ABOUT
TAMARA
RAMIREZ
A Bit About Me
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My Path
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My journey to life coaching and spiritual direction is woven from a rich tapestry of professional and personal experiences. I began my nursing career in oncology and post-partum care, eventually finding my true calling in hospice nursing. Balancing the emotionally challenging hours of hospice care with raising a family, I've faced my share of challenges, grief, and loss.
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One of the most profound experiences in my life has been caring for my daughter as she struggled with a serious mental illness. This personal journey through grief and resilience has deepened my understanding of sorrow and the importance of compassionate support.
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My Training
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In 2018, I pursued advanced training in spiritual direction, earning a Master’s in Spiritual Formation from Richmond Graduate University and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from Southern Methodist University. Finally, in 2023, I began earning my ACC through the International Coaching Federation (ICF). This period of growth and learning allowed me to integrate my nursing background with spiritual care, offering a wholistic approach to those in need.​​
My Work at CODE YOU
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In 2020, I met Phyllis Morton, a fellow nurse and Spiritual Director, at a contemplative hiking group. Together, we created CODE YOU. CODE YOU is a non-profit organization that offers wholistic care to healthcare professionals who face feelings of apathy, isolation, and compassion fatigue.
We do this by helping healthcare professionals develop their spiritual plan of care, find a deepening connection with God, and restore their hearts and souls. We provide tools and support as they learn spiritual practices like breath prayer, gratitude journaling, in-the-car Yoga, meditative hikes, and art-based healing practices.
OVERFLOW
LIFE
Overflow Life — My Mission
At The Overflow Life, my mission is to provide a safe and supportive space for nurses and others in transition. Whether you're seeking discernment, feeling stuck, or navigating complex emotions like grief, anger, or isolation, I am here to walk alongside you. My services blend personalized coaching with spiritual direction, offering a unique approach to empowerment, connection, and healing transformation.
My greatest passion is to see lives transformed through the healing of relationships with God, others, self, and creation.​
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DETAILS
FAQs
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Rate
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My rate is a suggested donation to CODE YOU of $50 per session
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What is the Difference Between Spiritual Direction and Coaching
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Whether you choose Spiritual Direction, Coaching, or a hybrid, my practice integrates professional guidance with spiritual care, addressing the whole person.
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Spiritual Direction: Spiritual direction is about exploring your spiritual journey and deepening your relationship with the divine. It's a reflective process that helps you discern and respond to the spiritual movements in your life. If you're seeking greater meaning, purpose, and connection in your life, spiritual direction offers a sacred space to explore these profound aspects.​
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Coaching: Coaching focuses on helping you achieve specific personal or professional goals. It's action-oriented, with a clear plan and steps to get you from where you are to where you want to be. Whether you're looking to advance your career, improve your relationships, or enhance your personal growth, coaching provides the structure and support you need to make it happen.​
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What to Expect
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Sessions run for about 55 minutes. The typical frequency of Spiritual Direction sessions is monthly, while coaching is twice a month.
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We will begin with a short time of silence or prayer to help us center ourselves and become fully present.
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I will mostly listen during our time together. If you don’t have anything specific, you’d like to discuss. I may direct our time by asking a question or two or even allowing for some silence— to create space for both of us to rest and listen. ​​