Linda R. McFadden, founder of The Science and The Soul, blends scientific understanding with spiritual and energetic healing to help individuals achieve deep emotional transformation through a trauma-informed lens. With a Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology and over 30 years of experience, she integrates trauma-informed psychology, somatic practices, and subconscious rewiring to help clients release deep-seated wounds at the root level.
Her unique approach combines neuroscience, quantum principles, and energetic healing to create lasting change. Drawing from broad psychological, spiritual, somatic techniques, Linda guides clients to rewire limiting subconscious patterns, regulate their nervous system, and step into personal empowerment.
Formal Education
• Registered Psychotherapist (RP)– College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario, 2016.
• Master's Degree (M.Ed) in Applied Psychology – University of Toronto (OISE), 1993.
• Degree in Psychology (B.A.) Honours – York University – Dean’s Honour Roll, 1989.
• Institute for Imago Therapy – Certification in Relationship Therapy, 2000.
• Michael Newton Institute – Certification in Life Between Lives Regression, (L.Blt) 2007.
• Ontario Hypnosis Centre – Certification in Hypnotherapy and Past Lives (C.Ht), 2006.
• Coaching services do not fall under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) or the Psychotherapy Act.
• No diagnostic tools or clinical interventions will be used.
• Coaching clients are not considered psychotherapy clients and will not receive clinical mental health treatment under this agreement.
If at any time you or I determine that psychotherapy or mental health treatment is more appropriate, I will provide appropriate referrals or we may discuss entering into a separate therapeutic relationship, subject to a new consent form and professional obligations.

Purpose of This Agreement
This document serves as informed consent for coaching services and is intended to clarify the distinction between coaching and psychotherapy, outline the scope of services offered, and ensure mutual understanding regarding the nature of our work together.
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Coaching Defined
Coaching is a collaborative, client-directed process designed to support individuals in achieving personal, spiritual, or professional goals. Coaching is future-focused and may include strategies to increase self-awareness, motivation, alignment with values, and fulfillment in various areas of life.
Coaching does not involve the assessment, diagnosis, or treatment of mental health conditions, and it is not a regulated health service.
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Distinction from Psychotherapy
Although I am a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), I am not acting in that role while providing coaching services.
• Coaching services do not fall under the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA) or the Psychotherapy Act.
• No diagnostic tools or clinical interventions will be used.
• Coaching clients are not considered psychotherapy clients and will not receive clinical mental health treatment under this agreement.
If at any time you or I determine that psychotherapy or mental health treatment is more appropriate, I will provide appropriate referrals or we may discuss entering into a separate therapeutic relationship, subject to a new consent form and professional obligations.
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Scope of Coaching Services
As a coach, I may use approaches that include but are not limited to:

• Subconscious mindset techniques.
• Somatic and energy awareness tools.
• Reality Transurfing principles.
• Values clarification.
• Goal setting and vision alignment.
• Emotional intelligence and self-leadership tools.
• Personal growth frameworks (e.g., Hero’s Journey, quantum principles).
These tools are not intended to replace psychotherapy, medical care, or psychiatric treatment.
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Confidentiality
Coaching sessions are confidential. However, because coaching is not a regulated health service, records are not subject to the same protections as psychotherapy files.
Exceptions to confidentiality include:

• When required by law (e.g., subpoena).
• If there is an imminent risk of harm to self or others.
• Disclosure of abuse involving a minor or vulnerable person.
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Client Responsibilities
As a coaching client, you understand and agree that:

• You are responsible for your own decisions, actions, and outcomes.
• Coaching is not a substitute for psychotherapy, legal, financial, or medical advice.
• You will seek appropriate professional help if needed.
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Consent and Acknowledgment
By signing below, you acknowledge that:

• You understand the nature and limitations of coaching services.
• You understand the difference between psychotherapy and coaching.
• You are engaging in coaching services voluntarily.
• You release Linda R. McFadden or The Science and the Soul from any liability associated with coaching services outside of the role of a Registered Psychotherapist.