Cindy Schmelzenbach, MCC, ESIA

Partnering with you to discover your spacious, courageous life.

About

“I am passionate about co-creating a space to discover what may not yet be seen".
-Cindy Schmelzenbach

"I've spent my whole life in wide open spaces - raised under the big skies of the American Southwest and shaped by years of living on the vast soul-stretching oceans of the South Pacific and Caribbean. These landscapes have formed my love for spaciousness and have taught me that we were created to have room to breathe, listen, grow and live aligned with what matters most.
As a coach, I partner with you to make space. Space to explore and step into a life marked by clarity, courage and deep authenticity. If you're sensing that it's time to expand, I invite you to this sacred pause and a fresh space to consider what's possible". 

Cindy Schmelzenbach is an ICF Master Certified Coach, Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, ICF Mentor Coach, and Coach Supervisor. She holds a Master’s in Human Services Counseling and serves as Director of Education and faculty for a global ICF Level 1 and Level 2 coach education provider.
With decades of global experience and a deep belief in living deeply into the present season, Cindy partners with clients ranging from quiet world-changers to high-impact leaders. She brings presence, perspective, and a spacious sense of possibility to every coaching conversation.
Cindy is also passionate about mentoring coaches on their professional journey, offering a safe, challenging space to sharpen skills and grow with confidence and integrity.
She and her husband, Harmon, lived internationally for 28 years in the Caribbean and Asia Pacific and now call the mountains of southeastern New Mexico home. They love spending time with their kids, their grandkids and their border collie.


Packages

Explore Coaching - 30 minutes

Curious about coaching and whether it’s the right fit for you?
Schedule a complimentary, no-obligation call to explore what you’re hoping for, ask your questions, and discover how coaching can support your next steps.
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Explore Aligned and Authentic Mentor Coach Training

Aligned and Authentic: Mentor Coach Training that honors competency and individual expression.
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Explore ICF Mentor Coaching/Coach Supervision - 30 minutes

Mentor Coaching and Coaching Supervision are powerful, interactive experiences that go beyond skill-building—they deepen your presence, sharpen your coaching, and support your growth as a reflective, confident practitioner.
If you’re ready to take your coaching to the next level, let’s talk.
Schedule a no-obligation exploration call to see what kind of support best fits your current season.
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Professional Coach Development Adventure Fall 2026

Advance Your Coaching with a Professional Development Intensive
You’re invited to participate in a Professional Coach Development Adventure—a comprehensive, ICF-aligned program designed to deepen your coaching effectiveness and support your credentialing goals.


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All -in-One Coaching for Coaches 1/month

Give yourself the gift of 1 hour each month for intentional development for yourself and for your coaching practice. You will benefit and so will your clients! It's your hour  - your choice: Coaching Supervision, Mentor Coaching,  or Life Coaching.
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All -in-One Coaching for Coaches 2/month

Give yourself the gift of 2 hours each month for intentional development for yourself and for your coaching practice. You will benefit and so will your clients! It's your hour - your choice: Coaching Supervision, Mentor Coaching,  or Life Coaching
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10 Sessions: All-in-One Coaching For Coaches

Schedule 10 sessions according to what you need most. Choose between Mentor Coaching, Coach Supervision or Life Coaching.
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5 Sessions: All-in-One Coaching For Coaches

Schedule 5 sessions according to what you need most. Choose between Mentor Coaching, Coach Supervision or Life Coaching.
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3 Sessions: All-in-One Coaching For Coaches

Schedule 3 sessions according to what you need most. Choose between Mentor Coaching, Coach Supervision or Life Coaching.
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5 Sessions: MCC Mentor Coaching

Ready to Sharpen Your Edge as an MCC-Level Coach?
You've come a long way on your coaching journey—now it’s time to fine-tune your mastery. Whether you're pursuing your MCC credential or simply want to deepen your coaching presence, this mentor coaching experience is designed to elevate your impact.
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Leadership & Life Coaching Monthly Retainer 2

Life Coaching Monthly Retainer
Invest in ongoing transformation with consistent support and flexibility.
This monthly retainer includes:
  • 2 scheduled coaching sessions per month (40-50 minutes)
  • Access to email and text support between sessions
  • On-demand spot coaching — quick, focused calls (typically under 15 minutes) available during business hours without a scheduled appointment, based on availability
  • Curated resources personally selected to support your current focus and growth
This package is designed to keep momentum going between sessions—so you feel supported, aligned, and empowered every step of the way.
Let’s keep your growth moving forward—together.
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Leadership/Life/Strengths Coaching Monthly Retainer 2

Life Coaching Monthly Retainer
Invest in ongoing transformation with consistent support and flexibility.
This monthly retainer includes:
  • 2 scheduled coaching sessions per month (40-50 minutes)
  • Access to email and text support between sessions
  • On-demand spot coaching — quick, focused calls (typically under 15 minutes) available during business hours without a scheduled appointment, based on availability
  • Curated resources personally selected to support your current focus and growth
This package is designed to keep momentum going between sessions—so you feel supported, aligned, and empowered every step of the way.
Let’s keep your growth moving forward—together.
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Book Download - Different Like Me: Exploring Common Human Experiences from a Multi-Cultural Perspective

Different Like Me
In every coaching conversation, a human story unfolds—shaped by culture, context, and identity. Coaching Across Cultures is a concise, insightful guide for coaches who want to deepen their capacity to serve clients from diverse backgrounds with humility, skill, and respect.
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1 Session: All-in-One Coaching For Coaches

