Shoe Recommendations - Lifting Beginner

Hey folks,

I'm hoping to get some recommendations on shoes for a beginner lifter. I've been meeting with a personal trainer for a few weeks, and wearing HOKA Clifton 9s, and reaaaaally been struggling with balance and being able to connect with the correct part of my foot when I'm doing lifts. Is general consensus that Converse are still the best choice (if so, which specific "model")? Are there any other, easily accessible, options you would recommend? Thank you so much!