Adela Raffa Awareness Coaching & Training
You've done the work.
Now let's make it last.
Coaching, training, and retreats for people who are ready to stop cycling through the same patterns and start living from a different place entirely.
Who This is For
You're not new to this. You've read the books, done the therapy, been to the workshops. You're self-aware, motivated, and good at what you do.
And yet something still feels stuck.
Maybe it's how you communicate under pressure. How you lead your team. How you show up in relationships. How you talk to yourself when nobody's watching.
That's exactly where this work begins.
Awareness is the birthplace of possibility. Everything starts here.
What Adela Does
Adela Raffa is an international coach, speaker, and facilitator with 20 years of experience helping individuals and teams get out of their own way.
Her approach combines Gestalt therapy, NLP, and mindfulness, not as techniques to apply, but as a way of seeing yourself more clearly so you can choose differently.
She works with people 1:1, in small groups, in corporate settings, and on retreat in Croatia and Sweden.
WAYS TO WORK TOGETHER
Personal Growth 1:1 coaching, intensives, and online courses for people ready to do honest inner work.
Business & Leadership Mindset, communication, and team dynamics for small business owners and their teams.
Retreats Immersive experiences in Croatia and the mountains for women ready to step away and go deeper.
“Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.”
– Carl Jung
“I can personally attest to the transformative impact Adela has had on my team and me. Her wisdom and guidance have been life-changing, not only for me personally but for my entire team. The knowledge and insights I have gained through her coaching have helped me grow in ways I never imagined, both personally and professionally.
Adela’s awareness training has empowered my team to develop stronger relationships, improve communication,and achieve higher levels of success. She’s the person who helps you see the blind spots while you’re driving through your life journey, offering clarity and perspective when you need it most. We are forever grateful for the tools and transformative growth we’ve experienced with her support. Adela has truly made a lasting impact on our lives.”
– Galin Vinasco, Vinasco Insurance Agency Inc.,State Farm
Current Offerings
Next class Thursdays 4 week class June 4, 11, 18 & 25 2026 at 9:00-10:00 AM EST
“Adela's Confident Communication course was one the best courses I've taken! The information is SO applicable to both my work and personal life. Within the first few sessions I already felt like a more confident and effective communicator. Adela's ability to succinctly deliver the tools and techniques was wonderful. I'd highly recommend this course to anyone looking to improve their communication skills! (Which should be everyone!)”
– Erik Lingvall - Founder, Catapult Acting Studios
Learn how you unconsciously influence your thoughts, feelings and behaviors and those of others. You’ll become aware of inner and outer dialogue and learn how to use words, tone and body language in a conscious way.
When you become aware of patterns you will have more choices and freedom.
We focus on solutions, not problems. Instead of asking, “What’s wrong with me?” or “Why can’t I change?,” we ask, “How do I want to change?” and “What inner resources will get me there?”
Skills and techniques you will be learning include:
Transforming the way you think
Identifying and changing limiting assumptions
Accessing your inner resources
Developing greater rapport building skills
Recognizing verbal and non verbal patterns of influence
Plus the 4 Pillars of NLP
“I recently took Adela’s confident communicator course and it has had a great impact on my life.I began the course not knowing how to approach those difficult situations we sometimes come across and having a hard time communicating my feelings to others. I ended the course with tools on how to become a better listener, a better communicator, be more flexible and how to view conflict as an opportunity for growth instead of something negative. Most importantly, I gained more awareness of myself, my thoughts, my styles of communication and others. I challenge myself to take a step back and see things as they simply are and not the story I create. I feel so appreciative of Adela for everything she taught in the class. I learn so much from her every time and I deeply believe this is her gift to the world.”
-Ana Miranda, Farmers Insurance Agent/ Owner
Learn to stay present, emotionally intelligent, and confident in real time conversations.
Upcoming dates: July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 @8:30-9:45 AM EST
Confident Communication Part II is a four week advanced series designed for people who want to go beyond communication techniques and understand what is really happening inside conversations.
This course explores how psychology and communication work together in real time. You will learn
how the nervous system states shape interactions
how deeper listening changes outcomes
how presence and emotional intelligence influence trust, clarity, and connection
Through practical tools and awareness-based practice, you will learn to stay calm under pressure, course correct in the moment, and communicate with greater confidence and intention in both professional and personal relationships.
This program is for anyone ready to move toward a wise adult way of relating. Confident, competent, calm, and emotionally intelligent communication that creates stronger relationships and better results.
Upcoming Dates: July 1, 8, 15 & 22, 2026 @8:30-9:45 AM EST
Who is this for
This course is for you if you want to:
Communicate with more confidence and emotional intelligence
Stay calm and present during difficult conversations
Understand how nervous system patterns affect communication
Build stronger trust and rapport in professional or personal relationships
Move beyond scripts and communicate with greater awareness
What you will walk away with
Tools to recognize and regulate nervous system activation in conversations
Deeper listening skills that help you understand what is happening beneath the words
Real-time course correction skills when conversations become tense or unclear
Greater presence and confidence while communicating
Communication strategies that build trust, clarity, and connection
How this course is different
This is not a script-based communication course. The focus is on awareness, emotional intelligence, and understanding the psychology behind interactions so you can communicate effectively in real time.
FORMAT
Four live weekly Zoom sessions
Interactive and awareness-based with practical application
Small group format to support discussion and practice
Recommended Prerequisite
Completion of Confident Communicator Part I or equivalent experience is recommended.
Fall Retreat for Women
Weekend Women's Retreat Fall 2026
A fully curated, high-touch weekend for women who are ready to step away from everything and come back to themselves.
Small group. Luxury accommodations. Transformational workshops. Good food. Real conversation.
Dates coming soon. Spaces limited to 8 women.
Reserve your spot!
The empty chair immersion offers a unique and powerful therapeutic experience by providing a symbolic space for you to engage with your inner world, unresolved issues, or significant relationships. You’ll have the opportunity to externalize internal conflicts, making them more tangible and accessible for exploration.
This immersive practice encourages authentic expression of emotions, thoughts, and unspoken voices, cultivating a dynamic dialogue that can lead to profound insights and emotional release. The immersion is approx. 2.5-3 hours with short breaks as needed.
New to Working with Adela?
If you haven't worked with Adela before, we recommend scheduling a couple of individual sessions to establish a foundation of trust and understanding.
Ready to embark on your personal transformation journey? Schedule a session with Adela and take the first step towards understanding, acceptance, and healing.
“Lose your Mind & Come to your senses” Women’s Retreat in Croatia Sept 4-11, 2026
Relax, Rejuvenate & Refresh your senses! Enjoy 7 nights and 8 days of exploration.
In a true “Gestalt Experience,” this retreat is Curated to Nurture your Body, Mind, Spirit & Emotions in Kastel Luksic, near Split, Croatia.
A journey within while you explore the Beautiful Dalmatian Coast, taste the local cuisine and immerse yourself in the culture.
Featured Course
The Art of Adulting: 5 Keys to Self Mastery
$187 | Self paced Learning| Includes a workbook
A self-paced online course to dig deeper and explore the 5 keys to Adulting. Develop your Inner Authority that will serve as a GPS through this journey called Life.
Your Take Away:
The 5 Keys to Adulting Model
A Roadmap to Self Mastery
Tools and resources for the journey