Schedule a session according to what you need most. Choose between Mentor Coaching, Coach Supervision or Life Coaching.
  • Mentor Coaching - Focus on ICF Core Competencies
    • We can review a recording - I'll provide a transcript and pre-evaluation prior to our session together
    • We can drill down on competencies and skills
    • 10 hours counts toward your ACC renewal requirement
    • Up to 10 hours can count toward your required CCE's for PCC or MCC renewal
  • Coaching Supervision - Focus on you as a coach
    •  Supported and encouraged by ICF as a part of continuing professional development, this is about continually building your capacity as a coach for the benefit of your clients. It's a safe environment for you to share your successes and failures as you becoming masterful in the way you work with your clients. (ICF) Coaching Supervision can count for up to 10 hours of the required CCE’s for PCC credential renewal. I’ve attached a file from ICF about Coaching Supervision.
    • Develop your own reflective practice
    • Review and refine your coaching agreement and business practices
    • Explore blind spots and accountabilities
    • Acknowledge and address the impact that life circumstances, mindsets, or seasons are having on your coaching practice and interactions
    • Design strategies for burnout prevention and sustainability
    • Learn the value of increased cultural awareness in your coaching interactions
  • Life Coaching - Every coach needs a coach
    • Just relax and be the client now and then.
    • Explore personal goals
    • Design work/life balance that works for you
    • Explore your Strengths and discover how to bring them alive in a way that serves you (Gallup Certified Strengths Coach)
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ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching 3 session Package

ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching Package
This package provides the full ICF Enhanced Mentor Coaching process required for credentialing applications. In addition to three individual mentor coaching sessions, this process includes structured observation, competency-based feedback, preparation and review of coaching recordings, and completion of the required ICF documentation.
Throughout the process, you will receive individualized developmental feedback aligned with the ICF Core Competencies, along with written Session Observation Forms and a final Competency Review Form documenting your growth and demonstrated coaching capabilities.
This process is designed not only to support credential readiness, but also to deepen your confidence, discernment, and authentic coaching presence.
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Testimonials

Cindy is not just a caring and compassionate mentor coach, she is a masterful mentor coach. Masterful through the tool she developed for her clients that provides them with very detailed assistance in gaining their credentialing and growing as a coach in the ways that they are seeking. Masterful in going the extra mile to partner with and serve her clients. Masterful in her thorough responses to questions that overflow with nuggets of gold from her years of experience. And masterful in her authentic encouragement toward and championing of her clients. She did not just serve as an evaluator of my coaching progress toward CPLC certification, she revolutionized my understanding of coaching and my coaching methodology. She will be a vital team member on my coaching journey going forward and I highly recommend her.

- Karen Brownfield

My mentoring session with Cindy was incredibly valuable. Cindy provided detailed and insightful guidance that highlighted my strengths and areas for improvement, cultivating my personal growth. The way and computer application she is using are highly professional, and the feedback was structured in an exceptionally organized manner. Cindy was well-prepared, delivering what I would consider a masterclass in mentor coaching.
Her kind and encouraging approach created a supportive atmosphere that motivated me to engage and reflect deeply on my growth. Cindy was great at creating partnerships and guided me towards self-reflection and a deeper understanding of my development areas. I wholeheartedly recommend Cindy's mentor coaching to coaches looking to improve and advance in their careers.

- Natalia Bolshakova

Cindy is highly competent coach who operates at the highest standards. She has a gentle spirit and truly cares about the success of her clients. Partnering with Cindy as a Mentor Coach was game changing for me. I grew to have a deeper understanding of the core competencies and what they can sound like in the coaching conversation. Previous to working with Cindy, I felt a lot of pressure to "get it right" but was very unsure about my skills. Through the process of working with Cindy, I grew much more confident in my abilities as a coach and am much closer to earning my credential with the ICF. Cindy's presence and partnership has made all the difference for me!

- Jenny Imhoff

I can't recommend Cindy highly enough! She's a brilliant coach -- holding space and facilitating breakthroughs on the frontlines of leadership + life. She's also a gifted teacher, with a unique capacity to show AND tell, supporting real growth in the (coaching) students who seek her out.

Cindy's remarkable portfolio includes deep experience in cross-cultural engagement, wisdom in marketplace endeavors, and a kind of humility, good-humor, and ease that would be hard to believe -- except that it shows up wherever she does. Nab a spot on her roster; you'll see what i mean!

- JT

My time with Cindy as my Mentor coach was invaluable. As we discussed my recordings she was always so gentle and ready with feedback that enabled me to learn and grow as a coach. She took the time to learn and listen to my thoughs and concerns, and addresses them with thoughtfullness and compassion. Her coaching sessions felt like a warm hug from a close friend. Thank you, Cindy.

- Georgann Roth

Cindy is without a doubt the best coach I have worked with. Working with her has transformed my vague business goals into specific plans that create excitement about the future. She has a talent for drawing her clients into an ever-expanding view of what can be accomplished. I always leave her sessions inspired and exhilarated!

- Wanda Patrick

Cindy has the ability as a coach to hear what is said, and what is underneath your words. She can pull on the threads that are not seen, but critical, to bring clarity and focus. She is warm and easy to connect with. I feel safe with Cindy. She goes the extra mile to make sure you have what you need. I recommend her highly!

- Renee Lyons

Cindy’s influence on my life has been phenomenal! She is a gifted coach and was so encouraging and supportive during my journey to achieve my personal and professional goals. I highly recommend Cindy for her professionalism, expertise, and winsome personality!

- Maria Gallagher

The group mentor coaching experience with Cindy was a powerful deep dive into understanding and embodying the ICF Core Competencies. Even as I wrestled with how to demonstrate them in a way that felt authentic to me, Cindy held space with such patience and compassion. Her mentorship—combined with the richness of the group dynamic—helped me grow immensely as a coach. If you’re ready to elevate your coaching, I highly recommend working with Cindy.

- Crystal Wagner

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