About Sharon Roth-Lichtenfeld

haron Roth-Lichtenfeld, CPC, ELI MP, BFA is an ICF (International Coaching Federation) Certified Professional Life Coach and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner from the Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaching (IPEC). She also has completed a Certificate of Specialized Training, in Grief Following Trauma from the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF). She also received her Bachelor degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute, and had a long career as an art director. Sharon works with individuals, their caregivers and staff who have or have had a life changing event such as cancer.

Being surrounded by cancer spanning 50 years, Sharon has “lived the experience”. Nine women in her mother’s family have had breast or ovarian cancer, two women on her fathers side, including her mother, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, cousins and her sister. Two girlfriends have also been struck by this disease. Sharon is also BRAC2 positive.

Sharon has developed a process called, Honor, Express, Learn and Practice or better known as H • E • L • P™, to help individuals build their personal Braid of Well-Being™ and flourish in life. She has published articles in Coping with Cancer Magazine, ADDitude Magazine, OpenToHope.com and SelfGrowth.com. This past spring, Sharon along with 2 other expert coaches founded The Cancer Survivorship Coaches Coalition. This organization is dedicated to educating and engaging the cancer community about survivorship programs and how coaching is a meaningful and sustainable resource for creating a new norm.

Sharon brings caring, passion and compassion to her clients through workshops, one-on-one coaching and staff training. Her clients  learn to connect with their core strengths and values, gain a clear picture of themselves, discover how to integrate the changes into their lives in healthy ways and thrive during and afterwards.

In her spare time, you will find Sharon spending time with her husband, children, friends and pets.

It’s been 9-months since I reached out to you for help. My father had just died suddenly and my sister-in-law was struggling with an advanced stage illness.

My brother, Rob and I were caught in a deep despair and grief, which seemed bottomless. When we spoke about coaching, I had no idea what would happen – just that Rob and I needed help; with not only our grief – but also our own disconnect from each other.

Each week we shared our experience and you provided us the space to look at the deeper issues associated with fear and loss. None of it was comfortable at the time; but to say it was helpful or productive would be a huge understatement.

What comes to mind is your enormous generosity of spirit, attention, and support. It’s such an honor to be in the presence of someone such as you – unconditionally accepting me even when I could not do so for myself. Thank you for that gift.

Perhaps the most unexpected experience being in conversation with Rob and you was that it allowed me to see myself as an individual in Rob’s eyes; and not just as the brother he grew up with (including all the baggage). Our relationship took a quantum leap forward.

Now that we are “graduating” from our weekly sessions, I want you to know how important a contribution you have made to my life.

With deep appreciation…

Brian

Brian J. Goldstein

“It’s been 9-months since I reached out to you for help. My father had just died suddenly and my sister-in-law was struggling with an advanced stage illness.

My brother, Rob and I were caught in a deep despair and grief, which seemed bottomless. When we spoke about coaching, I had no idea what would happen – just that Rob and I needed help; with not only our grief – but also our own disconnect from each other.

Each week we shared our experience and you provided us the space to look at the deeper issues associated with fear and loss. None of it was comfortable at the time; but to say it was helpful or productive would be a huge understatement.

What comes to mind is your enormous generosity of spirit, attention, and support. It’s such an honor to be in the presence of someone such as you – unconditionally accepting me even when I could not do so for myself. Thank you for that gift.

Perhaps the most unexpected experience being in conversation with Rob and you was that it allowed me to see myself as an individual in Rob’s eyes; and not just as the brother he grew up with (including all the baggage). Our relationship took a quantum leap forward.

Now that we are “graduating” from our weekly sessions, I want you to know how important a contribution you have made to my life.”

With deep appreciation…

Brian

Brian J. Goldstein

Sharon Roth-Lichtenfeld, CPC, ELI MP, BFA is a Certified Professional Life Coach and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner from the Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaching (IPEC). Sharon works with people and their caregivers who have or have had a life changing even such as a catastrophic illness (Cancer, MS, etc.), divorce, special needs child, death of a loved one.

With over 20 years experience with cancer, 20 years experience as a caregiver, Sharon has “lived the experience”.
Through her personal life changing events including, caring for her mother and 2 very dear friends who passed away from cancer, a son born with special needs and a divorce, Sharon has experienced a lot of growth and transformation . Inspired by the challenges she faced this created a determination to achieve an enriching and fulfilling life. When she asked herself what that means to her – the immediate answer was “to help people”, and GoodGrief was created.
She has developed a process called, Honoring, Experience, Learn and Practice or better known as H • E • L • P.  Along with her personal experience, understanding, professional background, and coaching skills  this enabls her to achieve dramatic results when working with individuals or groups.
Sharon brings caring, passion and compassion to her clients through workshops, one-on-one coaching and teleclasses. Her purpose is to inspire and support others so they can not only manage, but thrive in the face of change and adversity.
She received her Bachelor degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute, and had a long career as an art director.
Sharon is involved with the steering committee for special education in her local school district. She is a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), New Jersey Professional Coaches Association, National Association of Woman Business Owners (NAWBO), Transformations Holistic Learning Center, South Jersey Wellness Council and Powerful You! Woman’s Network.

