After completing a PhD, I moved with my husband to northern Thailand, intending to spend a year or two volunteering with a nonprofit protecting children from trafficking. That “year or two” turned into nearly seven, and the work became a deeply meaningful career. I had the privilege of helping vulnerable children and families access resources to build resilience and protect themselves from exploitation.

Our son was born there and his earliest memories are filled with sticky rice and Thai grilled meats. As he approached school age, we decided it was time to move to Berlin to be closer to my husband’s family and to access the amazing nature and cultural offerings available in Europe. But shortly after our move in 2017, our family was rocked by a profound and unexpected loss. Grieving while adjusting to a new country was overwhelming. It took years to regain our footing—and just as we began to feel settled, the pandemic hit.

Those years tested everything. Through grief, displacement, anxiety, neurodivergence, and major life transitions, the thread that held us together was our connection to one another. What carried us through was not perfection, but presence and open, honest communication.

As the world began reopening, I saw that many families in our international community were continuing to struggle. So many were overwhelmed, stretched thin, and unsure where to turn for support—especially without extended family nearby or strong social roots in place. That’s when I knew I wanted to offer something more intentional: a safe, nonjudgmental space for parents to feel heard, supported, and empowered.

That’s why I became a Parent Coach.

Through my training with the Jai Institute for Parenting, I learned evidence-based tools rooted in neuroscience and nonviolent communication. Their approach—centered around “empowered communication”—offers a way to move beyond rigid parenting models and build deep, respectful relationships that help both parent and child thrive.

This work has resonated with me and deepened my own family’s capacity to remain rooted in our values and grounded in our connection to each other. It’s strengthened our communication, deepened our resilience, and brought more joy into our everyday lives. And I believe it can do the same for yours.

MY APPROACH:

• English-speaking parent coach based in Berlin, Germany
• Empowered parenting
• Nonviolent communication - helping parents, spouses and co-parents communicate more effectively
• Holistic approach to family dynamics

Here’s what you can expect from me:

• Quick and timely responses
• Non-judgment
• Empathetic listening
• Flexibility in scheduling
• Meeting online, from the convenience of your own home

(If you live in Berlin, coaching in-person is possible)

It can be hard to find our village, especially in a foreign country. It can be even harder to find help in English. Even if you speak German well, it’s not the same as being able to discuss issues of the heart in your native tongue. Most of the families I work with are Americans or other English-speaking families living in Berlin. I’m here to offer resources so you can feel connected and empowered to parent the way you really want to.

Schedule a free 30-minute exploratory session now or email me to discuss services tailored to meet your needs.