Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting

Gomaa Life Coaching and Consulting

Coaching Agreement

 

Date: Apr-04-2025

 

This Agreement is entered into by and between Gomaa Coaching & Consulting LLC (Coach) and Name, Email Address (Client) whereby Coach agrees to provide Coaching Services for Client. The following topics and terms apply to this agreement:

1) Coach-Client Relationship

Description of Coaching: Coaching is a partnership (defined as an alliance, not a legal business partnership) between the Coach and the Client in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires the client to maximize personal and professional potential. It is designed to facilitate the creation/development of personal, professional, or business goals and to develop and carry out a strategy/plan for achieving those goals.

Client is solely responsible for creating and implementing his/her own physical, mental, and emotional well-being, decisions, choices, actions and results arising out of or resulting from the coaching relationship and his/her coaching calls and interactions with the Coach. As such, the Client agrees that the Coach is not and will not be liable or responsible for any actions or inaction, or for any direct or indirect result of any services provided by the Coach. Client understands coaching is not therapy and does not substitute for therapy if needed, and does not prevent, cure, or treat any mental disorder or medical disease.

Client further acknowledges that he/she may terminate or discontinue the coaching relationship at any time.

Client acknowledges that coaching is a comprehensive process that may involve different areas of his or her life, including work, finances, health, relationships, education, and recreation. The Client agrees that deciding how to handle these issues, incorporating coaching principles into those areas, and implementing choices is exclusively the Client's responsibility.

Client acknowledges that coaching does not involve the diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders as defined by the American Psychiatric Association and that coaching is not to be used as a substitute for counseling, psychotherapy, psychoanalysis, mental health care, substance abuse treatment, or other professional advice by legal, medical, or other qualified professionals and that it is the Client's exclusive responsibility to seek such independent professional guidance as needed. If the Client is currently under the care of a mental health professional, it is recommended that the Client promptly inform the mental health care provider of the nature and extent of the coaching relationship agreed upon by the Client and the Coach.

The Client understands that in order to enhance the coaching relationship, the Client agrees to communicate honestly, be open to feedback and assistance and create the time and energy to participate fully in the program.

2) Services

The parties agree to engage in Coaching paid session/s through (in-person, internet, telephone) meetings. The coach will be available to the Client by e-mail and voicemail in between scheduled meetings.

 

3) Schedule and Fees

 

This coaching agreement is valid as of 04-04-2025 . The fee is $75 (paid amount in advance) per session.

The visit/call/ session shall be 60 minutes in length per session.

An additional amount of $150 is added for each visit if the client wishes to have a meeting outside of online or phone communication.

Consulting

Prices depend on the nature, duration of the service, distance, and travel accommodation. Therefore, it is preferable to send an email regarding this matter and make a phone call.

Email: gomaalcc@gmail.com

Phone: 813-817-9967

Payment: The Coach accepts the following payment methods for services rendered: Cash, check, Zelle, or PayPal.

-      Cash (Limited to the local residents only)

-      PayPal (US & International): Name: Mahmoud Gomaa Phone: 813-817-9967, Email: gomaalcc@gmail.com

-      Zelle (Limited to US only): Name: Mahmoud Gomaa Phone: 813-817-9967

-      Bank Check (Limited to US only): Recipient's name: "Pay to the Order Of." Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting LLC

 

4) Cancellation policy

Appointments must be cancelled during our business hours at least 48 hours prior to the time of the booked appointment. Cancellations will not be accepted if made less than 48 hours from the time of the appointment and not due to emergencies. Failure to cancel at the appropriate time will result in the session fee being non-refundable, and a new appointment will need to be scheduled.

 

5) Rescheduling appointment policy

To effectively manage appointments and ensure that all clients receive the care they require, we have certain policies in place. If Client needs to reschedule the appointment, we kindly ask that you provide us with a 24-hour notice from the time the appointment is booked during our business hours. Failure to do so will result in the session fee being non-refundable, and a new appointment will need to be scheduled.

 

If you arrive more than 15 minutes late for your scheduled appointment, it will be considered a no-show and you will need to schedule and pay for a new appointment. These policies are implemented to ensure that all our clients have access to the care they need, as reserving a session time means that it cannot be utilized by someone else who may be on a waiting list.

 

6) No-Show Policy

If you miss your appointment without notifying the office, the regular scheduled appointments will be given to someone else and any remaining appointments will be cancelled. You will need to schedule and pay for a new appointment. Please call if an illness or emergency prevents you from making your appointment. This is an exception to the 24-hour notice.

 

7) Confidentiality

A.   Confidentiality involves protecting your personal information from being shared with others without your written consent. In coaching, all conversations and details are kept confidential, unless required or permitted by Florida laws.

