LIFE COACH AND RELATIONSHIP EXPERT

CHANEL DOKUN

Discover how author and Healthy Minds NYC co-founder Chanel Dokun can help you put language to the life you’re living now and step into the life you’ve been waiting for.

What clients say about Chanel

  • Working with Chanel was an unforgettably impactful experience. I gained a huge amount of clarity into how my personal narrative was both propelling me forward and simultaneously holding me back - and perhaps most importantly, what concrete steps I could take to continue to nurture my own personal evolution.

    -Jessica
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  • Chanel is so wise. Her coaching was well rounded and to-the-point, which I appreciated. I felt like I could be myself in our interactions, and was able to walk away with a true plan for action, even after just one hour!

    -Bethaney W. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • Chanel’s level of empathy was extremely valuable. I never felt judged as I shared my thoughts. She also was an amazing listener who was able to play back ideas in a fresh way that helped to advance thoughts and ideas. Also, her ability to connect the work to God's work made the experience even more special and meaningful.

    -LaToya J. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Meet Chanel Dokun below by watching the short video. Learn more by scrolling through her bio and quick facts about how she can help you.

Watch the video above to meet Chanel Dokun, Life Coach & Relationship Expert.

Learn More About Chanel Dokun—in Her Own Words

Meet author and co-founder of Healthy Minds NYC as she shares more about her approach to helping clients step into the life they’ve been waiting for. In this short video you’ll learn:

  • her best advice for someone starting coaching or therapy

  • how she takes care of her own mental health in NYC

  • why she thinks humor and mental health care work hand in hand

  • and more!

“My favorite part of working with clients is when I see them do something they never thought was possible for themselves.”
— Chanel Dokun, Life Coach & Relationship Expert

ABOUT CHANEL

Chanel Dokun is an Author, Life Coach, and Relationship Expert trained in Marriage and Family Therapy. As a coach, she specializes in helping clients design a life rooted in their unique purpose. Her transformational coaching approach is outlined in her book Life Starts Now: How to Create the Life You’ve Been Waiting For. As Co-Founder of Healthy Minds NYC, she also leads our 5-star Marriage Prep premarital counseling program that helps couples throughout the United States build a solid foundation for a satisfying marriage.

  • WHAT IT’S LIKE WORKING WITH CHANEL

    Clients enjoy working with Chanel because of her warm, insightful, and practical style. She has a gift for helping clients put language to their experience and strategically guiding them to take action so they can create positive change in their lives.

    COACHING ROOTED IN QUALITY THERAPEUTIC TRAINING

    Chanel uses an integrated approach, drawing from Gottman, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy, among other modalities. With training in spiritual integration, Chanel enjoys honoring and interweaving clients’ spiritual backgrounds in care when requested and helpful to their thriving.

    SHE UNDERSTANDS YOUR WORLD

    Prior to her work in mental health care and coaching, Chanel worked in publishing at Hearst Magazines, gaining a rich NYC corporate understanding. She has also been a leader in nonprofit work in New York City and Atlanta. Chanel has been quoted in The New York Times, Real Simple, Essence, and more. She received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in English and Biblical Studies from Biola University and her Master's Degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Nyack College.

    Click here to download a free chapter (PDF or audiobook) of Life Starts Now by Chanel Dokun today!

Areas of Specialization

  • Life Coaching and Life Planning

  • Executive and Career Coaching

  • Spirituality

  • Interpersonal Conflict

  • Relationship Challenges and Enrichment

Clinical Style

  • Insightful and warm

  • Relatable and provides practical guidance for strategic growth

Therapeutic Modalities

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

  • Psychodynamic Therapy

  • Gottman Method

  • Emotions-Focused Therapy

Education & Training

  • Psychology and Biblical Studies at Biola University

  • Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy at Alliance Graduate School of Counseling

Advanced Training & Certification

  • Certified in Gottman Method

  • Certified in premarital counseling through Prepare Enrich and SYMBIS (Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts)

Fun Facts

Outside of work, Chanel recharges by sipping on honey lavendar lattes while reading a good book. As a former English major, she loves the way language has the power to unlock new pathways in our minds and hearts. Ask her about the time she made Oprah laugh in a segment or when she walked on fire with Tony Robbins when you start working with her in coaching.

“Language constructs reality. The words we use to describe our lives can unlock the bounds of what’s possible for us to experience.”
- Chanel Dokun

Ready to get started?

Book your first session with our team by scheduling a free consultation call with the Healthy Minds NYC care coordinator. During this complimentary call, we’ll explore your exact care needs to ensure your provider is the right fit for your goals, style, and availability.

 FAQs About Chanel Dokun

Find answers to common questions we are asked regarding working with Chanel Dokun at Healthy Minds NYC.

  • At Healthy Minds NYC, we believe the right therapist is essential to your mental health journey. That's why we require all clients to start with a free consultation call. Our experienced team will take the time to understand your unique needs and match you with a therapist who can help you achieve your goals. Don't wait to prioritize your mental health - schedule your consultation call today.

  • Our care coordinator can help you decide if therapy or coaching is the right approach for you. Therapy is primarily centered on resolving past wounds and making sense of your lived experience to get you to a place of stronger mental health. Coaching is more present and future-focused equipping you to overcome hurdles and take action toward the life you want.

  • Chanel is trained as a marriage and family therapist. While she has a rich experience in providing couples therapy, she focuses on relationship enrichment sessions for couples and life or executive coaching for individuals.

  • During this call we will create a care plan you can sustain by discussing the following:

    • the goals and preferences you have for therapy

    • the right therapist for you based on your needs and style

    • the schedule for your first session (virtual or in-person) and frequency of sessions

    • details about your out-of-pocket cost and insurance

    • any questions you may have regarding care so you’re confident to begin.

  • Premarital counseling and life coaching do not have a CPT code or clinical diagnosis attached to them. As a result, these services are not covered by insurance and cannot be submitted for reimbursement to your insurance provider.

  • Healthy Minds NYC is an out-of-network provider. However, we do work with many major insurance plans. Visit our rates and insurance page here to learn how we can help you utilize your insurance benefits to reduce out-of-pocket costs.