About Paul

Helping People Make Meaningful Change

I became a coach because I saw the impact coaching could have on people's lives.

Over time, I became increasingly interested in the deeper patterns that influence how people think, respond, decide, lead, and move forward.

My interest in NLP grew as I heard other coaches describe meaningful, long-term change and as I began experiencing personal growth and change in my own life.

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Why I Coach

I want to make a difference with people who are making a difference in other people's lives.

I have seen coaching help people gain clarity, recognize patterns, make new choices, and move forward in ways that matter personally, professionally, and spiritually.

My Approach

Christian Faith at the Center

My coaching approach is explicitly Christian. I believe growth and transformation are best understood through a biblical worldview.

I view many of the change principles I use in NLP through the lens of Romans 12:2—the call to transformation through the renewing of our minds.

NLP is a coaching methodology I use as a tool. Scripture remains the foundation through which I understand identity, purpose, calling, responsibility, growth, and transformation.

Coaching May Include

  • Professional coaching conversations
  • Neuro-Linguistic Programming tools
  • Scripture
  • Prayer
  • Christian reflection
  • Goal setting
  • Assignments
  • Accountability
  • Leadership-development tools
  • Appropriate non-clinical assessments
Who I Most Enjoy Working With

People Who Are Ready to Grow, Change & Lead

Personal Transformation

People who recognize recurring patterns and are ready to understand what may be getting in the way of meaningful change.

Habit Change

People who know what they want to do differently and want focused support to create healthier, more intentional patterns.

Christian Leaders

Pastors, ministry leaders, nonprofit leaders, and other Christians whose personal growth affects the people they lead and serve.

Professional Training

A Broad Coaching & Leadership Development Background

My training includes professional coaching, NLP, leadership development, stress and well-being, conflict dynamics, appreciative approaches, and breakthrough coaching.

I continue to invest in advanced training so I can bring practical, thoughtful, and responsible tools into my coaching.

Selected Training & Certifications

  • Kingdom Breakthrough Academy Neuro-Linguistic Programming Certified Practitioner
  • 130-hour NLP Certification Training
  • Erickson Certified Professional Coach
  • HeartMath Stress and Well-Being Assessment Provider Training
  • Conflict Dynamics Profile training
  • Breakthrough Coaching training
  • Appreciative Living Coaching training
I am also pursuing advanced KBNLP practitioner training, with expected completion in July 2027.
Experience Beyond Individual Coaching

Leadership, Teams & Organizations

In addition to individual coaching, I work with churches, nonprofits, businesses, and leadership teams around communication, leadership development, conflict dynamics, team effectiveness, and organizational growth.

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My Coaching Philosophy

Insight Matters. Action Matters Too.

I believe good coaching should help you think differently, see what you may not have noticed before, and make practical decisions about what happens next.

Awareness is valuable, but the goal is not simply to understand yourself better. The goal is to use that awareness to create meaningful action.

My Role as Your Coach

I am not here to tell you who you should become.

My role is to help you clarify what matters, recognize patterns that may be influencing you, consider new possibilities, and intentionally move toward the outcomes you want.

Important Scope of Practice

Coaching Is Not Therapy

Paul Hackett Coaching provides coaching, personal development, and leadership-development services. Coaching is not psychotherapy, psychiatric care, diagnosis, medical treatment, or crisis intervention. When a client's needs fall outside the appropriate scope of coaching, referral to a qualified licensed or medical professional may be recommended.
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Let's Talk About the Change You Want to Make

Whether your goal involves personal transformation, habit change, leadership growth, or greater clarity, the next step can begin with a conversation.