David Cotton

  • coaching

As a Certified Professional Coach I am committed to help you discover the passions in your life and authentic self so you can explore and claim your humanity to live joyfully.

Journey To A Better Life

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Certified Professional Coach

NLP Practitioner

Sex & intimacy Coaching

You will uncover and embrace your true power, leading to a deeper
sense of fulfillment and purpose.


During our journey together, we will:

  • Break free from limiting beliefs to reveal your authentic self
  • Gain insight into your values, purpose, and interests
  • Acquire practical techniques to handle stress and obstacles
  • Set realistic goals that resonate with your values
  • Discover tools and strategies to nurture genuine relationships
  • Develop a personalized plan for a more enriching life

The expected outcomes include:

  • Enhancing your confidence, resilience, and overall well-being
  • Cultivating a growth mindset for sustained authenticity and happiness
  • How we will work together...

Hello, my name is David Cotton and I am passionate about helping
you discover and embrace your most authentic self.


Throughout my military and corporate careers, as well as my personal
life, I have faced numerous challenges and navigated many transitions
and transformations, including multiple major career changes, and
finding my true authentic self.


In my 40+ year career I’ve been mentoring and coaching people to
achieve their personal level of excellence and success.
As a retired US
Air Force brigadier general, former senior executive in the Department
of Defense, corporate vice president, consultant, and active leadership
roles in personal development and advocacy/charity organizations, I
bring a wealth of life experience and a down-to-earth, practical
perspective to my coaching practice.


I know what it's like to feel lost or stuck and to search for purpose and
fulfillment. I am committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space
for you to explore and grow.

  • My Journey to Coaching

NEW!

A story of Pride

David Cotton tells his personal story of coming out later in life to television journalist Chenue Her of Iowa station WOI-TV. Go to Out Late With David for stories about coming out later in life LGBTQ+.

Podcasts Coming Out Later in Life LGBTQ+

  • graying rainbows: coming out later in life lgbt+
  • Christopher Veal’s podcast, The Vulnerable Man, Episode 56, sharing my story related to being a vulnerable man, where I see this as a strength and not a weakness.
  • the vulnerable man podcast

Podcasts where I share my own personal journey to authenticity

  • What clients are saying about David Cotton Coaching

From Phillip: David helped me get through the
challenges in my life: controlling my eating habits,
difficulty with co-workers, and finances. Others
observed since talking with David, my attitude has
become more positive and upbeat.

From Bob: David is an amazing coach! He really listens,
and was able to sort through my mess, and hone in on
what was holding me back. He gives me real motivation
when I’m losing my way. More importantly, he’s kept
me on track and demanded accountability, which was
key to helping me reach my goals. If you need a
compassionate “kick in the pants”, paired with some
valuable life strategy, David Cotton is your man!

From George: Talking with David and using his
resources likely saved my life. I am forever grateful! At
a time where I felt completely alone and isolated. He
helped me realize that I am in fact not alone and my
situation is common amongst LGBT men. Talking to him
was extremely comforting because he had been
through my situation and made it out on the other side
as a better man and human.