But my real training started at home. One of my children is autistic with a PDA profile (Pathological Demand Avoidance), and parenting him has transformed everything I thought I knew. I’ve walked through the epic meltdowns, school refusal, and the isolation of teachers and doctors telling us to “just be more strict”— which only made things worse. Eventually, I found my way back to connection.

Through my certification with the Jai Institute for parenting, I bring a trauma-informed, strength based, and relational approach to parent coaching that honours both the child’s needs and the parent’s nervous system.

My services are designed to bring ease, regulation, and empowerment to your program — for both staff and children. Some of the areas I have supported in previous centres include:

• Improving classroom transitions to reduce chaos and increase predictability and calm

• Coaching educators on developmentally appropriate practice and inclusive curriculum

• Facilitating difficult conversations with parents and caregivers — such as discussing biting, hitting, developmental concerns, or the need for additional services — with empathy, professionalism, and clarity. Helping educators be able to have these conversations confidently.

• Enhancing classroom management strategies through co-regulation and relationship-based approaches

• Mentoring newer educators on Island Health licensing protocols and how to implement them in daily routines

• Guiding teams in supporting children with higher needs — both diagnosed and undiagnosed — in inclusive and respectful ways

• Teaching emotional regulation tools to both children and staff

• Problem-solving micro-challenges in routines and team dynamics that managers may not have the time to address directly

• Encouraging staff retention by validating educator voices, building team culture, and helping staff feel supported and competent

• Referring families to trusted community services — I am well-acquainted with local resources across Greater Victoria and BC, including speech-language therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral therapy, equine, art, and music therapy, and can assist in guiding families toward appropriate supports when needed

Please Note: While I have extensive experience supporting children with diverse needs, I am not a behavioural consultant. My role is to support the classroom and team as a whole through getting curious and problem solving together— bringing more calm, connection, and cohesion to your program.