Imagine the transformative journey of a butterfly, going from a cocoon to a beautiful creature. That process is a challenge, as the butterfly has to break free from a tiny opening on its own to develop strong wings for flight. In a similar way, our founder, Gail Day, underwent her own 'cocooning process' and emerged as a 'take flight' butterfly.

With over 25 years of experience as a licensed social worker, she provided mental health services, focusing on trauma, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. She also created the Youth Guidance Working on Womanhood program in 2011 in Chicago, which later scaled nationally. Along the way, she nurtured strong leaders through mentorship and training, preparing them to carry the torch when she retired. Each step in this journey brought its own share of struggles and personal growth.

Initially, she wasn't fully prepared for this new leadership role. She questioned whether she had the training and coaching to discover 'the leader in her.' It took years of self-reflection, trial and error, and the support of a dedicated mentor group to emerge from her 'cocooning process.'

Upon retirement, she realized my passion for helping others navigate their own 'cocooning process,' which led to the creation of Cocoon Consulting. I'm driven to provide guidance, utilizing my skills, experiences, and deep insights to assist those who aspire to 'take flight' but may need a guiding light through their struggles.

Are you ready for your next step?