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Does your life feel upside down?

Hi, I'm Monte Torkelsen

Life doesn't go as planned. This can lead to confusion, uncertainty, even despair. As an experienced coach, I help individuals move through challenges like grief, major life transitions, and religious trauma. I've faced these obstacles myself. I have felt the pain and learned that it's possible to thrive again. You deserve to flourish. Let's talk about making that happen!

Life has a way of shaking our foundations. Whether it’s grief, unexpected changes, or the unraveling of beliefs we once trusted, it can feel overwhelming. In these tender spaces, coaching offers support, clarity, and a nonjudgmental place to process what feels chaotic and uncertain. I’ve been there, too. I’ve felt the pain and learned that it’s possible to thrive again. You deserve to flourish. Let's talk about making that happen!

We all have a core question that drives us. Discovering your Primal Question provides a simple and revolutionary new framework for living in emotional freedom and unlocking your relational superpower! Take the Primal Question Assessment to learn the one thing that drives everything.

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MORE ABOUT ME

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Grief Coaching

Healing Through Compassionate Care

Grief Support at Torkelsen Consulting & Coaching. offers compassionate care during your most challenging times. We provide a safe space to process your emotions and find healing. With empathy and understanding, we guide you through the grieving process and help you rediscover hope and strength.

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Life Transitions

Navigate Change with Confidence

Life Transitions Coaching supports you through significant changes, whether personal or professional. We provide tailored strategies to help you adapt and thrive during these pivotal moments. By addressing both the practical and emotional aspects of transitions, we ensure you move forward with confidence and clarity.

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Grief Coaching

Life's big changes

faith after doubt

Grief Coaching

When Loss Changes Everything

Grief is heavy, unpredictable, and uniquely yours. The death of a loved one, or the loss of a relationship, dream, or role, can leave you feeling unmoored. Let’s name your loss, honor your story, and begin to find a way forward. Together, we’ll uncover rhythms of healing and meaning that help you learn to live with loss while opening spaces for joy, meaning, and hope to grow again.

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Life's Big Changes

When Change Feels Overwhelming

When life shifts, it’s easy to feel stuck and disoriented. These are moments of profound possibility. Let’s pause, process what is ending, and identify a path forward that aligns with who you are becoming. You don’t have to drift through change. We can transform uncertainty to clarity.

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Testimonials

"Coaching was a lifeline during one of the hardest times in my life. Monte's compassionate approach and deep understanding of grief allowed me process my emotions in a safe space. I learned to honor my feelings while also rediscoveriing hope."

"Discovering my primal question was transformative. With insightful questions and gentle encouragement, I was able to uncover my triggers and what truly matters to me. This has made a huge difference in my decision-making and overall sense of purpose."

"Monte created a safe environment where I could talk about my struggles, hurts, and frustrations from past faith experiences. His understanding of religious trauma and it's effects, allowed me to process my experience without judgment. Now I am embracing my spirituality on healthier terms."

"I was confused about my future. Monte's coaching helped me step into an uncertain future with confidence. I felt supported every step of the way, and his insights helped me embrace the change rather than fear it. I highly recommend his coaching!"

Primal Question Coaching

Discover Your Core Motivation

Understanding your Primal Question is key to unlocking deeper self-awareness. It is a simple way of seeing your hidden programming, emotional needs, and supernatural gifts. Unlock the next level of your life by getting radical clarity on your core driver.

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PRIMAL QUESTIONS ASSESSMENT

RELATIONSHIP SUPPORT

Relationships can bring us some of life’s greatest joys and, let’s be honest, a few challenges too. No matter where you are in your journey as a couple, dating, engaged, or already years in, Monte is ready to help you connect, grow, and take the next step with confidence. Using the Primal Question and Prepare/Enrich assessment tools, he’ll help you uncover your strengths as a couple and shine a light on areas that might need a little extra attention. Oh, and if you're planning to tie the knot? Monte can even officiate your wedding!