I’m one of those people who always goes deep fast when chatting with friends. I want to get to the heart of the matter—not just what's happening on the surface, but what's underneath it.

My approach draws on years of experience in communication, advocacy, and navigating the complexities of relationships and life, along with principles of Nonviolent Communication and Buddhist philosophy. I believe that knowing ourselves, understanding what we value, and learning to communicate authentically are powerful tools for creating a life that feels aligned and meaningful.

Most of all, I bring curiosity, compassion, honesty, and a willingness to really listen. My goal isn't to tell you how to live your life. It's to help you discover what you already know, get clearer about what you want, and move toward it with intention.

I guide the thinking and conversation in a way that helps us both understand what's really going on for you. You'll do most of the talking while I actively listen, reflect back what I'm hearing, and ask questions designed to help uncover what's beneath the surface.

Think of it as a warm, supportive conversation with a friend—but the whole hour is about you. I'll help you notice patterns, clarify what you want, and discover ways to move forward.

My hope is that you'll leave feeling heard, understood, supported, and energized to keep moving toward your best life.

Coaching, therapy, and mentoring can all be valuable, but they serve different purposes.

Therapy often focuses on healing, mental health, and understanding or working through experiences from the past. Mentoring typically involves someone with expertise in a particular area sharing their knowledge and guidance.

Coaching is more about you and where you want to go. We can certainly explore the past when it's relevant, but our focus is on understanding what's happening for you now, clarifying what you want, and figuring out how to move forward.

I won't tell you what you should do or give you a prescribed path. I'll ask questions, reflect what I'm hearing, help you see things from different perspectives, and support you in discovering your own answers.

And sometimes coaching and therapy can complement each other beautifully. If what you're bringing to coaching would be better supported by a therapist or another professional, I'll always be honest about that.

Most of my coaching happens virtually via Zoom, so you can join from wherever you are. For clients in the Portland, Oregon metro area, in-person sessions are also possible. We can find a setting that feels comfortable and works well for you.