STORY OF ANDREA
I’ve found in life that my biggest obstacles have become my greatest gifts.
Our mission is to help others live with purpose, direction, and inner strength.
INTRODUCTION
From my experience to yours.
Hey there, I’m Andrea, a support coach for people navigating major life changes. If you’re in the thick of it, trying to hold everything together while life feels overwhelming, you’re in the right place.
Many of the people I work with are caring for loved ones, managing loss, burnout, or stepping into a season they didn’t see coming. I’ve walked this path too, showing up for others while trying not to lose myself in the process.
I’ve been in this space since I was 17, both personally and professionally, and spent 20 years in healthcare. I know what it takes to support you through these kinds of life shifts, not just in theory, but in real life.
Whether you’re supporting a loved one or navigating your own transition, I understand the weight you’re carrying. My role is to guide you through it in a way that feels grounded, practical, and real.
We’ll work together to manage the emotional stress, clear the mental overload, and create simple, doable ways to move through your day without losing yourself.
This is about steadying yourself, building resilience, and finding your way forward, even in the middle of it all.
So how did I get here? Let’s dive in.
Who We Are
We’re a life coaching practice rooted in the belief that real change begins with clarity, self-awareness, and support. Our mission is to help individuals move beyond doubt, overwhelm, and uncertainty — and into lives that feel purposeful, confident, and aligned.
Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, seeking deeper fulfillment, or simply ready to reconnect with yourself, our coaching process is designed to meet you where you are. Through honest conversations, proven tools, and compassionate guidance, we help you uncover your goals, shift your mindset, and take meaningful action.
We’re not here to tell you who to be — we’re here to walk beside you as you become the version of yourself you’ve always known was possible.
I called myself a support coach because I connect with and guide those of you who are going through major life adjustments.
All of this came from my own experiences, and I want you to know I didn’t know what I would do next either. And I became a private coach because agencies prevented me from opening up in this way.
My late husband, I met him when I was 16, was married for nearly 30 years, he struggled with undiagnosed mental illness. Looking back, I see the signs much younger, but at the time I interpreted them as being wild and free. We divorced, and then he eventually died by suicide. In the span of about six weeks, on top of that, I lost three people close to me, after taking care of them in hospice. I buried a child. All of these things made me face transitions and adjust by using new tools (you can read about my strategies on my blog).
Through all of this, I figured out that I originally lost myself at a young age, being the primary caretaker for my brothers and everyone else in my family. I felt like I had to be this person to everyone.
You can read about that here. Therapy did some good…but didn’t.
Why Not Get Started?
MY TRANSITION
Moving from New York to North Carolina put me on a new path, because I had to start over.
At this point, I recognized these things weren’t coincidences, but it was traumatic. This was my moment of epiphany: I can do nothing to fix this person, and had to change my perspective to being a supporter.
There were two choices in front of me: I could run away, or I could be the person I am. So, I began to make changes, one of those being taking courses to becoming a coach, and also seeking out the support I needed. Like the mom I am, I knew I needed this for me but also for my kids. I started over at zero.
Throwing myself into coaching certifications, I told myself I knew I would get out of that, but I wanted to benefit the person behind me. Carving the path to make it to the other side, and then throwing a rope back. I’m thankful for my life so I can provide others with the lives they’ve only dreamed of. These major moments in my life shaped me, but also gave me the tools to enable others to get through similar transitions.
My blog gets into these stories in depth, along with some of the strategies I teach in your sessions. This style of coaching is for you if you’re lost, or navigating enormous life transitions, or existing in the chaos of supporting others. You’re in the right place because I got you, and I have the right tools.
What I Do
I offer personalized that helps individuals gain clarity, build confidence, and move forward with purpose. My sessions are designed to support real growth, practical action, and meaningful transformation.
Who I Am
I'm Andrea, and with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, family support, mental health, and life coaching, I’ve seen it all. But let’s skip the formalities and get real—I’ve walked in your shoes. I know exactly what you’re going through.
My Mission
My mission is to create space for individuals to grow, heal, and thrive. We’re here to support lasting change by helping each person uncover their values, trust their voice, and live with intention.
ABOUT ME
I’m Andrea, and with over 20 years of experience in healthcare, family support, mental health, and life coaching, I’ve seen it all. But let’s skip the formalities and get real—I’ve walked in your shoes. I know exactly what you’re going through.
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