After High School, I went on to fulfill my dream of becoming a teacher, and even through the challenges I’ve loved every minute of it.

I earned a B.A. in English and a M.S. in Education from California State University Fullerton, with certifications in Athletic Training and Sports Psychology Coaching.

Over the course of my 25-year career in education, I’ve served as both a classroom teacher and an assistant principal. In both roles, I’ve remained deeply committed to creating safe, supportive environments where students can thrive. My administrative experience has given me a broader perspective on the challenges students and families face—and strengthened my drive to make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom.

I’ve had a front-row seat to the struggles teens face—not just academically, but emotionally and at home. I’ve witnessed firsthand the disconnect that can form between teenagers and their parents when communication breaks down. But I’ve also seen those same relationships transform and heal.

This is what has inspired me to become a transformational coach, speaker, and author of Beyond Listening. By working with hundreds of teenagers and their parents, I have developed strategies to help bridge the gap by shifting the mindset to open up limitless possibilities. And I am on a mission to share my strategies with the world.

If you’re here to learn how to improve the relationship with the teenager or parent in your life, you’ve come to the right place. I look forward to meeting you and helping you and your loved ones achieve a life that is happy, healthy, and whole.