Somatic Regulation and Self-Connection
I support those who are in relationship or parent children with early trauma, special needs, addictions and/or other challenging situations in reconnecting with their Authentic Self. Through this process, you will explore your own subconscious beliefs and patterns, learn nervous system regulation, and build deeply connected, honest, and well-boundaried, authentic relationships.
Through somatic and emotional regulation and through a lens of Compassionate Inquiry (developed by Dr. Gabor Mate and Sat Dharam Kaur), we will explore ways to uncover deeply hidden beliefs, regulate your nervous system, begin to heal ingrained patterns, and cultivate deeply connected, authentic relationships. Our work together is rooted in trust, understanding, and shared purpose as we explore what truly supports your family, strengthen your bond with those you love, and create more calm, safety, and confidence in your home.
Trauma-informed relationships are not about perfection. They are about showing up, over and over again, as your messy, imperfect, human Self. They are about presence, finding balance, healing old patterns, and learning to lead with empathy as you grow into your most compassionate and authentic version of you.
These sessions offer a gentle, guided space to develop emotional and somatic regulation through a Compassionate Inquiry-informed approach. Together, we explore the underlying beliefs, patterns, and experiences shaping your responses, while building awareness of your nervous system and how it moves through stress, connection, and safety. Rather than focusing on fixing or forcing change, this work supports you in listening inward, developing self-compassion, and learning to respond with greater presence and choice. Over time, this creates the foundation for deeper self-connection, more regulated relationships, and a greater sense of authenticity in how you live and relate to others.
Trauma-Informed Parent Coach
Trauma-Informed Parenting is a supportive, heart-centered approach that helps parents and caregivers grow with greater confidence, compassion, and connection. It offers a safe and non-judgmental space to explore the joys and challenges of parenting, understanding your child’s behaviours, and discover strategies that nurture both your child’s development and your family’s overall well-being.
We may have sworn to ourselves before becoming a parent that we would do things differently than our own parents, yet find ourselves in similar power struggles, or saying things that we instantly regret. It may be that you are facing a particularly challenging situation, such as a medical diagnosis, divorce or separation, or perhaps your child has received a diagnoses you are trying to process.
A Parent Coach can be your sounding board, and your source of support during specific challenges or just the every day challenges of parenthood! It is my intention, through my training, education and life experience to not only listen and walk alongside you in your parenting journey, but also to identify specific resources and work with you to develop a "game plan" to help you regain equilibrium, peace and a sense of joy in your family structure.
Trauma-Informed Parent Coach for Adoptive and Foster Familie
For caregivers who are navigating adoption, early trauma, or the unique realities of foster care, everyday challenges can feel even heavier, sometimes overwhelming.
In those moments, when your family is in crisis, there often isn’t the space to read another book or wait for the next workshop. Often what caregivers can use the most is someone who can listen and reflect with compassion, clarity, and care.
Together, we gently explore what your child’s behavior is really communicating, while honoring the unique story and dynamics of your family. From there, I walk alongside you to create a thoughtful, practical plan, one that feels doable, supportive, and rooted in connection. Like any good coach, I’m here to guide, encourage, and help you move forward with greater confidence and hope.
BEFORE ADOPTION: Some families use a Parent Coach pre-emptively before placement to address any possible challenges or issues they foresee arising. A Parent Coach can also help you to "problem solve" how to handle well-meaning family and friends who may not understand the unique attachment needs your child will have.
DURING ADOPTION TRAVEL: Other families have utilized the services of a Parent Coach during their adoption trip in order to talk through transition and bonding concerns they may have. A Parent Coach can help you pinpoint the area of concern, and then work with you to develop a plan moving forward. These first few weeks can be challenging for the entire family, and it can be hard to "problem solve" when the entire family is exhausted and stressed. A Parent Coach can help you identify how your family can move through these first few weeks as painlessly as possible.
POST ADOPTION: Others seek out a Parent Coach once they are home and their child has settled in a bit. It is common for adoptive and foster families to experience a "honeymoon period" in which the child seems to seamlessly transition, but as they begin to feel safe, display behaviours that surprise even the most experienced of adoptive families. In other cases, the siblings may be struggling to adapt to this new "normal" and families require support to help everyone transition. Often the child will bond quickly to one caregiver, leaving the other with all kinds of feelings that are difficult (and yet crucial) to process.
Many families feel alone and isolated after placement, and like those around them "just don't get it". While we believe that "behaviour is the voice of the child", we know through experience that it can feel like we speak a different language! At TMP, we have lived through many of these same issues with our own families, and are here to support your family through these challenging times.
