Coaching

Your path to financial empowerment and career success starts here.

All coaching is judgment-free, confidential, and offered at NO COST. Whether you’re searching for a new job, exploring career options, or re-entering the workforce, our Career Coaches are here to support you every step of the way. In one-on-one sessions, clients discover their strengths, overcome limiting beliefs, and gain the confidence needed to succeed in today’s job market.

We believe the client is driving the car, but we sit beside them every mile of the journey—providing guidance, encouragement, and practical strategies for resumes, interviews, networking, and career planning. Our goal is to empower clients to step confidently toward the career they envision while celebrating every win along the way.

Financial
Coaching

Financial success starts with understanding your relationship with money and building habits that support your goals. Through one-on-one financial coaching, we help women create personalized plans to reduce debt, increase savings, and strengthen credit. Together, we build a foundation for a more confident financial future.

Career
Coaching

Whether you’re searching for a new job, exploring career options, or re-entering the workforce, our Career Coaches are here to support you. In one-on-one sessions, clients develop clear plans to reach their career goals while strengthening resumes, interview skills, job search strategies, networking presence, and overall confidence.

Take the First Step

Not sure which program is right for you?

Fill out our interest form and a member of our coaching staff will get back to you to help you with your goals.

We are women for women, and you don’t have to navigate your journey alone.

Meet Our Coaches

Geana Mitchell

Senior Financial Coach

As a dedicated financial coach, I’m committed to helping women build confidence, stability, and long-term success with their money. I bring years of experience supporting clients through budgeting, credit improvement, goal-setting, always with a compassionate and judgment-free approach. My goal is to meet clients exactly where they are, empower them with the tools they need, and celebrate every step of progress along the way.

Lisa Williams

Financial Coach

I’ve been a financial coach at The Women’s Resource since 2019. My passion lies within seeing women make positive financial changes that improve their lives and gives them a sense of empowerment. I get a lot of joy when a woman realizes that she is the one who is in control of her finances and that she can make positive choices that will have a lasting impact.

Adriana Salgado

Bilingual Financial Coach

My financial journey shaped by education, mentorship, and trial and error inspired my passion for helping women feel confident and prepared for their futures. As a coach with TWR, my philosophy is rooted in empowerment and meeting every woman exactly where she is. I’m especially motivated by the opportunity to give back to the community that raised me and help women create plans that support their long-term goals.

Maria Lujan

Bilingual Financial Coach

My name is Maria Lujan, and I am a dedicated bilingual financial coach with a deep passion for empowering women to build confidence, clarity, and control over their money. Having seen how financial stress can limit opportunities and impact a woman’s sense of security, I became fully committed to helping women break cycles, overcome barriers, and create sustainable financial habits. Through education, personalized guidance, and compassionate support, I strive to equip women with the knowledge and tools they need to make confident financial decisions and achieve long-term stability. My mission is simple and heartfelt: to help women recognize their financial power and live the lives they truly want and deserve aligned with their own values. “One woman at a time”.

Jodi Johnston

Senior Career Coach

Jodi is a passionate and empathetic career and leadership coach with over 4 years at our organization, dedicated to helping women uncover their unique strengths and talents. With more than 15 years of experience in coaching, training, and professional development, she empowers clients to set meaningful goals, overcome obstacles, and thrive in their careers. As an Associate Certified Coach (ICF) and a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach, Jodi combines proven coaching methodologies with a strengths-based approach, and seeing her clients succeed inspires everything she does. Her mission is to guide women toward clarity, resilience, and success while celebrating every milestone along the way.

Denise Parker

Career Coach

With more than 35 years of experience across banking, government, and nonprofit leadership—including senior roles that shaped community impact and organizational growth—Denise brings a vibrant and encouraging presence to empowering women to step into their potential. Her coaching approach reflects her belief that every woman already has the strength she needs—sometimes she just needs clarity, support, and a reminder of who she is. Denise is inspired by those powerful moments when confidence rises, hope returns, and women begin to recognize the possibilities ahead of them. As she completes her doctorate in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Denise continues using her knowledge and leadership experience to help others grow, thrive, and walk boldly in their purpose. As Maya Angelou reminds us, “Nothing can dim the light which shines from within.”

Success Stories

"Before meeting [my career coach], I lacked confidence, direction, and belief in myself. But through our coaching sessions, she helped me rediscover my strengths. She taught me how to present my experience—both the challenges and triumphs—as valuable assets. With each mock interview, I learned to articulate my skills with confidence, transforming self-doubt into self-assurance. I practiced positive affirmations in the mirror, reminding myself daily that I was capable. This shift in mindset made all the difference. By the time I interviewed for a new job, I radiated confidence, and employers took notice.”

