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Client Testimonials
"A company blessed with the skill & art of guidance."
- 31 year old Field Service Manager

"Teaming up with The Lighthouse has truly helped me get on the fast-track of gaining self knowledge. It has been a fascinating adventure that's paying off in ways that I had never considered!"
- 34 year old Management Analyst

"I have been having difficulties with work for years! The Lighthouse has helped me to put the work situation into its proper perspective. I am far more effective, and with their coaching, I have been able to set boundaries in the workplace that needed to be set. I am learning to overcome my fear and ask for things that I need."
- 48 year old Education Compensation Manager

"I have nothing but excellent reviews for the service provided by The Lighthouse for both my personal and business relationships. Highly recommended."
- 45 year old Entrepreneur

"My marriage was on the rocks and I never believed in counseling. I went to see The Lighthouse as somewhat of a last ditch effort and because coaching seemed to offer a fresh new perspective. They've been excellent in terms of cutting through my facade and getting to the heart of the matter. I appreciate their objective and insightful opinions in regards to identifying my true feelings. We've made significant progress in keeping me true to myself and acting according to my wants."
- 32 year old Oil Trader

"My husband and I have grown so much, and are on a strong, loving, positive path together. I'm grateful I met you. I was at wits end in my marriage; we both have grown, shared, opened up etc.....and feel connected."
- 37 year old Massage Therapist

"Success in life and business takes more than the efforts of a single person. The Lighthouse has given me my own support staff to help achieve my goals."
- 35 year old Marketing Director

"The Lighthouse has made such a profound and positive impact upon my life and my relationships. They have helped me to realize my full potential and purpose. I am truly a healthier and happier person than I was before incorporating coaching into my life. I barely recognize the person that I was just one short year ago, and I am forever grateful for the Lighthouse and it's services for guiding me gently yet successfully."
- 31 year old Middle School Teacher

Ray Kadkhodaian.



Personal Philosophy:
  • I believe every person can create the life and relationships that they want.
  • I believe that there is a reason for everything, and that we learn best from the mistakes we make.
  • I believe that we are always in control of our life, that there really isn't anything to fear, and that we can create anything we want.
  • I believe that the only real challenge is that which we create for ourselves.

About Ray...
Ray Kadkhodaian grew up in the Northwest Suburbs of Chicago. Not only a first generation American, but being of Iranian and Philippine descent, his experiences with racial prejudism and culture transition can be added to his list of educational accolades. He attended Loyola Academy where he was involved with the Peer Counseling program and led a related teen development retreat. Ray was highly involved in philanthropy events tutoring underprivileged children, volunteering in various Chicago area soup kitchens and even accompanied a relief mission team to the Appalachian mountains.

Ray Kadkhodaian attended Creighton University where he graduated with a BA in Psychology. At Creighton, Ray held the position of Vice President in the Delta Chi Fraternity and helped organize many philanthropic events, such as the Delta Chi Bike Ride for The American Lung Association. After graduation, he moved back to Chicago and attended Roosevelt University's Master's program in Clinical Psychology. Ray is also currently pursuing his doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Argosy University in Schaumburg, IL. His experience in mental health is extensive encompassing both inpatient, outpatient and community mental health settings, working for hospitals and companies such as Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park, Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville, Forest Hospital in Des Plaines, Northwest Mental Health Center in Arlington Heights, and Kenneth Young Center in Elk Grove Village. He is also currently affiliated with Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital as an inpatient clinical case manager. He has worked with adults, teens and children in all areas of personal development. In addition to his professional life Ray has worked as a Mentor for needy children and teens.

Ray is also an accomplished musician having studied violin since age 5. His musical education includes training from the Betty Haig school of Suzuki, Northwestern University and Creighton University. He has publicly performed at Orchestra Hall in Chicago, Lutkin Hall in Evanston, Center for Performing Arts at Creighton and toured with the Loyola Academy Symphony in Austria, Germany and Hungary. He is also the principle violinist in an ensemble called "The Elite String Quartet", often performing in private celebrations and occasions.

He attended The International Coach Academy based in Australia and is a member of The International Coach Federation and The International Association of Coaches. He is also a member of The International Coach Federation's Research and Development Team and has worked with Dr. James Choca, PhD. of Roosevelt University, in the development of The Emotional Assessment System, the first computer-based Personality Assessment Inventory in the psychology field.

He founded The Lighthouse Consulting Services of Illinois, Inc. with his wife Jean in 2002. Since its development, they self-published their own book, "Good Boundaries-Great Relationships", and have spoken publicly as well as to companies such as, Chicago Social Network, SingleAdvantage.com, CEDA Northwest and Chicago Jobs for Youth. Together they provide personal, marital and professional development services such as personal, marital and business coaching, hypnotherapy and various alternative health services, workshops and teleclasses.

The Way I Work:
  • I enjoy working with clients who aren't afraid to open their minds to new possibilities.
  • My clients are motivated to change their present situations and create something in their life that they can be proud of.
  • The clients that I work with understand that they will be challenged every step of the way. They understand that if they are to move forward in their life, they must face their present conditions and create a vision of their future.
  • I will always expect the best from my clients, because I believe they deserve it.
  • The work I do with each client is specific to the individual or couple. It is completely client-directed and client-focused.
  • I work from the premise that the only thing you have control over is your immediate present. In relation to what you are doing "now", nothing else matters

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