unlock the greatness within
In today's world, many people feel lost, stuck, and disconnected from themselves and others. Some of us feel like we have to wear a mask to fit into a world where ever-increasing expectations of obedience over loyalty, self-sacrifice, and seeking the approval and validation of others are encouraged, even praised, above our own destiny. If this resonates with you, you are not alone. Together, we have the power to break these patterns to set you free so you can start living your extraordinary dream NOW!
OUR AppROACH
Every person is unique, and so your experience will be. We'll work together to identify and banish the booby traps you may or may not be able to see. Then, we'll explore your extraordinary dream - the sky is the limit, and together we unlock your ability to reach for heights you never thought possible.
Services
Whole-Person Coaching
I have helped clients make remarkable shifts to achieve success by targeting:
🌟People pleasing + ass kissing.
🌟Finding your purpose.
🌟Self-sabotage.
🌟Substance, food, sex, porn, smoking, gaming, + emotional addictions.
🌟Procrastination.
🌟Eliminating unwanted habits + building desired habits.
🌟Weight loss.
🌟Sticking to your goals + doing what you say you will do.
🌟Transforming a harsh inner critic into a powerful ally.
🌟Confidence, freedom, + the courage to do the things you've always wanted to do.
🌟Phobias.
🌟Perfectionism, all-or-nothing, black + white thinking.
🌟Standing up for yourself + others.
🌟Fear of conflict + rejection.
🌟Narcissism + codependency.
🌟Trauma + CPTSD.
🌟Self-love, self-worth, self-doubt, + self-abandonment.
🌟Getting to that next level.
🌟Pain, shame, sadness, anger, rage, + resentment.
🌟Money + success blockages.
🌟Relationships + making friends.
🌟... + more!
Bonus! I have experienced and transformed EVERYTHING on this list personally. So you can count on me to deliver in my skills and on what works every step of the way.
Want to learn more?
Hypnotherapy
Reveal your hidden power. We use hypnotherapy because it works to unlock the parts within us that are afraid and believe they are keeping us safe when our goals and dreams have outgrown those fears.
We focus on two key drivers to get you real results:
🌟 Let's vanquish the limiting beliefs, behaviors, and habits that have been keeping you stuck.
🌟 Then we'll skyrocket your transformation by empowering you with the ability to do the things you never thought you could do.
Ready to get started?
Adventure & Outdoor Experiences
Get your Wilderness Explorer badge. We combine coaching and hypnotherapy with the restorative power of nature for a truly transformative experience. We hike, kayak, camp, connect, and explore the great outdoors as we explore the wilderness within. Together, we build community, overcome challenges, forge lifelong friendships, and create belonging for a life of freedom, courage, and joy.
Bonus! I also offer an "Adventure Buddy" immersion experience where we dive into your bucket list dreams together. Sometimes all it takes is a friend beside you who is willing to go the distance, too.
Ready for your adventure?
MEET Your Courage COach
Hey, I'm Cory.
Why do I do this work?
I do this work because my mission is to empower others to look fear dead in the eye and choose courage. The courage to be themselves. The courage to leave. The courage to transform pain into purpose. The courage to soak up every drop of life, love, adventure, joy, and laughter this world has to offer. And most of all, the courage to reach for and achieve their extraordinary dreams.
What I offer you is my unique perspective on life and how I was able to overcome extreme adversity and fear to live my own extraordinary dream. I believe we all have this power within us. It is my honor to help you unlock it. Consider me the Rumpelstiltskin of feelings because I have a gift for turning perceived limitations into superpowers (but not in exchange for first born babies because, well, that's creepy).
Why work with me?
I have done this work, too. This is not just something I've trained for - I've lived it. So for me, this work is deeply personal. I am dedicated to your inevitable success.
You'll find zero gimmicks, Frankenstein fixes, or complicated frameworks to implement - I use simple and powerful methods that work.
You are ready for real results.
Cory Otto, MS, CHt
Courage Coach
Board-Certified Hypnotherapist
NLP Practitioner
FAQS
What is Courage Coaching?
Courage coaching is a process of helping people achieve their goals and create the lives they so richly deserve. Fear is a powerful motivator, and most often it motivates us toward NOT doing the precise thing that would change our lives for the better. With courage coaching, we work to build momentum from small daily wins all the way to conquering major fears and making dreams a reality.
How much do you charge?
The first exploration call is free, and we will get to work right away - even if a client decides not to move forward. I want any potential client to get a feel for what it is like to work with me in a practical sense, not a conceptual one.
Services range from $333 for a single session to $11,988 for a full-year journey (the full Architect of Extraordinary Epic). I have several services to meet a variety of desired outcomes and budgets because I believe transformation and growth should not be limited based upon income.
All services above a single session are incentive discounted. For example, when selecting a full-year of coaching, the rate is discounted at 25% off, so 12 full sessions are FREE.
How do I know if I need a courage coach?
People who struggle with feelings of fear that hold them back from a life they desire and deserve, as well as those who feel lost, unfulfilled, lonely, anxious, unheard, or stuck in a rut benefit greatly from courage coaching.
I also help with destroying unwanted habits and building new, desired habits easily and effortlessly, and I offer a 30-day Procrastination Breakthrough Protocol.
What training do you have?
I am a board-certified hypnotherapist with the American Board of Hypnotherapy. I received training in both Mandelian and Krasner hypnotherapeutic methods.
I specialize in ego state therapy (think: hypnotic parts work and shadow work) to create win-wins and harmony between conflicting parts within us. Example: when we say we want to go to the gym or not eat past 7pm because we are working to get fit, and yet here we skipping leg day and standing in front of the refrigerator at 2am double-fisting two slices of cold pizza - ever wonder why that happens? Hint: it's not a lack of willpower! It's conflicting parts that both (or all) believe they have our best interests at heart when in reality they may be sabotaging our desired habits, behaviors, and beliefs.
I have trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and am pursuing my board certification in May of 2025.
I hold a bachelor's degree in Spanish Language & Literature from Viterbo University (La Crosse, WI) and two master's degrees in Negotiation & Conflict Resolution and Organizational Leadership from Creighton University (Omaha, NE).
Finally, I rely on a breadth of life experiences to which I have applied thousands of hours of study and reflection, including childhood trauma, neglect, narcissism + codependency patterns, physical, emotional, and mental addictions, suicide, divorce, abandonment, Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD), people pleasing, perfectionism, lack of boundaries, body dysmorphia and toxic weight loss, poverty and lack mindset, LGBTQ+ unique life experiences, and more. I use these experiences to enrich my interactions with clients to show what is possible for us all.
What is the frequency and length of sessions?
Coaching and traditional hypnotherapy sessions are 60 minutes/session. I book ego state therapy sessions for 90 minutes/session.
I meet with each client once per week, however, this also depends on the frequency agreed upon with each unique client and the length of the coaching/hypnotherapy relationship.
How may I be of service to you?
