Coaching – Empower Me Coaching and Counseling

The Re-Introduction

Greetings All; I’d like to RE-Introduce myself. I am Dr. Valerie A. Burrell. This may seem comical or amusing to some, but I have been challenged with embracing a phase of transition in my life that has been uncomfortable. Have you ever had people in your life that you thought were really “YOUR PEOPLE,” andContinue reading “The Re-Introduction”

Seated in Your Rightful Place

Because of the grace on your life, you will often be seated in uncomfortable places. I want to encourage you to SIT ANYWAY! It may be uncomfortable, but it’s where you belong!

Why Have You Become Complacent?

How Do You Deal With an Ex

Happy New Year

Greetings, everyone, and Happy New Year! I hope that you’re positioning yourself for GREATER in this new year. I want to encourage you to prepare for the new. Many of us will have to change our MINDSET. If our minds are not disciplined to follow through – we only let ourselves down. Let 2026 beContinue reading “Happy New Year”

Overcoming Fear

People are afraid of many things, even me; I’m afraid of some dogs and bridges. A fear that I’ve overcome is a fear of being rejected. You may struggle with other things, but there are ways to overcome these feelings. 2 Timothy 1:7 reads, “For God has not given us a spirit of fear butContinue reading “Overcoming Fear”

Let’s DIP

Let’s D.I.P.! Whenever I say that aloud, I smile and even chuckle as I see many images related to a dip. I want you to know that the D.I.P. strategies shared on these pages are life-changing strategies to align you with your Kingdom purpose.If you’ve read any of my other books, you’ll know that IContinue reading “Let’s DIP”

I LOVE My Assignment

Obedience Pays

As a Counselor and Coach, there have been times that I wasn’t sure if I was making an impact in my community, but the last few weeks have proven me wrong. Nations of Coaches awarded me the 2023 Herman Robinson Character Coach Award for my excellent service. Along with serving the men’s and women’s basketballContinue reading “Obedience Pays”

Clarity Restored

It’s a new day with new opportunities if we are willing to do NEW things. I realized today that much of what I did during the last quarter of 2022 had to do with manifesting the plan of those I work with, more than the original intent for my life. I’m not complaining about whatContinue reading “Clarity Restored”