Historically, a way station was a place of rest during a long journey. A stop where travelers could warm themselves, gather supplies, share information, and steady their footing before continuing on. It was not the destination, but it played a critical role in making the journey possible.
That sentiment is at the heart of what The Way Station offers: a place to slow down, take stock, and gather what you need for what comes next. Whether you are navigating a personal transition or building something that serves others, I would be honored to support you along the way.
Services.
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Coaching offers a supportive, judgment free space to pause, reflect and navigate change with more ease. Iโm especially passionate about supporting ๐คฐ expectant and ๐ผ postpartum parentsโbut these sessions are open to anyone navigating a transition, working toward a personal or professional goal, or simply craving a reset.
๐๐ผ๐ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ฎ๐ฐ๐ต๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ถ๐ ๐ฑ๐ถ๐ณ๐ณ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ป๐ ๐ณ๐ฟ๐ผ๐บ ๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฝ๐:
Think of therapy as retracing your steps on a mapโlooking closely at the roads, detours, and patterns that brought you to this moment. Itโs about exploring your history, understanding why certain routes were taken, and working through the places where you may have gotten stuck or lost along the way.
Coaching, on the other hand, is pulling out the compass. We acknowledge where youโve been, but our focus is on where you want to go next. Together, we choose a direction, identify the small steps that will get you moving, and make adjustments along the way. Both are valuable, just different tools for different parts of the journey. -
Childbirth Education sessions offer a clear, inclusive and compassionate approach to preparing for birth. Taught using the Birthsmarter curriculum, which blends evidence-based information with practical skills, this class explores birth physiology, comfort measures, partner roles and decision-making frameworks intentionally designed to help you and your partner feel informed, empowered and confident as you navigate labor and birth, no matter how the experience unfolds.
Whatโs Included
๐ Custom 56-page workbook
๐กAccess to Birthsmarterโs curated pregnancy & parenting resources
๐ Exclusive partner perks & discounts
๐ฌ Weekly office hours and access to Birthsmarter educators
๐ Unbiased, non-judgmental, presentation of options
๐ Inclusive Language
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Consulting & Board Advisory services are designed for organizations in the maternal health and family tech space seeking to collaborate with me as a strategic advisor.
I work alongside founders, executive teams, and boards during periods of growth or transition, drawing on my training through the Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, 15+ years of experience across tech and media, certification in perinatal behavioral health and mental health coaching, and ongoing graduate studies in social work at Columbia University.
Engagements are tailored to organizational needs and may include board advisory support, go-to-market positioning, strategic partnerships, and leadership guidance.