Getting to this point

I was feeling stuck.  I loved my job but it no longer fit with the needs of my growing family.  After griping for a few years and not able to articulate what I wanted, I decided to stop living from a place of scarcity. I realized I had become paralyzed because I didn't believe there was another good option.  I mustered up an ounce of courage and decided that I was willing - willing to let go of my fears and ready to start dreaming.

Six months later our family moved across the country and today I'm living a life aligned with my values and I'm chasing my dreams.  No longer does my time run my life, instead I'm in charge of telling my time what I want it to do for me.  And one of the best parts of this journey is I look back with gratitude.  Thankful for each step along the way that has brought me to this point. 

My credentials
 

Professional Journey

I had a great college experience so I decided to stick around for a while.  My husband and I lived on a college campus for the first decade of our marriage.  Higher education has been the foundation for our professional careers.  We share a passion for seeing students wrestle with their understanding of the world - what they believe and who they want to become.  We've found it an honor to offer both support and challenge during this important time of life. 
 

Academic Foundation

I have my master's in Professional Mental Health Counseling and a second master's in Student Development.  I graduated with a doctoral degree in Higher Education Leadership in 2021. My doctoral research focused on autonomous functioning and living with purpose. I love learning about how our intentional choices improve our wellbeing.

I teach student success and psychology classes on college campuses and through online platforms.
 

Coaching Path

I completed my training through the Life Coach Training Institute and I have my Board Certified Coach (BCC) certification.

The Board Certified Coach (BCC) credential is a mark of distinction for credential holders and a source of credibility for their clients. As a BCC, I have met professional coaching competency standards established by CCE and subject matter experts.

My home team

Photo provided by Traci Buse.

Jason and I have been married since we graduated college.  (We were babies and while I don't recommend it for everyone, it has been an incredible ride with plenty of downs but many more ups.) Jason is a great partner, and through our relationship I have learned much about myself.

Five years into our marriage Mateios joined our family, and in 2019 Michneyder became our son. Our boys are incredible and the party starts the minute they arrive.