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About me

I know firsthand what it’s like to go through hard times. There have been points in my life when everything felt overwhelming and out of balance, and it took patience and care to find my way back to self-compassion, purpose, and connection. My journey has led me into many different communities and situations, from supporting people in crisis and trauma to living and working in places where I sometimes felt invisible. My approach brings together my own healing and years of experience in behavioral health, cross-cultural conflict resolution, living abroad, and leading wilderness expeditions. These experiences help me connect with others in a genuine and caring way. For nearly twenty years, I have supported people facing homelessness, addiction, crisis, marginalization, and generational trauma. No matter where I work, I try to create a steady, respectful space where people can reconnect with what matters most to them. I also understand what it’s like to feel unseen or underrepresented at work and in life. That’s why this practice is here for anyone who is struggling to find their way, particularly people of color and LGBTQ individuals who have faced hardship in places that did not fully recognize them.


Portrait of Path of Wisdom founder in Portland, Oregon.

Complementing my own life experience, this practice is grounded in professional training and ongoing learning:

  • Master's degree in Conflict Analysis and Resolution, with a focus on inclusive peacebuilding at George Mason University.

  • PCC-level coaching credentials through the International Coaching Federation

  • Certified 6 Seconds Emotional Intelligence Coach and Advanced Facilitator

  • Trauma-informed, restorative approach centered on safety, accountability, and reconnection.

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“I help people overwhelmed with managing life’s complex demands find clarity and direction, so they can move forward grounded in their values, strengths, and purpose."

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From Our Clients

  • "Jonathan is a phenomenal coach who has a natural gift for listening and helping people feel heard. His unique ability to ask the right questions to elicit new insights has been very helpful in my journey of healing and self-discovery. His patient guidance has been instrumental in guiding me to tremendous positive personal and professional growth this year."

    Forrest S.

    Consultant

  • "Jonathan and I worked together during one of the lowest points in my life. Through his compassion, thoughtful questions, and insight, he helped me reflect, grow, build skills, and navigate life’s challenges more effectively. The positive changes have stayed with me even after coaching ended. If you're struggling in this crazy world, I highly recommend working with him."

    Shayan H.

    Chiropractor

  • "Jonathan Strong is an incredibly gifted and talented coach. His presence is immediately calming, and he uses this peace to establish earnest and genuine rapport, which in turn leads to deeply reflective conversations. Jonathan has the incredible ability to intuit an individual's concerns and help them reflect and define the path forward. He doesn't fix their problems for them, rather, he empowers them to own their success! I cannot recommend Jonathan strongly enough; he's an incredible human!"

    Luke A.

    High School Principal

  • "Jonathan provided a mirror for me at one of my most vulnerable times. It was that mirror that became the catalyst for my journey of growth. I will forever be grateful for him meeting me at my lowest and seeing the beauty and strength still within needing to be seen! His process is about moving from external validation to intrinsic motivation. I learned how to face life on its own terms with a sense of satisfaction and visualize what I wanted in life. I will always be grateful for our time working together!"

    Leroy A.

    Alutiiq Soap Maker

  • "I feel so lucky that I crossed paths with Jonathan. He creates a space where I can be vulnerable and authentically myself while helping me uncover the deeper roots of my thoughts and emotions. His curiosity and compassion have helped me grow, heal, and become more of the person I’m meant to be."

    D. Ornelas

  • "Jonathan is the most grounded and present coach I’ve worked with. I started working with Jonathan when everything in my life was changing. I was navigating health issues, the end of a 20-year music career, and a painful breakup. He is understanding, gentle, and kind, while staying in his lane as he supports you through whatever you’re facing. He never made me feel psychoanalyzed. Working with him changed how I viewed my circumstances and helped me find my power. A year later, I’m better than I could have imagined."

    D. Rueda

    Musician

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‍ FAQ

  • We start with what is real for you right now: what you have been carrying, where you feel stretched thin, and where things feel out of sync. Our sessions follow a gentle, steady rhythm that fits your life. There is a framework to guide us, but our conversations stay flexible and responsive to what you need most. We move at a pace that respects your needs and never rushes change. Together, we pause to notice emotions, beliefs, and patterns, letting them gently guide your next steps.

  • The consultation is a place to explore that together. We can talk about what you need, what this work offers, and whether it feels like a good fit, without any pressure to decide quickly.

  • No. You do not need a neat story or a clear goal. Part of our work can be figuring out what feels most important to focus on right now.

  • No. Many people come when something feels off, unsustainable, or quietly painful, even if life still looks okay on the outside—especially when they have been carrying that pain while navigating racism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, or other forms of exclusion and erasure in the places they live and work.

  • Individual sessions are 60-minutes. For the period we work together there’s no fixed timeline. Some people come for a short period of clarity and grounding; others work with me over time as their leadership, work, or life evolves. We regularly pause to reflect and adjust, so the work remains responsive and reciprocal.

  • My work is relationship-based, not one-size-fits-all. Pricing reflects the scope, depth, and context of the work we’re doing together, and is discussed transparently once we’ve clarified what support would be most meaningful for you

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