
Personalized coaching
tailored to you
I will help you solve for these types of situations:
navigate changes of summer break, travel, and school with kids
get out and connect with your communities
build confidence in language dynamics at home
... and many other needs that are unique to your story.
Because sometimes in the midst of chaos
where we are overrun by kids (and pets),
we can still find joy,
and then we can find
moments of calm and connection.
Why work with Anna?
The facts
My practical experience as a language teacher for kids and adults
My knowledge of research on bilingualism, second language acquisition and sociolinguistics (PhD with fieldwork with generations of French/Arabic speakers in France)
My journey as a French speaker with ups and downs in my own use and comfort
My story as a mother and building community in new places
My global experiences with travel, living abroad, having an au pair, moving
What you get
1-hr introductory coaching session
30-45 follow-up sessions (length and frequency TBD)
Anna’s unique set of experiences and creativity
Recap with key takeaways and next steps
Materials and resources to fit your needs
What makes me different?
The approach
I’m interested in the family as a whole.
I have no expectations or judgment that you do things a certain way.
You may be wanting to go deep into language or you may be letting things go and that’s ok.
What’s important to you drives what fits you.
I am interested in the relationships you have that will open up opportunities for you now.
I look at where you’ve been in the past and possibilities in the future.
I see the importance of a supportive community.
I know these can be emotional topics and you need to feel comfortable and safe.
I understand the desire to feel that you and your children belong wherever you are.
What will we talk about when we meet?
We’ll chat and get to know each other.
I’ll ask some basic questions about your story of what brings you here.
We’ll see what parts of your life you are wanting to grow.
We’ll explore how we can get you there!
Who are you looking to connect with?
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MY WHOLE SELF
(past, present and future)
(physical, mental and emotional)
so that I can become
whoever I want to be.
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MY FAMILY
so that I feel confident at home,
can let go of expectation and guilt,
and find love, energy and joy.
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MY LOCAL COMMUNITY
to find and create
opportunities and relationships
where we feel we belong,
just as we are,
and have space to grow.
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MY GLOBAL NETWORK
where I feel the power of women
who share a common ground
and bring diverse experiences
to create a valuable web of support
that is there when I need it.