Results and Praise

“Mariah has supported me and my healing journey in a deep way. Always coming from a place of love and kindness, she listens to my experiences and frustrations with an open heart while providing a plan and path towards self-love. The impact of her coaching has been so profound that I signed up to work with her for a second time. I am so grateful that Mariah provides a safe space for me to face my fears and shadow, and for her loving approach to self-discovery and growth.”

— Camille B.G.

“The six months I spent coaching one on one with Mariah Bess were some of the most productive, fruitful, and healing of my life. Working with Mariah, I was able to step more solidly into my integrity, to honor myself more fully, and in turn, to see more clearly the areas of my life that needed growth, and the areas in which I was already thriving. Mariah was always supportive, always kind, and always on my team, even as she pushed me to do the uncomfortable thing, to create boundaries, and to stand up for what I am worth. I use tools I gained with Mariah daily, and I always think about our work together when I think about accountability and self-worth. She is a fantastic coach, and more than that—she is a beautiful soul."

— Nora G.

“I didn't feel like I was in dire need of help. I was doubtful that a life coach was even the right person to speak with, let alone that they could make that much of a difference. I was wrong. Mariah helped me...to identify deeply-seated beliefs that were not serving me. She provided me with tools and frameworks to evaluate situations and engage with those closest to me in a healthy way. Mariah helped me identify my needs, overcome fears I had about breaking interaction patterns that I had created between me and my loved ones, and improve my relationship with myself. The changes that she inspired within me resulted in an improvement in all of my relationships and helped me cultivate a deeper level of intimacy with my partner. 

I was extremely reluctant to invest in myself, financially. But, the change I experienced...made every penny worth it. In fact, it's priceless. Do yourself (and everyone else in your life!) a favor, and let Mariah help you become a better person. I cannot recommend her services enough.”

— Keeley N.

“My six months of coaching with Mariah were nothing short of transformative.  During our time together I gained a deeper understanding of myself, my personality traits, and the narratives that had unconsciously been directing my life.  I learned to approach this work with self-compassion — a concept that was completely foreign to me prior to this journey. With this foundation, I was able to identify, unpack, and reframe the narratives that were not supportive of my goals. As a result, I saw a radical change in my relationship with self and others.  Most noticeably, one specific relationship that had been strained for years was repaired seemingly overnight.  To me, this is concrete proof that speaks for itself.  

As if this success wasn’t rewarding enough, I also saw a radical transformation in my physical health. When I first started working with Mariah I was in the midst of my journey with chronic fatigue. In the beginning, I hardly had enough energy to make it through our sessions.  But by the end of our time together, my symptoms had almost entirely abated.  Through a new lens of self compassion I was able to cultivate deep self-trust, which allowed me to tap into my own innate wisdom. Ultimately I was able to let go, surrender and transcend, making my coaching experience truly transformative in mind, body and spirit. 

The progress I’ve made in just six months with Mariah surpasses years of talk therapy, and I feel more empowered, open, and aligned than ever before.  I cannot express enough gratitude for this life changing experience and look forward to working with her again!”

— Catherine W.

“When I think of Mariah and my time in the Just One Thing group, I think of pure transformation. Mariah offered and cultivated a space where we could really sit down, be still with ourselves, and get present. Two months into the program, I experienced a family tragedy. While I know that I would have handled this transition regardless of my participation in this group, I also know that I was able to walk (sometimes crawl) through this devastating stage of my life without a desperate need to get past the pain. I lived my One Thing even more boldly than I could have imagined I would, ultimately rising to the challenge that life dealt me and choosing to pursue a career I'd been dreaming of for years. To express the magic I experienced in this program, I coined the term Mariahcles a.k.a Mariah Miracles! I know there are many more to come for those who get to experience Mariah.”

— Areanna S.

“[The Just One Thing group] with Mariah was an incredible, life-changing experience! Over the course of 6 months, I was able to narrow my focus and make real progress toward my personal goal alongside the support of wonderful women. It  was a beautiful journey of self discovery, love and support. Mariah's guidance was both empowering and insightful—she helped me break through mental blocks and stay focused on what truly matters. Her support and expertise made all the difference. I’m beyond grateful for this  and can’t recommend the group enough!”

— Jasmine C.

“After taking a 2.5-year medical leave, returning to my PhD program was an incredibly difficult transition. I began working with Mariah initially for help with goal setting and accountability around completing my program's major milestones. What I received, however, was far more transformative than I ever expected.

Before our work together, I struggled deeply with self-doubt—questioning my intelligence, talents, and capabilities to succeed in my program. Over the course of six months, Mariah helped me see myself in an entirely new light. She guided me in discovering my unique learning style and supported me in building confidence and trust in my ability to navigate the demands of my program. I came to understand that my challenges weren’t rooted in personal inadequacy, but rather in not having the right support structures to help me thrive. Mariah helped me reconnect with a love of learning I thought I had lost.

Mariah introduced me to tools and resources that empowered me to move beyond limiting beliefs, appreciate my strengths, and break down overwhelming goals into manageable steps.  She encouraged me to trust my intuition and inner voice, ultimately restoring my belief in my own capabilities. With her guidance, I shifted my focus from just achieving outcomes to embracing the process and the valuable lessons along the way. 

One of the most powerful lessons Mariah taught me was how to view my choices and progress through a lens of moral neutrality—understanding that whether or how I complete a task does not define my worth or assign a positive or negative value to my decisions. That shift alone released a huge emotional burden and gave me space to move forward with more self-compassion, clarity, and flexibility to pivot with grace when needed.

I’m endlessly grateful for Mariah’s support! The insight and growth I gained through our work together will stay with me for life!”

— Parastoo M.