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Kirsten Frey

Burlington,ON

Summary

Entrepreneur and Coach with specialty in guiding individuals in navigating challenging circumstances, improve productivity and excel in the workplace and home.

Known for creating trust and rapport quickly. Educates and guides client transformation with a compassionate and direct approach.

Energetic speaker supporting change management and building on an environment of mutual trust and respect.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Life Coach/Grief Recovery Specialist

Self Employed Services
08.2018 - Current
  • Supported 100+ people using the trademarked Grief Recovery Method®️, the only evidence-based Grief Support program currently available in the world.
  • Invited to educate and speak to law enforcement, educators and women's business groups. Presentation topics have included; grief recovery, stress management, nutrition, mindfulness and meditation.
  • Promoted work-life balance for clients through tailored strategies focusing on time management, stress reduction, and self-care practices.
  • Organized and facilitated two day wellness retreats for women.

Personal Trainer/Registered Holistic Nutritionist

GoodLife Fitness
06.2009 - 07.2018
  • Recognized as a National Top 500 Performer for highest Member Retention from 2013-2018.
  • Coached clients to reach their personal health and fitness goals utilizing customized training programs and tailored nutrition and lifestyle strategies.
  • Mentored new trainers during their onboarding process.
  • Committed to ongoing training and education in the fitness industry.

Police Constable

Peel Regional Police Service
10.1989 - 06.2007

Uniform Patrol

  • Conducted preliminary investigations at major crime scenes - securing scenes, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.
  • Apprehended offenders and testified under oath in court.
  • Seconded to Criminal Investigation Bureau and Morality Bureau to assist in targeted projects.
  • Member of committee that brought Community Policing to Peel Region.

Neighbourhood Policing Unit Officer

  • Worked closely with Vice-Principals and Staff of community elementary schools and high school to support, educate and mentor positive interaction with students.

Crime Prevention Services -Workplace Violence Coordinator

  • Co-created Workplace Violence portfolio and delivered presentations to management and staff of several companies in Region of Peel.

Use of Force Bureau - Trainer

  • Provided annual training to all serving members as per ProvinciaI Standards.
  • Trained and mentored new recruits, ensuring successful completion of their training.

Skills

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Crisis Management
  • Group Facilitation
  • Performance Coaching
  • Individual and Group Change Management
  • Staff training

Certification

Certified Coach Practitioner - CCF

Advanced Grief Recovery Method Specialist - The Grief Recovery Institute

Critical Incident Stress Management & Peer Support (Assisting Individuals in Crisis & Group Crisis Intervention Course) - Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF)

Natural Nutrition Certification - Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN)

Meditation Teacher - The School of Meditation & Transformative Studies (pending)

Toastmasters International

Mindful Based Stress Reduction Level 1& 2

Mindful Communication Level 1 & 2

Timeline

Certified Life Coach/Grief Recovery Specialist

Self Employed Services
08.2018 - Current

Personal Trainer/Registered Holistic Nutritionist

GoodLife Fitness
06.2009 - 07.2018

Police Constable

Peel Regional Police Service
10.1989 - 06.2007
Kirsten Frey