We need restorative practices to remember who we are.

— My invitation

Part of remembering who we are is sharing who we are.

  • I’m a Midwest (in the U.S.) girl, and have traveled and lived in many places.

  • In addition to my CPC, I also received my Associate Coaching Credential (ACC) through the International Coaching Federation (ICF).

  • I currently serve as the ICF Wisconsin Chapter Membership Chair and Coordinator of the monthly MKE Coach Connections

  • I hold a Master's degree in Intercultural Management and am a constant learner.

  • I’ve been an administrative leader in higher education for over 20 years, and continue to work with high (and some tired) achievers on a diversity of paths. 

“I am rooted, but I flow.”
— Virginia Woolf

My Coaching Point of View

For many of us, a significant contributor to the imbalance between ‘doing’ and ‘being’ is the loss of spiritual connection. By spiritual connection, I mean that deep, root level connection with ourselves, what’s around us, and with that which is greater than ourselves - as you define it. 

As burned out achievers, it’s easy for us to lose this deeper connection because we’re caught up in the relentless doing mixed with life’s immense pressures.

Stress and uncertainties amplify our over-functioning and hypervigilance. We often want the control of doing more rather than face the root causes and effects of life’s challenges.

The ‘doing, doing, doing’ not only feels necessary but offers a distraction from the grief that may be a part of life’s challenges.

And, it’s easy to get seduced by external pressures to produce and perform, especially during difficult times. We’re vulnerable to needing validation of our worth. So, we keep doing more and more, hoping to be seen and acknowledged for our efforts.

And when they aren’t validated, then we try even harder, getting caught up in a pace that is unsustainable. Soon, we discover we are depleted physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

Eventually, we lose ourselves in the exhaustion, and the very connections and outcomes we long for are overshadowed by our dysregulation. 

The push-pull often manifests as exhausted but driven. Overwhelmed but determined. And so we’re caught.

Restorative coaching helps ease this tension and rebalance us on multiple levels by taking a closer look at our story, the choices we’re making, and what kind of energy we’re bringing to situations and relationships. 

I created this Venn diagram to represent the interplay between our ‘Who,’ the power of choice, and energy. And at the center, where these parts intersect, is spiritual connection - as you define it. 

(Canva, template by @reallygreatsite)

This approach is one of many options we can take together. The beauty of coaching is that you lead what we focus on and you decide the goals and outcomes. I will bring the toolbox of empowering questions, practices and resources.

Potential Tangibles Through Restorative Coaching:

  • Renewed energy

  • Greater awareness of behavior influencers and choices

  • Clearer, purposeful goals and intentions

  • Redefined obstacles and solutions

  • Impactful and sustainable outcomes

  • Recentered and reconnected to who and what matters most

 Even more bits!

  • The International Coaching Federation defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential. The process of coaching often unlocks previously untapped sources of imagination, productivity and leadership.”

    Coaching differs from therapy in that as coaches we don’t diagnose or recommend treatment. We know and trust that you hold the knowledge for what needs to happen in your life.

    As a coach, I’m trained in the process of energy shifting. I will support you to create purposeful intentions and take steps to move forward with opportunities. I’ll partner with you to stretch your thinking and raise your awareness. If requested, I also provide non-judgmental accountability.

    Therapy and coaching can be a very effective combination with clear expectations between client, therapist, and coach.

  • I’m eager to hear your story and why you’re interested in coaching!

    My intention for this conversation is to learn what you’re seeking in this moment and to find out if we’re a fit. We’ll only work together if we both agree it’s a win-win.

    Click on the “Let’s Connect” button or fill out the message box on the Meet page of this website to set up a free call.

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    Another low risk way to get to know me is to check out my blogs or find me on Instagram and LinkedIn.

  • When I started coaching, my niche was supporting clients (particularly those with a sweet spot for perfectionism) to find more PLAY in life’s transitions.

    The hot air balloon represents that playful, expansive wonder that comes when we drop the sandbags of what holds us back.

    This original PLAY’ful direction has led to my current work as a restorative coach with a foundation of reconnection and more conscious ways of ‘being.’

    The hot air balloon continues to represents play as a restorative practice, which has the capacity to reconnect us with ourselves and the expansive opportunities around us.