Career & Leadership Growth
Step into a promotion, lead a team with confidence, or figure out your next career move. Built on my years of hiring, training, and mentoring people into new roles.
Life coaching · Southern California
Feeling stuck? Let's build a life that actually feels like yours.
I'm Ezequiel, a life coach with over a decade of experience training, mentoring, and developing people. I help you get clear on what you want, build confidence, and take steady, practical steps toward it — with someone in your corner the whole way.
Free, no-pressure conversation · See if we're a good fit
Why coaching
Most people are carrying more than they show. Coaching helps.
34%
of employees worldwide say they're thriving in life overall.
Gallup, State of the Global Workplace 2026
40%
of employees worldwide felt a lot of stress during the previous day.
Gallup, State of the Global Workplace 2026
80%
of coaching clients report improved self-confidence.
ICF Global Coaching Client Study
73%
of coaching clients report improved relationships.
ICF Global Coaching Client Study
Coaching services
Where I can help you grow
Every coaching relationship is tailored to you. Most clients start with one focus area — and find the others follow.
Life Transitions
Navigate big changes — a move, a breakup, a career change, going back to school, or a new chapter you didn't plan for — with clarity and a plan.
Confidence & Personal Growth
Quiet the self-doubt, set healthy boundaries, and start showing up for yourself the way you show up for everyone else.
Identity & Authentic Living
LGBTQ+ affirming coaching for living openly and on your own terms — at work, at home, and in your communities.
Relationships & Communication
Communicate more clearly, handle hard conversations, and build stronger connections with partners, family, friends, and coworkers.
Goals, Habits & Accountability
Turn big goals into weekly steps, build habits that stick, and track real progress — with regular check-ins to keep you moving.
About Ezequiel
A coach who has spent his career helping people grow
For more than ten years I've trained new leaders, mentored people into promotions, and coached families toward the goals that matter most to them. I bring warmth, structure, and real accountability — and a deep respect for every person's identity and story.
Credentials
- B.A., Human Services — Cum Laude California State University, Fullerton
- Associate Degrees in Psychology, Sociology & Human Behavior — Cum Laude Rio Hondo College, Whittier
- M.A., Marriage & Family Therapy — anticipated May 2027 Chapman University, Orange
- Guest Speaker, Diversity & Queer Identity (2026) Chapman University
Experience that shapes my coaching
Trainer & Mentor to Managers
2023 – 2024
Environmental Services Manager · Kaiser Permanente (contract with Xanitos), Downey
Designed and led training for more than 100 new managers and staff, and mentored eight team members into promotions.
Leader & People Developer
2014 – 2022
General Manager, HR Administration · Corner Bakery Cafe, Hacienda Heights
Eight years hiring, training, evaluating, and growing teams — helping people build skills and move forward in their careers.
Family & Caregiver Coaching
2021 – Present
Behavior Interventionist · Acuity Behavior Solutions
Coach parents and families to build new skills, set clear goals, and track progress session by session.
Speaker on Identity & Inclusion
2026
Guest Speaker · Chapman University
Led a graduate-level talk and discussion on Queer identity, intersectionality, and navigating diverse communities.
How it works
Getting started is simple
- Step 1 · Free 30-minute intro call Tell me where you are and where you want to be. We'll see if my coaching is the right fit — no pressure, no commitment.
- Step 2 Your personalized plan Together we define your goals, what's been in the way, and the first steps that will make the biggest difference.
- Step 3 Coaching & accountability Regular sessions keep you focused, celebrate your wins, and adjust the plan as you grow.
Free 30-minute intro call
Your next chapter starts with one conversation.
Share a little about what you're working toward and I'll reach out to schedule your free call. If we're not the right fit, I'll point you toward resources that are.
- 100% free, no obligation
- A reply within 24 hours
- Get clear on your goals in 30 minutes
- LGBTQ+ affirming and judgment-free
Prefer email? eze.valenzuela.jr@gmail.com
Questions
Good to know
What happens on the free intro call?
We'll talk about what's going on for you, what you'd like to change, and how coaching could help. You'll leave with a little more clarity either way — and you can decide afterward whether to continue.
Who is coaching for?
Coaching is for anyone who's ready to move forward — whether you're growing in your career, facing a big change, rebuilding confidence, or just know you want more from life.
How is coaching different from therapy?
Coaching is forward-focused: we work on goals, actions, and growth. It isn't therapy or counseling and doesn't diagnose or treat any condition. If something would be better served by a licensed professional, I'll let you know.