Have you spent a lifetime hustling and striving to be all the world told you to be, and now feel pulled toward something that’s entirely, unapologetically yours?
Hi! I’m Tracy.
As a life coach, I’ve made it my mission to help accomplished women, like you, discover their true passion, fully step into their power, and shine.
Hi! I’m Tracy.
As a life coach, I’ve made it my mission to help accomplished women, like you, discover their true passion, fully step into their power, and shine.
Is this you?
You have a history of being adventurous and making bold moves, yet lately you feel stuck and stagnant.
You’re restless and tired of the grind, but you’re not quite sure what will help you feel more alive and energized.
You know what you want—a business, a leap, a passion finally pursued—but fear and self-doubt keep talking you out of it.
Sister, you can start here!
I understand the all-too-common trap of chasing goals based on what the world says you should want, only to chase them and still feel something meaningful is missing.
The thing that’s missing? It’s you— your passion, your true vision, your unfulfilled dreams.
I know it’s not easy, but you don’t have to go it alone. I’ve been there before, and I want the journey to be easier and much more enjoyable for you!
And here’s what I also know: something in you is waking up. A pull toward something bigger, bolder, and entirely your own. Fear and self-doubt may be holding you back — but that spark? That’s real. And it is absolutely worth chasing.
If you’re ready to explore what lights you up, I can help. I am an experienced life coach, and I’ve poured everything I know into my programs to help you gain clarity, cultivate feelings of self-worth and self-confidence, & establish new goals that will give you a rush of excitement and a fulfilling sense of purpose.
My programs offer all the components necessary to help you succeed:
The first step to working together is to schedule a complimentary consultation.
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Tracy Baranauskas
Life Coach for Women
I’m Tracy Baranauskas, and I help courageous women, like you, realize their power, activate their true potential, and shine! As a former social worker who worked in the community mental health field for much of my career, I have always found joy in helping my clients discover and embrace their unique gifts and talents. However, in 2014, my self-concept took a hard hit that left me reeling. I felt stuck, scared, and devastated. Moving Forward Life Coaching was born from my determined resolve to come back wiser and stronger—and support other women in their journey to confidently share their light with the world!
Are you still wondering if this is right for you? Here are some answers to common questions about life coaching…
Why do you specialize in coaching women?
While everyone can benefit from hiring life coaches, as women, we often find ourselves living up to other people’s expectations.
So often, my clients are successful women living inauthentic lives based on standards set by other people, society, and familial expectations. They’ve put the needs of others ahead of their own goals and continue to put their dreams on the back burner—until now. One of the biggest gifts we can give ourselves, and the world, is the courage to stop shrinking and start shining. Everyone has gifts to share, and it is my passion to help women share theirs.
Is hiring a life coach worth it?
I believe in the benefits of life coaching so much that I continue working with my own coach today! But, just don’t take it from me. I encourage you to check out the client feedback on my “real results” page to learn about what my clients say about coaching with me.
My client, Devon, came to me at a crossroads. She was ready to leave her job and start her own business. But she was unsure of how to take that leap. Today, she’s the proud owner of Zoomies Chicago. This kind of transformation is available for you, too.
Whether you have a passion project keeping you up at night, a business idea you just can’t stop thinking about, a career change that’s been calling your name, or you’re ready to level up in a big way―life coaching offers the support and confidence to make it real.
What does a life coach do?
I am life coach for women who are ready to stop playing it safe―whether that means finally launching that business, making a bold career leap, or turning a passion that lights you up into reality.
We start by identifying what you want out of life. Figuring out what you actually want can take some work because often our inner voice is buried under many years of other people’s expectations and opinions.
Once we hone in on your true passions, we’ll set up goals to ensure you focus on the things that light you up. We’ll work on growth opportunities and self-discovery. Everything will be customized to fit your personality and vision.
What does life coaching consist of?
When working together, we first do an initial consultation to talk, ask questions and give you a feel for my coaching style. If we decide we’re good fits for each other, we get to work right away with a two-hour Discovery Session.
During the Discovery Session, we create a precise vision for your experience. We clarify what you want for your life and map out our work together. We also identify your values, explore your strengths and abilities, and consider the limiting beliefs and obstacles that are in your way.
After the Discovery Session, then it’s full speed ahead! We continue our work via weekly private coaching sessions to ensure we’re staying on top of your goals and checking in on progress. All sessions are remote using the Zoom app, so our time is flexible and convenient!
How is a life coach different from a therapist?
Generally speaking, a therapist’s role is to help you heal from the past, while a life coach’s focus is more about guiding you to create “future you.” That being said, our work together will include helping you to understand how your past has contributed to your present situation, and re-framing limiting beliefs that are no longer working for you.
While life coaching is supportive, it is not therapy or any other type of mental health care. It is distinct from therapy or counseling because it is not designed to address psychological issues.
Coaching is not intended to be a replacement for counseling, psychiatric interventions, or treatment for mental illness or substance abuse.
How do I choose the right life coach?
I offer a complimentary consultation before we begin to get to know each other and see if we would be a good fit. This consultation gives you a chance to ask questions and know what I’m about and if my coaching style might be right for you. Taking the first steps towards changing your life can be scary, but I have your back! By scheduling this consultation, you are taking big, bold action towards helping future you and finding the life you are meant to live.
Ready for the next steps? I am looking forward to hearing from you and discussing your future, awesome, and authentic life! The world is waiting for you to show up and shine, and I would be honored to share your journey with you.
When you start moving toward what truly lights you up, everything else tends to shift too — your energy, your confidence, your relationships, your sense of self. That’s not a side effect. It’s the beautiful nature of transformation.
This has been the best investment I ever made in myself.
The most important thing that people should know about life coaching with Tracy is that IT WORKS! I came to Tracy with an idea that I wanted to make some radical changes in my life and live the life of my dreams and she was my guide. She kept me accountable, motivated, and focused through the process and the bumps along the way. This has been the best investment I ever made in myself.
I would encourage anyone feeling lost, or stuck, or without purpose to reach out and meet with her.
I have been working closely with Tracy @ Moving Forward Life Coaching for over a year dealing with a tragic and sudden loss in my life. I credit Tracy for helping me heal, inspiring me to make life changes, and to find joy again. Tracy is very encouraging and can break down things in a way that you can move on from the story you’ve been telling yourself for years. I would encourage anyone feeling lost, or stuck, or without purpose to reach out and meet with her.
If you work with Tracy, be ready for change and new opportunities.
If you work with Tracy, you better be ready for change and new opportunities. She will be your biggest cheerleader and encourager as she pushes you right out of your comfort zone. Doing the work has challenged and changed my beliefs in such a positive way about myself, what I’m capable of, and what goals I want to spend my time pursuing.
I am having fun in life instead of just hustling every single day.
My goals were to lose a little bit of weight and start healthier habits, and I am proud to say that I have lost a total of 14 lbs. I’ve stopped self-isolating. I am now networking. Not only am I able to comfortably speak about my business, but I truly feel a lot more confident meeting people. I am going out, and I am having fun in life instead of just hustling every single day.
Tracy is the best life coach I’ve ever worked with.
She’s incredibly intuitive, so motivating, encouraging, and compassionate. She’s helped me in so many ways that I wasn’t even expecting—so not just with my business, but also for living a really fulfilling life.
Everything has only gotten better—my mindset, my confidence, my energy, and YES, my finances.
It’s freaking REAL. I am so grateful for the privilege of working with Tracy, and I HIGHLY recommend her coaching to every woman who has big dreams and wants to become the authentic person who can make them happen.
