About Me
"We only live once, Snoopy." - Charlie Brown
"Wrong! We only die once. We live every day!" – Snoopy
Coaching isn’t about me—it’s all about you. My goal is to support you in a way that feels warm, safe, and genuine. And since trust and comfort are at the heart of our work together, let’s start by sharing a little bit about who I am.
Why I coach?
Like you, I’ve navigated life’s most daunting obstacles—trauma, heartbreak, career setbacks, loss, rejection, and the relentless grip of self-doubt. I’ve wrestled with attachment issues, weathered relationship storms, endured divorce, and faced the complexities of fatherhood. Childhood trauma left me paralyzed by fear—public speaking terrified me, being the center of attention felt unbearable, and I became a classic people pleaser just to survive. But I learned that true transformation demands courage: I had to confront my fears, challenge my own demons, and learn by doing. I’m still evolving, and I always will be. Now, it’s my privilege to guide you as you shatter your own limiting beliefs and rise beyond your fears.
my values?
I hold an unshakable belief that every individual is inherently creative, resourceful, and whole. My role is to help you recognize that power within yourself and to support you in becoming the fullest, most authentic version of you. My vision? To equip you with the tools and insights you need, so you’ll eventually outgrow the need for my guidance. My deepest hope is that you’ll carry these lessons forward, creating a legacy of growth and positive change for generations to come.
my style?
Clients and colleagues describe me as both playful and calming, with a unique, eccentric edge. I thrive on creating a safe, inspiring space where you can explore new ideas, push your boundaries, and challenge yourself in ways you never imagined. I’ll lovingly provoke you to your edges, championing your growth every step of the way. Change is never easy, but with me in your corner, you’ll feel supported, empowered, and ready to embrace the discomfort of transformation—emerging stronger, wiser, and more confident than ever.
What are my credentials?
Aside from my challenging life experiences, you mean?
I have coached over 3,500 hours since 2019.
I have achieved a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) accreditation level at the the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
I am a professionally trained and certified coach (CPCC) from the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), one of the coaching companies responsible for creating the International Coaching Federation (ICF).
I am certified and have completed the Co-Active Institute’s 10-month intensive Leadership Program.
I was a Certified Buffini & Company Business Coach, where I coached business owners and leaders on how to grow their businesses by referral from early 2021 to early 2025.
My learnings continue to be profound and stretch me, allowing me to be an even more effective coach every day. I am passionate about continuing my learning until the day I die so I can be more fulfilled and best serve my clients.
Inspiration
Here are some of my current favorite and most inspiring things!
ABOVE ALL…OTHER PEOPLE I LOVE: MY SON, MY PARENTS, fellow coaches, AND MY CHOSEN FAMILY
NATURE: I FIND A LOT OF INSPIRATION FROM THE NATURAL WORLD. THESE MOVE ME… THEY CLEANSE MY SOUL:
Walks on the beach, lakefront, or parks
Yearly (when possible) snowboard vacations
National and international travel
Flowers, they get me every time
oh…and baking too
BOOKS: THESE ARE BOOKS I HAVE READ RECENTLY WHICH ARE RELATED TO LIVING A BETTER LIFE AND I HAVE FOUND BOTH INTERESTING AND EASY TO READ:
Unreasonable Hospitality, by Will Guidara
Tiny Habits, by BJ Fogg, PhD.
The Way of Integrity, by Martha Beck
Social Intelligence: The New Science of Success, by Karl Albrecht
The Courage to Be Disliked, by Ichiro Kishimi and Fumitake Koga
The Power of Now, by Eckhart Tolle
The Power of Eye Contact, by Michael Ellsberg
Designing Your Life, by Bill Burnett & Dave Evans
FILMS: THESE ARE SOME OF MY RE-WATCHABLE FAVORITE FILMS THAT GIVE ME ENERGY TO CREATE AND LOSE MYSELF:
The Matrix, The Martian, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, Coco, A Fish Called Wanda, Avatar, Spirit, Finding Nemo, Forrest Gump, Goodwill Hunting, The Incredibles, Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark, Monsters Inc., Monty Python and the Holy Grail, Terminator, Tron