For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved working with kids and helping them feel seen and supported. My background includes hands-on experience in schools, where I worked closely with students navigating both academics and the emotions that come with growing up. Those experiences showed me how many children quietly carry anxiety, and how powerful it can be when someone takes the time to listen, encourage, and guide them.

That insight inspired me to pursue life coaching, with a focus on helping kids manage anxiety and build confidence in school. I want to give students tools they can carry with them—ways to feel calm, capable, and proud of who they are.

At home, I’m the parent of a 16-year-old son, so I understand firsthand the challenges and joys of raising a teenager. I also share my home with a cat, a dog, and a curious axolotl who keep life lively. Creativity is another important part of who I am—I love needle felting and finding playful ways to bring imagination into everyday life.

Tara