Sharon Roth-Lichtenfeld, CPC, ELI MP, BFA is an ICF (International Coaching Federation) Certified Professional Life Coach and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner from the Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaching (IPEC). She also has completed a Certificate of Specialized Training, in Grief Following Trauma from the International Critical Incident Stress Foundation (ICISF). She also received her Bachelor degree in Graphic Design from Pratt Institute, and had a long career as an art director. Sharon works with anyone who’s lives have been touched by cancer including, survivors, previvors, caregivers and staff .

Being surrounded by cancer spanning 50 years, Sharon has “lived the experience”. Nine women in her mother’s family have had breast or ovarian cancer, two women on her fathers side, including her mother, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, cousins and her sister. Two girlfriends have also been struck by this disease. She is also BRAC2 positive and a previvor. Sharon has also been through the emotional upheaval of a separation and divorce while raising her young children, a special needs son and daughter.

Sharon has developed a process called, Honor, Express, Learn and Practice or better known as
H • E • L • P™, to help individuals build their personal Braid of Well-Being™ and flourish in life. She has published articles in Coping with Cancer Magazine, ADDitude Magazine, OpenToHope.com and SelfGrowth.com. This past spring, Sharon along with 2 other expert coaches founded The Cancer Survivorship Coaches Coalition. This organization is dedicated to educating and engaging the cancer community about survivorship programs and how coaching is a meaningful and sustainable resource for creating a new norm.

Sharon brings caring, passion and compassion to her clients through her Thrivership programs, workshops, one-on-one coaching and staff training. Her clients discover how to integrate the changes into their lives in healthy ways so they can go from surviving to  thriving from the inside out.

In her spare time, you will find Sharon spending time with her husband, children, friends and pets.

Sharon is involved with the steering committee for special education in her local school district. She is a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), New Jersey Professional Coaches Association, Philadelphia Area Coaches Alliance (PACA),  Wellspouse Organization, The National Family Caregivers Association, Cancer Coalition of Gloucester County, CHADD, Council Member for Regional Family Support Council #8 for Family Members of the Developmental Disabled, Association for Death Education and Counseling® (ADEC), NJ Hospice Organization and Powerful You! Woman’s Network and Interconnections.

Testimonials

“I have had the pleasure of working with Sharon Roth-Lichtenfeld recently as a guest group leader for our caregiver café group for the Caregivers Coalition of Morris County. Sharon is a truly talented group leader who is able to work with group members with an ease that is both warm and engaging. She was able to work with a fairly large group and managed to allow everyone to have ample time to share their thoughts and feelings while asking focused questions. Sharon was able to handle diversity with grace and ease and was sensitive to participants of all backgrounds. I would welcome her to facilitate a group or speak on issues related to caregiving in the future as I felt she listened to my description of the audience and she welcomes the opportunity to tailor her material to fit the needs of the group. Thank You Sharon.”
Lori Rubin, Caregivers Coalition of Morris County

Dear Sharon,

It’s been 9-months since I reached out to you for help. My father had just died suddenly and my sister-in-law was struggling with an advanced stage illness. My brother, Rob and I were caught in a deep despair and grief, which seemed bottomless. When we spoke about coaching, I had no idea what would happen – just that Rob and I needed help; with not only our grief – but also our own disconnect from each other.

Each week we shared our experience and you provided us the space to look at the deeper issues associated with fear and loss. None of it was comfortable at the time; but to say it was helpful or productive would be a huge understatement. What comes to mind is your enormous generosity of spirit, attention, and support. It’s such an honor to be in the presence of someone such as you – unconditionally accepting me even when I could not do so for myself. Thank you for that gift.

Perhaps the most unexpected experience being in conversation with Rob and you was that it allowed me to see myself as an individual in Rob’s eyes; and not just as the brother he grew up with (including all the baggage). Our relationship took a quantum leap forward. Now that we are “graduating” from our weekly sessions, I want you to know how important a contribution you have made to my life. With deep appreciation…
Brian J. Goldstein

“Sharon has been instrumental to me since I have been diagnosed with cancer. She has supported me in so many ways. Her understanding and compassion are one of the many qualities that are so very special. Through her listening and with humor Sharon has helped me see things in a whole new light.”
Juana Giglio, Cancer Patient

“Sharon is an excellent teacher and coach. She has helped me learn to take care of myself and to be a better caregiver. Her tools are unique and creative!”
Pat Thompson, Caregiver

I attended one of Sharon’s workshops,
it was exciting and engaging!
The card game tool was really helpful
and a great way to help others.
Not one thing was missing from this workshop.

“I attended one of Sharon’s workshops, it was exciting and engaging! The card game tool was really helpful and a great way to help others. Not one thing was missing from this workshop.”
Thomas Emmet, Prostate Cancer Survivor and Fascilitator of ACS Prostate Support Group

“I have been working with Sharon to move forward in my life since the death of my husband. I have found her to be a masterful coach who supports you in finding your inner most fears and resolving them one by one. She is loving, understanding and with her guidance you create and live the life you always wanted.”
Helen J Burton, CEC, ACC – Founder and Facilitator of the Coaches’ Coaching Circle

“Sharon is one of the most remarkable coaches. She has helped me deal with many painful and difficult personal situations. Her compassionate approach and kindness shines through, making it easy to confide in her. Given her great listening skills, she has been able to help me take charge of my own life better than ever. I love Sharon.”
Lori Friedman, Special Education Consultant Play Specialist

“Sharon was my Wizard of Oz to the Scarecrow, enabled him the insights and brains he already had.”
David Weisman, Brandscience