Dallas Relationship Coach Seeks Advanced Degree To Help Others
Marina Sbrochi coaches people on dating and divorce. Growing up, Sbrochi was a product of a divorced home, which included a controlling and verbally abusive father. Sbrochi grew up, got married, started a family, and later got divorced. Through that process, Sbrochi learned to communicate better with people, to be open and honest, and not be afraid to speak up and be her authentic self. She wanted to help others not manifest the bad patterns that she had experienced in her childhood and as a young adult. She wrote the book "Stop Looking For A Husband: Find The Love Of Your Life" to help others avoid getting married for the wrong reasons. Her second book "Nasty Divorce: A Kid's Eye View" is due out in the spring of 2016.
She earned a bachelor's of arts in English from Ohio State University and is currently enrolled in Amberton University pursuing a master's degree in professional counseling.
Why are you pursuing a master's degree?
"Three reasons: I love to help people; I especially love to help children; and to provide a steady income."
What would you tell someone who is considering returning to school to earn a master's degree?
"Make sure you are clear on your purpose about why you're going to school. You only have one life, have a purpose in what you do. Do you want to change the world, help someone, or just broaden your horizons?"
What was the biggest challenge you have faced in pursuing your master's degree?
"Juggling three children and work has been the biggest challenge. It is a lot of reading and writing but it is worth it."
What will be the biggest reward for earning the master's degree?
"The professional license will enable me to help more people than I currently help right now. With the degree, I can take my coaching a step further and be able to help 'at-risk' youth. Currently, as a coach, I help people whittle their emotional baggage down to one small carry on item. As a licensed professional counselor, I hope to help people find the best form of themselves."
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