developing Self-Worth
Challenges Addressed:
Low self-esteem, difficulties with self-affirmation and recognizing personal value.
Activities/Techniques:
Positive affirmation exercises with visual cue cards, simple achievement tracking using stickers or drawings, and guided self-reflection activities.
Outcome:
Improved self-esteem, recognition of personal strengths, and increased self-worth.
Description:
Just like the butterfly grows into its beautiful form, you too will begin to see your true potential. This class is focused on helping you recognize your value, celebrate your small wins, and build lasting self-esteem, one transformation at a time.
CLASS FOUR
Building Better Relationships
Challenges Addressed:
Social difficulties, struggles with making or keeping friends and navigating family or work relationships.
Activities/Techniques:
Role-play with visual social scripts, communication practice with picture exchange, social stories, and active listening exercises.
Outcome:
Better communication, more confident social interactions, and improved relationship skills.
Description:
In this class, you will expand your social skills and connect with others, just as a butterfly spreads its wings. By practicing social interactions with clear steps, you'll feel empowered to build meaningful relationships that grow and evolve naturally over time.
CLASS FIVE
Embracing Independence
Challenges Addressed:
Dependence on others for making decisions, completing tasks, or managing responsibilities.
Activities/Techniques:
Visual decision-making tools, simple self-sufficiency routines, and independence-building tasks with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Outcome:
Confidence in making choices independently and completing tasks without external assistance.
Description:
Just like the butterfly finds strength as it emerges from its cocoon, this class focuses on helping you break free from relying on others. With each step, you will embrace your independence and gain the skills to handle tasks on your own.
CLASS SIX
Inclusion Strategies
Challenges Addressed:
Feelings of exclusion in social, educational, or work environments due to unique needs.
Activities/Techniques:
Visual self-advocacy cards, role-playing scenarios for speaking up, and inclusive strategies for self-presentation and requesting accommodations.
Outcome:
Enhanced self-advocacy, empowerment, and the ability to navigate various environments with confidence.
Description:
Just as the butterfly spreads its wings to embrace its environment, this class teaches you to advocate for yourself and ensure you are included in all aspects of life. You'll use practical strategies to help you navigate and thrive in different settings, regardless of challenges.
CLASS SEVEN
Goal Setting for Growth
Challenges Addressed:
Difficulty with goal setting, creating plans that are too vague or overwhelming.
Activities/Techniques:
Use of visual goal-setting tools (e.g., picture boards, progress charts), breaking down large goals into smaller, manageable steps, and regular progress checks.
Outcome:
Clear, achievable goals that are visually organized, making it easier to track progress and stay motivated.
Description:
As the butterfly cycles through its stages of development, so will you move through each goal with patience and care. This class helps you break down large tasks into small, attainable goals that are easy to follow and track, ensuring steady growth toward your aspirations.
CLASS EIGHT
Stress Management
Challenges Addressed:
Difficulty coping with stress over whelming situations, anxiety.
Activities/Techniques:
Guided breathing exercises with visual cues, calm-down cards, deep relaxation routines, and sensory-based coping strategies.
Outcome:
Improved ability to manage stress and emotions with practical, calming techniques.
Description:
Just like the butterfly remains calm and graceful through its transformation, you will learn simple, effective ways to manage stress and anxiety. This class helps you develop skills to maintain peace and calm in even the most challenging moments.
CLASS NINE
Enhancing Cognitive Abilities
Challenges Addressed:
Difficulty with memory, concentration, or processing complex tasks.
Activities/Techniques:
Memory-enhancing games, visual problem-solving exercises, sequencing activities, and simple mental processing exercises.
Outcome:
Improved memory, cognitive processing, and the ability to handle daily tasks with more clarity and efficiency.
Description:
This class supports your mental growth, similar to the way a butterfly strengthens its wings before it can soar. Through focused exercises, you will improve memory and cognitive abilities to navigate complex tasks with greater ease.
CLASS TEN
Physical Fitness Fundamentals
Challenges Addressed:
Limited mobility, low energy, or lack of motivation for physical activity.
Activities/Techniques:
Gentle movement routines, accessible exercises with clear demonstrations, and visual aids for proper movement techniques.
Outcome:
Increased physical stamina, energy, and overall health with easy-to-follow exercises.
Description:
Like a butterfly gaining strength to take flight, this class will guide you through movement routines that are gentle and energizing. By the end, you will feel more physically empowered, ready to embrace more activity and vitality.
