Valerie Planche

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ABOUT VALERIE PLANCHE

I am an award-winning facilitator, director, actor with over 35 years of experience in encouraging engaged personal presence, through personal development and practical training. I take a holistic approach to coaching, combining mindset strategies, actionable goal setting, and proven frameworks to empower my clients to make lasting changes in their personal and professional lives.I have been a performer all my life. I draw on a deep understanding of human behavior and performance psychology to guide my clients through transformation. My background includes an MFA from the University of Alberta with a focus in engaged presence, facilitation of voice and movement workshops privately and in corporate settings, and facilitating post-secondary education, which allows me to connect with clients at all levels and across a variety of sectors.I am passionate about working with leaders, entrepreneurs, professionals and their teams who are committed to growth, authentic collaboration and communication, and are ready to push past limitations to create real results. My coaching methodology is rooted in strengths-based, client centered, mindfulness and accountability-driven coaching, and I offer a collaborative, supportive space where clients can reflect, reframe, and take bold action toward their aspirations.Core Areas of Focus:• Leadership Development • Personal Growth & Mindset Shifts• High-Performance Coaching & Peak Productivity• Team Collaboration & Communication Strategies• Confidence Building & Self-EsteemWhether you’re looking to overcome personal obstacles, elevate your career, or build a more effective team, my mission is to guide you toward clarity, confidence, and success. Awards include the Flare Creativity Award from the Banff Centre for the Arts in 2019, the Michelle Dias Award from Theatre Alberta in 2018, the Gina Wilkinson Award from the Shaw Festival in 2015 and an Alberta Graduate Teaching Award in 2014 from the University of Alberta.She is a member of Canadian Actors Equity, the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists, the Association of Acting Coaches and Educators, and the Canadian Guild of Stage Directors and Choreographers.