MarySue Tolson
ICF Associate Certified Coach
About
MarySue is an ICF Associate Certified Coach who is driven by the belief that when we reconnect with ourselves, we reclaim our energy and unlock the strength to transform every area of our lives. Her own journey reflects this truth. For more than 20 years, she has provided direct support to people with developmental disabilities. Her decades in direct care give her a unique, lived understanding of what service-driven fatigue feels like. Over time, she began to experience the exhaustion many service-driven individuals face: burnout, overwhelm, and the weight of constantly putting herself last. This sense of depletion sparked a profound transformation, built through small, intentional steps forward.
Through regular self-care, mindful presence, and sustainable daily routines, MarySue has built practices that consistently refill her cup. These practices enabled her to show up for others with renewed strength and presence. Prioritizing her well-being has not just restored her energy; it has reconnected her to her purpose. Now, she is devoted to helping others find that same sense of grounded wholeness.
As a Whole Person Coach, MarySue specializes in supporting caregivers, educators, healthcare workers, and service-driven individuals who give endlessly and often struggle to set boundaries, recover from burnout, or feel permission to care for themselves.
MarySue’s coaching is guided by the truth that well-being is not optional: it is foundational. She creates a compassionate, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. In this space, clients can step back, gain clarity, and realign with their inner needs. Whether she is guiding someone through the realities of burnout, helping them rebuild sustainable habits, or supporting a shift toward healthier patterns, MarySue brings a steady, grounding presence into every session.
Her commitment to her own well-being is woven through both her coaching and her personal life. Outside of her work, MarySue finds replenishment in nature. She loves hiking, camping, traveling, spending time with her husband and their dogs, and experiencing the healing power of being outdoors. These moments of connection remind her that nature, moving with intention, and mindfully slowing down are key to living a deeply nourished life.
If you are ready to reclaim your energy, restore your balance, and build a life that truly fills your cup, MarySue would be honored to walk with you as you step into a more grounded and nourished way of living.
Packages
Chemistry Call
This free call is a chance to connect and explore whether my coaching can help you move from running on empty to feeling fully supported. We’ll chat about where you are, what you need, and whether we’re the right fit to work together. No pressure, just a heart-centered conversation.
Refill Session
Feeling drained or in need of a fresh perspective? This one-time Refill session is designed to help you replenish, reflect, and gain clarity on where you’re currently at.
Fill Your Cup Package
The Fill Your Cup package is perfect for clients ready to embrace deep transformation and fill their cup to the brim.
Refill & Flow Program
The Refill & Flow Program is a coaching journey designed to help you reclaim your energy, restore balance, and create lasting change.
Fill Your Cup Group Coaching
In 6 weeks, go from feeling drained and disconnected from yourself to feeling refilled, steadier, and more aligned with what nourishes you.
Refill Discovery Call
A focused 90-minute session to gain clarity, identify what’s blocking you, and leave with practical steps to move forward feeling grounded and energized.
Testimonials
Working with MarySue has been an incredibly positive experience for our team at Artsify. We work in the disability field, and she truly understands both the importance and emotional weight of the work that our staff do every day. She has been an excellent resource in burnout prevention and support, helping create space for staff to care for themselves so they can continue showing up as their best selves for work that really matters. MarySue brings a compassionate, grounded, and practical approach that has been deeply valuable to our team culture and overall staff wellness.
- Eli Heidenreich, Executive Director
MarySue has helped me to frame my way of thinking in ways that have greatly helped me through a few very difficult situations that I have been working through. She always has methods to shares and tips to provide for specific problems or issues that I am dealing with. She is great at helping me take a step back to see the whole picture, rather than focus on the parts that are troubling. She also has a great way of getting me to solve my own problems.
- Josh Kretzmann, Community Outreach / Events Coordinator
MarySue’s calm presence and insightful coaching helped me gain clarity when I needed it most. One powerful question she asked shifted my perspective and gave me the confidence to move toward a lifelong goal. Thank you MarySue.
- MC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is coaching?
Coaching is a collaborative partnership designed to help you create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we'll slow down, increase self-awareness, and uncover what has been keeping you stuck so you can move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and intention.
While therapy often focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions or processing past experiences, coaching is centered on where you are now and where you want to go. It's about turning insight into action and helping you build habits, boundaries, and routines that support the life you want to create.
As your coach, I won't tell you what to do or have all the answers. Instead, I'll ask thoughtful questions, offer support and accountability, and help you discover the answers that already exist within you. My role is to create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can reconnect with yourself and make choices that align with your values.
What happens during a coaching session?
Each session is a conversation focused on helping you move forward. Together we will:
- Explore what's on your mind and what's most important to you.
- Increase awareness of your thoughts, habits, and patterns.
- Clarify your goals and what's getting in the way.
- Develop practical strategies and small, sustainable action steps.
- Celebrate progress and adjust as you grow.
Every session is personalized to your needs, so no two conversations look exactly the same.
Do I need to have a specific goal before we start?
Not at all. Many people come to coaching knowing they want something to change but aren't sure exactly what that is yet. You might feel overwhelmed, stuck, burned out, or simply disconnected from yourself.
Our first conversations are designed to help you gain clarity. Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you, uncover what matters most, and identify meaningful goals that feel authentic and achievable.
How many coaching sessions will I need?
It depends on your goals. Some people find that a single session gives them the clarity they need to move forward, while others benefit from ongoing coaching as they work toward lasting change. Whether you're looking for support around one challenge or you're ready for a deeper transformation, we'll find an approach that fits your needs and goals.
Do you offer group coaching?
Absolutely. My Fill Your Cup group coaching programs are designed for people who are ready to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and create sustainable change alongside a supportive community.
Each group includes a blend of education, guided coaching, meaningful conversations, and practical tools you can apply in everyday life. Because the groups are intentionally kept small, enrollment opens only a few times each year.
If there isn't a current group available, you can join the mailing list to be notified when the next one launches.
What if coaching isn't in my budget right now?
I understand that coaching is a meaningful investment, and it may not be the right fit for everyone at every stage of life. That's why I offer a variety of ways to work together, including one-time sessions, group coaching, workshops, and free resources, so there are options to support different needs and budgets. I also offer payment plans and am happy to discuss your needs.
Even if now isn't the right time for coaching, I'd love to stay connected. You're welcome to join my email list for practical tips, encouragement, and updates about future workshops and coaching opportunities.
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