B.   The Coach-Client relationship is bound by confidentiality principles. However, it's important to note that this relationship is not considered a legally confidential relationship, like those in the medical and legal professions. The Coach agrees not to disclose any information about the Client without written consent, including the Client's name as a reference.

 

C.   There are certain circumstances where confidentiality may not apply, including suspected abuse of a child or dependent adult, potential suicidal behavior, threats to harm oneself or others, individuals holding your power of attorney, or court-ordered mandates.

 

D.   Client notes will only contain necessary information and not sensitive details, and any disclosure of information will require written consent, or a complaint filed against the coach.

 

E.   When paying via check, Zelle, PayPal, or credit card, bank employees may view the names of Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting LLC clients, and caller identification may show Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting, LLC, or Mahmoud Gomaa.

F.    Information that is not considered confidential includes information that was already known by the Coach, is publicly known, is obtained from a third party without any breach of an obligation to the Client, is independently developed by the Coach, is required to be disclosed by law or court order, involves illegal activity, or poses an imminent or likely risk of danger or harm to the Client or others. Clients are encouraged to raise any confidentiality questions or concerns with the Coach in a timely manner.

 

8) Court appearances or letters

Please note that the Coach does not provide court appearances or letters for legal cases, disability, companion pets, or work-related issues.

 

9) Record Retention Policy

The Client acknowledges that the Coach has disclosed his record retention policy with respect to documents, information and data acquired or shared during the term of the Coach-Client relationship. Such records will be maintained by the Coach in a format of the Coach's choice (print or digital/electronic) for a period of not less than 3 years.

10) Termination

Either the Client or the Coach may terminate this Agreement at any time with a 48-hour written notice from the time the appointment is booked. Client agrees to compensate the Coach for all coaching services rendered through and including the effective date of termination of the coaching relationship.

11) Limited Liability

Except as expressly provided in this Agreement, the Coach makes no guarantees, representations or warranties of any kind or nature, express or implied with respect to the coaching services negotiated, agreed upon and rendered. In no event shall the Coach be liable to the Client for any indirect, consequential, or special damages. Notwithstanding any damages that the Client may incur, the Coach's entire liability under this Agreement, and the Client's exclusive remedy, shall be limited to the amount actually paid by the Client to the Coach under this Agreement for all coaching services rendered through and including the termination date.

 

12) Entire Agreement

This document represents the entire agreement between the Coach and the Client and reflects a complete understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter. This Agreement supersedes all prior written and oral representations. The Agreement may not be amended, altered, or supplemented except in writing and signed by both the Coach and the Client.

13) Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises out of this Agreement that cannot be resolved by mutual consent, the Client and Coach agree to attempt to mediate in good faith for up to 30 days after notice is given. If the dispute is not so resolved, and in the event of legal action, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover attorney's fees and court costs from the other party.

 

14) Severability

If any provision of this Agreement shall be held to be invalid or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and enforceable. If the Court finds that any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting such provision it would become valid and enforceable, then such provision shall be deemed to be written, construed, and enforced as so limited.

15) Waiver

The failure of either party to enforce any provision of this Agreement shall not be construed as a waiver or limitation of that party's right to subsequently enforce and compel strict compliance with every provision of this Agreement.

16) Applicable Law

This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, without giving effect to any conflicts of the laws' provisions.

17) Binding Effect

This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their respective successors and permissible assigns.

Please sign both copies and return one copy of this Client Agreement prior to the first scheduled coaching meeting. Retain one copy for your records and mail the other to:Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting LLC.

 

CLIENT:

Print Name:

Email Address:

Date: 04-04-2025



 

Gomaa Life Coaching & Consulting LLC Notice and Disclaimer:

Coach Gomaa is a life coach not a counselor. Life coaching and counseling are two different approaches to helping people make positive changes in their lives. While they have some similarities, there are also some significant differences between the two. Counseling is often done by licensed professionals, such as clinical psychologists, licensed therapists, or social workers. Counseling typically focuses on helping people deal with specific emotional or psychological issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or addiction. Counselors use various therapeutic techniques to help their clients explore and process their emotions and thoughts, develop coping skills, and make positive changes in their lives.

 

On the other hand, life coaching generally focuses on helping people achieve their personal or professional goals. Life coaches use various techniques and strategies to help their clients clarify their values and vision, set goals, create action plans, and stay motivated and accountable. Life coaching is not a licensed profession, and anyone can call themselves a life coach, regardless of their training or experience.

In summary, counseling is typically focused on helping people deal with emotional or psychological issues, while life coaching is focused on helping people achieve personal or professional goals. Both can be helpful in different situations, and it's important to choose the right approach based on your needs and goals.