Question 1

Is this therapy?

Accepted Answer

No- this is skills-based coaching focused on practical tools, education, and confidence building. It is not therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or mental health treatment. I also provide licensed therapy for residents of California and Maryland, which is a separate service from coaching.

Question 2

Do you provide diagnoses?

Accepted Answer

No. I do not assess, diagnose, or treat mental health conditions within coaching. If clinical care is needed, I can point you toward appropriate support- or, if you live in California or Maryland, we can discuss whether licensed therapy is a better fit.

Question 3

Can coaching replace therapy?

Accepted Answer

Coaching is not a substitute for therapy. Many clients use both- therapy for clinical needs, and coaching for practical skill-building. They work beautifully together.

Question 4

What ages do you work with?

Accepted Answer

I work with younger children (ages 5-10), tweens and teens (ages 11-17), and adults- including parents, educators, and anyone who cares for kids. Sessions are tailored to age, temperament, and what each person enjoys.

Question 5

How are sessions conducted?

Accepted Answer

All sessions are online via secure video, designed to feel engaging, supportive, and practical for children, teens, and adults alike.

Question 6

What platform do you use for sessions?

Accepted Answer

Sessions are held via Google Meet. You'll receive a link before each session. All you need is a device with a camera and microphone- no account required to join.

Question 7

Do parents or caregivers participate?

Accepted Answer

Parents are involved at the consultation, in regular check-ins, and whenever it's helpful for a child's goals. Most weekly sessions with kids are 1:1 with the child. When I work with adult clients, sessions are 1:1.

Question 8

How long do clients typically work with you?

Accepted Answer

Many clients work with me for around 10-12 sessions to build a solid toolkit. Some continue for longer-term skill-deepening; others return as life transitions arise.

Question 9

Do you work across time zones?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I work with families and adults on nearly every continent and offer flexible scheduling across time zones.

Question 10

What countries do you serve?

Accepted Answer

English-speaking clients anywhere in the world. I currently work with families and adults across Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Question 11

Do you support expat families, third culture kids, and international school families?

Accepted Answer

Yes. International families, expat families, third culture kids, globally mobile families, and international school families are central to my practice.

Question 12

Do you work with parents and educators directly?

Accepted Answer

Yes. I offer individual coaching for adults who hold space for kids- parents, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals. We focus on your own regulation, boundaries, and capacity so you can show up more steadily.

Question 13

What if my child is shy?

Accepted Answer

Many children come to me hesitant at first. Sessions begin gently, with movement, games, and curiosity- no pressure to talk before they're ready.

Question 14

Do you provide worksheets and activities?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most sessions include simple worksheets, mini-missions, or breath practices to use between sessions.

Question 15

What happens during the first consultation?

Accepted Answer

For child clients, we meet for 90 minutes together- first as a family, then briefly with your child, then back together. You'll leave with a personalized action plan. For adult clients, we use the consultation to clarify your goals and map a starting plan.

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