Meet Sandra (Sandie) Gilbert
Meet Amanda Bateman-Hampton
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Sandra Gilbert is a faith-based coach, author, and encourager with a heart for helping others find hope, healing, and restoration through life’s challenges. With compassion, wisdom, and a deep love for God, Sandra walks alongside individuals who are navigating difficult seasons, emotional struggles, personal growth, and spiritual renewal.
Having overcome trials in her own life, Sandra understands the importance of encouragement, perseverance, and trusting God through every season. Her passion is creating a safe and uplifting space where people feel seen, valued, supported, and empowered to move forward with purpose and confidence.
Through River Oasis Coaching, Sandra is dedicated to inspiring others to embrace healing, discover their strength, and step into the life God has called them to live.
Amanda Bateman-Hampton brings both lived experience and formal training into the field of Mental Health and Life Coaching. A 2003 graduate of Westwood Christian High School, Amanda also attended Lower Columbia College, studying Criminal Justice while completing coursework in Sociology and Psychology. Her passion for helping others has continued through years of ministry, caregiving, and youth mentorship.
Amanda has served as a Youth Leader for middle school and high school students through Fathers House Church and has volunteered as a counselor for Dunes Weekend retreats. She also has a heart for missions work and community outreach, especially supporting those facing emotional struggles, trauma, and life challenges. Her background caring for the elderly has strengthened her compassion, patience, and ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
Amanda has completed extensive certification training through Light University and the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC), including:
Foundations of Mental Health Coaching
Mental Health Coaching Skills
Mental and Behavioral Health Disorders
Foundations of Youth Mental Health Coaching
Child and Adolescent Mental and Behavioral Disorders
Diploma in Mental Health Coaching
Master Diploma in Youth Mental Health Coaching & Mental Health
Amanda specializes in Youth Mental Health Coaching but welcomes individuals of all ages seeking encouragement, guidance, emotional support, faith-based coaching, and practical tools for healing and growth.
Together with her mother, Amanda desires to create a compassionate coaching environment where people feel heard, supported, encouraged, and empowered to move forward in hope and purpose.
Philosophy
River Oasis Coaching
At River Oasis Coaching, we believe healing and growth happen best through authentic connection, compassionate support, practical coaching, and spiritual encouragement. Our approach combines evidence-based coaching practices with faith-centered principles to help individuals navigate life’s challenges with hope, clarity, and purpose.
We are committed to creating a warm, supportive, and non-intrusive environment where clients feel safe to openly explore emotions, process life experiences, discover solutions, and pursue personal and spiritual growth at their own pace. Every individual is treated with dignity, compassion, and respect.
River Oasis Coaching specializes in:
Mental Health Coaching
Life Coaching
Brain Health Coaching
Youth Mental Health Coaching
Veterans & First Responders Mental Health Coaching
Trauma Care & Emotional Support
Soul Care & Spiritual Encouragement
Personal Growth & Life Transition Support
Faith-Based Coaching & Encouragement
Our certified coaching team is passionate about helping individuals find healing, resilience, emotional wellness, renewed purpose, and restoration in every season of life.
In addition to professional coaching services, River Oasis Coaching also has a minister on staff, offering spiritual guidance, encouragement, prayer support, and faith-centered care for those who desire to incorporate their spiritual journey into the healing process.
At River Oasis Coaching, our mission is to help individuals move from surviving to thriving — emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.
We are not State Licensed Professional Counselors or Therapist or Physicians. We are Coaches to help you move forward in Life. We can not diagnose. If you are struggling with serious mental health or life issues please contact a Licensed Professional of your choice. You call call the National Mental Health Number by dialing 988. We are Certified Coaches through Light University.
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Specializations
River Oasis specializes in individual coaching and group coaching. Our caring and individualized approach helps clients overcome life challenges and achieve harmony in life. We Specialize in Spiritual Soul Care, Women's Care, Youth ages 12-18, Veterans and First Responders. We are Coaches not Therapists.
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Mission
River Oasis mission is to provide each client with the tools and support to unleash their potential, gain strength, and create a more satisfying life through spiritual coaching.