connect with your purpose
live on purpose
open hearts • open minds •open doors
why coaching?
People come to coaching for many reasons: a transition you didn’t choose, a change you’re craving, or that stuck “is this it?” feeling. Coaching invites you to get curious about what matters most and align your life with your values. Together, we set meaningful goals and build the habits that keep you moving—on purpose.
what coaching can do for you
deepen self-awareness (what lights you up, what gets in the way)
reconnect you to your values and clarify what you truly want
open new possibilities and challenge old stories
turn insights into daily practices and intentional habits
strengthen the link between head, heart, and gut
equip you with strategies for obstacles and change
provide a steady, supportive space for big feelings
reignite joy, creativity, and fulfillment
you might be here because…
“my career isn’t it—I’m ready to make a change.”
“there’s something creative in me that wants out.”
“grief/caregiving/life has taken over; I don’t know how to move.”
“i want support and accountability to show up as my best self.”
“i’ve been wearing masks. I’m ready to be myself.”
“work drains my energy—there’s no time for my art.”
“i’m overwhelmed by eldercare / childcare / work—where do I fit in?”
“i feel stuck and can’t make lasting change.”
“i want to be a better partner.”
“i’m scared to stop playing small… and scared not to.”
“(s)he who has a why to live
can bear almost any how.”
— Frederick Nietzsche
how it works
what i do
I help curious, big-hearted humans move from stuck to on-purpose with kindness, curiosity, and clear next steps. I reflect, champion, and challenge; you build habits that match your values and life.
Coaching is a partnership. It’s not therapy; it’s present-focused and action-oriented. I listen deeply, tell the truth with care, and help you turn clarity into action.
the process
chemistry session (free, 30 min) — explore fit, goals + how we’ll work.
foundation — questionnaire + 2-hour session to capture context and priorities.
ongoing sessions — 50-60 minutes, every other week.
between sessions — light practices to build momentum.
review & adjust — we refine as you grow.
Typical engagements last 4–9 months—long enough to ride the initial excitement and build sustainable habits. Package rates available.
whom i’m a great fit for
people at crossroads / in-between (career, creative, identity, caregiving, leadership)
creatives & high-performers who want momentum without burning out
recovering people-pleasers building boundaries and self-trust
anyone sensing “there’s more in me,” especially a quiet creative voice that wants out
what clients often get out of this
clarity about what you really want
self-trust and kinder self-talk
boundaries that protect your energy
steady momentum and follow-through
rekindled creativity and joy
more honest, connected relationships
choices that feel like you
belonging & commitments
Whoever you are—your identities, culture, beliefs—you’re welcome and celebrated here. You’ll be supported as your whole, authentic self.
What you can expect from me:
judgment‑free, steady presence
honesty over niceness; truth with care
pace that fits you (stretch, not snap)
confidentiality and respect for your whole self
belonging: all identities welcome and celebrated
about me
hi, i’m steph 👋
On paper, my life looked perfect—career in tech, house, marriage, family. Inside, it wasn’t mine. Therapy offered insight, not change. When a friend left our industry to coach, I hired her and made real shifts—until life hit hard. A flood took my home, my mom’s dementia advanced, relationships cracked, and I was fired from my “forever job.” Stripped of my coping mechanisms and roles, I had to face my choices and their consequences. I saw how far I’d drifted from my values, so I returned to the coaching model that helped me the first time—this time to become a coach. I rebuilt my life and this studio around what truly matters to me, not what looks good on the outside. Now I help others do the same: reconnect with purpose and live on purpose.
why I coach
I love watching people unlock who they really are and bring their dreams into daily life. I’m drawn to crossroads and in‑between spaces—whether change found you or you’re calling it in. Together, we turn clarity into small, doable steps: intentional choices, aligned habits, stronger boundaries, and growing trust in your inner wisdom.
career and credentials
BA, clinical & counseling psychology
20+ years in design & tech (Apple, Paramount Pictures, frog design), creating conditions for teams to do their best work
co‑active training (CTI); ICF Member
300‑hour yoga teacher training
lived experience with dementia, elder care, and caregiver support
a few things ❤️
California native, now in Austin. Outside is my reset, usually with my two spirited border collies. I build a steady body and mind with weights for strength; pilates, yoga, and stretching for flexibility; hikes, rides, and long walks for mobility and curiosity; and dance cardio for pure play.
“Commit to loving yourself completely.
It’s the most radical thing you’ll do in this lifetime.”
— Andrea Gibson
getting started
I’m so glad you’re here! Please tell me a little about yourself and what you hope to get out of working together.