“Desperate for answers, I searched online and found The Women’s Resource program. From the moment I joined, I felt something I had not felt in years—hope. Under the guidance of [my] coach, I was not just learning about money. I was reclaiming my power.” or “This transformation is about more than just money. It is about breaking the cycle of financial instability that has plagued my family for generations. I refuse to let another child in my family grow up witnessing the same pain I did. The knowledge I have gained is a gift, and I am determined to pass it on.”

“[My Career Coach] sat with me and talked to me about what my interests were, what I liked, what I was good at, what I wasn’t good at, how to interview, and how to make a resume, all the while giving positive encouragement and support. She never made me feel like I was too old or behind in life which was the tape that played constantly in my head. She gaveme hope that I could make a change and have a future for me and my daughter! That hope was priceless.”

FAQs

Are there any fees associated with coaching?

There are no fees associated with our program.  All of our time and tools are provided to you free of charge.

What are the suitability and eligibility requirements?

Career Coaching specific requirements:

Must be seeking meaningful, full-time work or
Want to advance in their current career
Current income must not exceed a certain threshold based on family size.
Must be able to submit proof of original identification documentation
Before career coaching begins, client must have a childcare plan, if applicable
Reliable transportation or a transportation plan
Resume or be willing to submit a resume draft

Financial Coaching specific requirements:

Must have a source of income or money that you manage to create a spending plan
Must be committed to financial improvement

Requirements for both programs:

Must be committed to maintaining communication with their coach, including sharing road bumps and milestones.
Be willing to do “homework” outside of coaching sessions
Must reside in the Greater Houston Area

For financial coaching, what counts as a source of income?

We work with any woman who has a source of income. Many different things can be considered a source of income, including from work, child support, SNAP, Social Security, disability benefits, gifts or support from friends/family and unemployment benefits. If you are not sure if your source of income complies, please reach out to The Women’s Resource.

What is the difference between Financial Coaching and Financial Advising?

Financial Coaching focuses on helping you build healthy financial habits and gain confidence in managing your day-to-day money decisions. Coaches provide education, accountability, and tools to help you create a budget, reduce debt, improve your credit, and work toward your financial goals. Coaching is client-led, judgment-free, and does not include recommending specific financial products. Financial coaches cannot give direct advice on any financial decisions; however, they do work with clients to help them plan and make informed financial decisions.

Financial Advising typically involves licensed professionals who provide guidance on investing, retirement planning, insurance products, and long-term wealth management. Advisors may recommend or manage financial products such as mutual funds or retirement accounts.

What does homework include?

Financial Coaching homework may include working on a personal budget, tracking spending, brainstorming ways to save and/or pay debt down, or reviewing your credit report and score. Homework may also include setting financial goals.

Career Coaching homework may include working on your resume, applying to a certain number of jobs, researching job positions, updating LinkedIn, and completing assessments.

As coaches, we’ll provide support and accountability as you work on accomplishing your goals.

How do I prepare for my coaching session?

For Financial Coaching

Choose a focus area: Come with a financial topic or goal you’d like to explore.
Review your budget: If you’ve already created a budget with your coach, ensure it’s updated and ready to discuss.
Know your numbers: Take a moment to review your recent spending so you can talk through key expenses.
Have your financial documents ready: Keep items like your Credit Karma login, credit reports, or debit/credit account details accessible for review.
Create a focused environment: For virtual sessions, join from a quiet place free of distractions. If you’re in a public setting, wearing headphones helps maintain privacy and confidentiality.

For Career Coaching

Bring a clear goal or topic: Think about what you want to accomplish—whether that’s job searching, interviewing, career exploration, or another priority.
If working on your resume: Have your work history ready, including employment dates, cities, employer names, and job titles. Any additional details—such as accomplishments or duties—are helpful too.
Prepare any documents you want reviewed: Résumés, cover letters, job descriptions, or LinkedIn profiles can all guide the conversation.

Where does coaching take place?

We offer coaching at our office, a public location 20 miles from TWR, over Zoom, or via phone – whatever is most convenient for you!

What if I can't meet during normal business hours?

We understand that you may not be able to meet during normal business hours. Your coach will work with you to find a time that is mutually convenient for both of you so you can reap the full benefits of our program.

How often will I meet with my coach?

This is decided in collaboration with your coach. Typically, Career Coaching takes place every two weeks, and Financial Coaching takes place once a month. If you need additional support between appointments, we are available to provide extra help.