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Kevin Gallagher, VIP California, Life Coach in Southern California

Kevin Gallagher

Founder of VIP California

Serving clients in Southern California

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A dedicated professional with 17 years devoted to young people and families. Born in Cambridge, England, Kevin has worked globally mentoring teenagers in diverse settings, including residential care homes, schools, colleges and private homes. 

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Kevin's extensive experience includes successfully implementing personalized coaching and mentoring programs worldwide. His primary expertise lies in the care and behavioral aspects of childcare and holistic well-being, with a proven track record in crisis intervention and educational support.

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Holder of the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) Level 5 qualifications in Coaching, Mentoring, Leadership, and Management, Kevin spent seven years as a Combat Medic in The British Army, serving on the frontline in Afghanistan alongside The United States Marine Corp (USMC). His diverse skill set, coupled with a passion for adventure and helping people, positions him as the ideal partner for families seeking a dedicated advocate for their children's growth and development.

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Kevin looks forward to leveraging his extensive experience and coaching and mentoring skills to support your unique needs.

 Connect with Kevin on LinkedIn.

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Exciting News - We're expanding!

At VIP California, we are thrilled to announce that we are expanding our team and looking for passionate individuals to join us as Life Coaches and Activity Leaders. If you have a strong desire to make a positive impact in people's lives and are dedicated to helping others achieve their goals, we want to hear from you!

Lifecoach job

Join Our Team as a Life Coach or Activity Leader!

Who we are looking for?

Life Coaches

We are seeking certified Life Coaches who are committed to helping clients set and achieve meaningful goals, overcome challenges, and create positive changes in their lives.

Activity Leaders

If you have a passion for leading fun and engaging activities that promote well-being and personal growth, we want you to join our team as an Activity Leader.

How to apply?

If you are enthusiastic, empathetic, and dedicated to supporting others in their personal development journey, we invite you to get in touch asap!

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  • What if we start a program and it's not working out?
    It is important that all parties feel confident about the working relationship before the agreement is signed. As part of the contracting phase we'll need to meet the immediate family. This way we will be able to establish everyone's needs and the desired outcomes. There may be a requirement to meet several times and even implement a trial period.
  • What are your coaching and mentoring prices?
    Packages are bespoke and start from $125 per hour for our session based program and depend on duration, frequency and location. Face to face sessions are more productive, but online sessions are available. ​ Face to face sessions are approximately two hours in duration and are usually conducted in the family home. Sessions occasionally incorporate a walk in the local park or a visit to a cafe, wherever the child is most comfortable! ​ Daily and weekly rates are available upon request.
  • What is the process?
    After you have made contact with us you'll be sent a detailed email outlining the entire process. We will ask you to complete a referral form before we schedule a video or voice call. On this call you'll learn about our skills and experience, and we can learn about your reasons for seeking a coach and mentor. If you would like to explore our services further, then we will then arrange a face-to-face appointment.
  • Are you trained in child protection?
    Yes, we're fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children in our care. We hold up-to-date child protection certificates. We can also provide detailed, checkable references. We hold a safeguarding policy statement, risk assessments and we're fully insured and adhere to a code of ethics.
  • What age group do you coach and mentor?
    We coach and mentor young adults/teens. Kevin started his career working with 'at risk' teenage girls in a residential care setting and has worked in school's, college's and family homes.
  • Do you offer online coaching?
    Yes, but only once a solid mentoring relationship has been established through face to face contact. We also coach and mentor parents and private household staff such as nannies, governesses and tutors. Most of these sessions are completed online.
  • Are you a qualified therapist?
    Kevin is not a qualified therapist, he is a level 5 Coach and Mentor. Coaching and mentoring is not therapy or counseling. Coaching is a way of encouraging and supporting someone to achieve a goal or to develop or acquire a skill. We're happy to work in conjunction with other professionals, which may include therapists and psychologists.
  • How long are coaching and mentoring programs?
    Programs can last from 3 to 18 months. We regularly review your needs to make sure that the program is right for you. We have some clients who meet their goals in a shorter time frame and we have clients who enjoy long term support.
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