My deepest desire is to help others be their best self. As a wife, mother, teacher, school counselor, and coach I have had many opportunities to do just that. Throughout my life, I have always believed that children are our most impressionable human beings, gifts to be cherished. Yet these children tend to push buttons while trying to figure out their world. Allowing children, both at home and at school, to realize their full potential has been a personal goal of mine.
I have always believed that every human being is good with a need for belonging, influencing behaviors. Through mutual contribution; children, parents, and even co-workers do better when they feel belonging and significance.
When I was introduced to Positive Discipline, I discovered a philosophy that took all of my beliefs and perceptions and put them into a manageable process, easy to share with others through remarkable tools found in the literature and through experiential opportunities. This has transformed every relationship in my life.
As a mother of three amazing children, two adult children and one teenager in a blended family, this new philosophy has allowed me to be consistent and respectful, alleviating much of the tension in our home. I must say, being with family is a much more enjoyable experience.
The second part of my life is my career as a teacher, school counselor, and administrator. I have spent over 20 years in education, primarily working with students that have been deemed at-risk for one reason or another. Throughout my teaching career, I have been blessed to work in numerous public and private educational agencies both in the U.S. and internationally.
Let’s work together. My greatest joy is sharing these proven tools and techniques with others to help them discover balance in their personal and professional lives.