Helping Build Courage One Step at a Time

How It Works

My approach is based in behavioral science and focuses on graduated exposure—a proven method for reducing fear and avoidance. That means:

• Breaking challenges into small, manageable steps

• Building confidence through success and coping skills, not pressure

• Moving at a pace that feels safe and achievable

I believe courage is not about forcing someone through fear—it’s about preparing them to take the next step.

Since every individual moves at their own pace, we work together to create progress that feels meaningful and sustainable.

My Approach

What I Do

As your Courage Coach, I am passionate about supporting you and your family face the everyday fears that get in the way of daily life.

Whether it’s avoiding haircuts or automatic hand dryers, feeling overwhelmed around dogs, or struggling with new or unfamiliar situations, I use structured, supportive strategies to help build confidence over time.

Assessment and Rapport Building

First, an in-depth interview is conducted to better understand the client’s unique strengths and challenges, including their history, triggers and behavior patterns related to the specific fear, while also taking into account personal values and goals. Then 2–3 sessions are spent getting to know the client through play or other low-pressure, preferred activities to build trust and connection as their coach.

Personalized Program Development

Following assessment and rapport-building, an individualized program is designed for the client. This typically includes a systematic plan for gradually facing the fear (often called an exposure hierarchy), and personalized tools for understanding and tracking anxiety, as well as visual supports to strengthen coping skills and resilience.

Direct Therapy Sessions

One-on-one sessions begin using a structured, but gentle step-by-step approach to facing the fear—often in real-world settings. By consistently pairing challenges with positive support, the client learns to replace avoidance with coping skills, resilience, and confidence.

Family Support and Follow Up

Collaboration with family members is done throughout to ensure comfort and alignment. As goals are achieved, targeted caregiver coaching is prioritized to support the carryover and maintenance of newly developed skills and resilience.

What You Can Expect

Carrie Daly is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst known for her clinical skills, calm presence and compassionate nature. She has spent the last two decades supporting individuals with various needs overcome obstacles and learn new skills to live life to the fullest.