CLASS ELEVEN
Navigating Professional Environments
Challenges Addressed:
Struggles with adapting to workplace environments due to unique needs or challenges.
Activities/Techniques:
Visual workplace guidelines, role-playing professional scenarios, social scripts for job interactions, and simple strategies for handling work-related stress.
Outcome:
Increased workplace confidence improved professional skills, and greater independence in job tasks.
Description:
Just like the butterfly successfully adapts to its environment, this class will help you adjust to the workplace with confidence. You’ll learn how to navigate professional settings using practical tools and strategies that cater to your needs.
CLASS TWELVE
Future Planning
Challenges Addressed:
Difficulty maintaining progress and planning for future goals.
Activities/Techniques:
Visual review of progress, future goal setting
with accessible planning tools, and strategies for refining personal growth.
Outcome:
A clear, actionable plan for continued growth and independence.
Description:
This final class is like the butterfly’s emergence, where you reflect on your growth and prepare for future transformation. You will use visual tools to chart your progress and set up a roadmap for continued success, ensuring that you keep flying forward.
Modules
1
Self Discovery
This is the starting point, you embark on a journey of self-discovery. By identifying your ideas, values, interests, passions, and strengths, you’ll be able to start to map out a meaningful and fulfilling future beyond your current role and identity.
Duration: 3 hours
2
Purpose Discovery
The 'Purpose Discovery' module involves deep, perhaps lengthy, reflection exercises and visualisation techniques to help you discover and validate your new purpose beyond your work identity. You will leave this module feeling empowered and confident about your next phase of life.
Duration: 3 hours
3
Process Development
In this ‘foundation’ module, you’ll start to build a clear roadmap for your journey into the future. Through a clear understanding of goal-setting and action planning, you’ll gain the tools and techniques you need to navigate this significant transition. You may well find this quite different from any change you’ve managed before.
Duration: 3 hours
4
Support Development
This module will guide you in how to prepare yourself for the way forward. You’ll learn to ‘let go’ of the ‘past’ and the need for forgiveness and gratitude to facilitate this. We’ll discover who and what to avoid and how to identify ‘partners in believing’ who’ll support you in what may be a complex period of setting yourself free.
Duration: 3 hours
5
Managing Transition
Building on the previous module, you'll learn stress management techniques, how to deal with anxiety, and resilience-building strategies. You’ll learn to have faith and belief in yourself and transmit this to others. We’ll revisit the work you did in Modules 2 and 3 and fill out any additional detail or clarity. This module prepares you emotionally to manage the way forward seamlessly.
Duration: 3 hours
6
Harvesting Transition
In this module you’ll ‘launch’ your new ‘business’ of being YOU in ‘life-after-work’. You'll learn confidence-building exercises and ongoing action planning techniques to face any future fears and uncertainties. By paying attention to your intention without tension and with the support of your ‘team’ you can be confident your expectations will be met. This module ensures you step into your next phase ‘Powered Up’ with a sense of renewed significance and life force. Perhaps it’s time for a ‘starting party’!
Duration: 3 hours
Who is it for?
- Facing challenges in managing time effectively and efficiently
- Seeking to drive your independence towards daily activities and relationships
- Aiming to improve self-worth and foster inclusion in your life
Who is it not for?
- Already efficient in time management, daily routine tasks, and healthy relationships
- Not open to tailored strategies to improve independence and self-worth
- Uninterested in fostering inclusion and unlocking your full potential
About Mitzi Bowe
Core Values
Empathy and Empowerment I provide individualized, compassionate support that empowers each person to overcome challenges and attain greater independence.
Respect, Inclusion, and Value Every individual is deserving of respect and dignity. I embrace diversity and celebrate the unique qualities that make each person special, fostering an inclusive environment where differences are seen as strengths.
Growth and Self-Worth I am committed to nurturing self-esteem, confidence, and resilience, helping individuals recognize their inherent value and believe in their capacity to achieve their goals.
Empower Your Abilities
Specialized Coaching Addressing Unique Challenges
Why Choose Me?
Tailored Approach: Every individual is unique, and my coaching strategies are designed to meet the specific needs of each person.
Focus on growth not just outcomes acknowledge strengths celebrate achievements.
Focus on the emotional, practical, and social aspects of life, ensuring well-rounded support. Inclusive and Respectful Environment:
Focus on a atmosphere where differences are celebrated, and everyone feels valued and empowered.
