Welcome
I'm an ICF Associate Certified Coach with more than 20 years of experience in public health and nutrition. Along the way, I've led teams, mentored colleagues and supported people navigating change, often across different cultures and challenging circumstances.
Working across cultures, disciplines and institutions has shaped how I listen, ask questions and understand change. I've learned that good intentions and technical expertise are not enough. Relationships, power, whose voices are heard and the systems we work within all matter. I bring that perspective to coaching.
I believe we can develop greater awareness of our patterns and choices, while recognizing that not every obstacle can be resolved by changing our mindset. Inequity, discrimination, organizational cultures and unequal access to resources are real.
My own experiences and privileges shape my perspective, too. Ongoing anti-bias learning, questioning my assumptions and remaining open to feedback are part of my responsibility as a coach.
I bring curiosity, compassion and respect for your lived experience. My role isn't to tell you what to do, but to support you in exploring what matters, what may be getting in the way, and what feels possible.
Is this you?
You're navigating change or facing decisions without a clear path forward. Perhaps you're questioning your confidence, feeling pulled between competing responsibilities, or wondering whether the expectations you're living with still fit.
You may know something needs to change, but aren't sure what is possible or where to begin.
You don't need to have the answers to start exploring.
Why coaching?
Coaching offers dedicated time to reflect, step outside familiar patterns and consider different perspectives.
Together, we can explore what's shaping your experience, including your own assumptions and the circumstances around you.
You can gain greater clarity about what matters, what is within your influence and what support or changes might be needed.
The direction and choices remain yours.
How I coach
My approach combines mindfulness, self-compassion, systems thinking and the iPEC Energy Leadership framework. Together, we may explore:
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Awareness: Noticing thoughts, emotions and physical responses without immediately judging or reacting to them.
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Patterns: Understanding how thoughts, feelings and actions influence one another, and what shapes familiar responses.
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Energy and perspective: Exploring different ways of interpreting and responding to situations, especially under stress. The goal isn't constant positivity. Difficult emotions can carry important information.
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Self-compassion: Responding to setbacks and uncertainty with greater understanding rather than harsh self-judgment.
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The bigger picture: Recognizing how relationships, culture, power and institutional expectations shape your experiences and choices.
We'll work collaboratively, adapting our conversations and practices to your needs and preferences. You decide what to explore and what actions, if any, you want to take.
Sometimes progress means taking action. Sometimes it means setting a boundary, seeking support, slowing down or recognizing that something isn't yours to fix.
People come to coaching with different experiences, questions and hopes. Some common themes include:
Navigating change and transitions
Making sense of what's changing, what matters now, and how you want to approach what comes next.
Confidence, self-doubt and belonging
Understanding what shapes your confidence, including past experiences and environments that may not recognize your contributions.
Leadership and finding your voice
Exploring how you lead, communicate and make decisions while navigating expectations, relationships and power dynamics.
Relationships and difficult situations
Recognizing patterns, communicating across differences and navigating conflict or challenging circumstances.
Purpose, values and meaningful choices
Reconnecting with what matters to you and considering what feels possible and sustainable.
Ways to work together
Free Consultation Call
A 30-minute conversation to explore what brings you to coaching, what you're hoping for, and whether working together feels like a good fit. No pressure. No obligation. Only information to support you in your next steps.
Energy Leadership Index Assessment and Debrief
A reflective coaching assessment and conversation exploring how you tend to interpret and respond to situations, including under stress. We'll discuss what resonates and how the insights might be useful to you. This can be a one-off collaboration or part of your personalized coaching sessions.
Personalized Coaching Sessions
One-on-one sessions tailored to your questions, goals and circumstances. We can focus on a particular challenge or work together over time as you navigate change.
On Leadership Growth and Confidence
"Diane’s coaching changed my life and career. She helped me embrace my authentic leadership style, step into senior management with confidence, and create a clear vision that still guides me today. Her insight and support were transformational."
On Reconnecting with Purpose and Clarity
"Diane helped me reconnect to myself after a difficult period, guiding me with warmth, clarity, and compassion. Her ability to truly listen and reflect back what matters made it possible for me to take clear, meaningful steps forward in both work and life."
On Navigating a New Career Chapter
"Starting a business felt overwhelming, but Diane helped me feel supported and confident. Her thoughtful questions, resource sharing, and consistent encouragement made all the difference. I always leave our sessions feeling uplifted and empowered."
On Moving Through Change with Courage
"Diane helped me navigate through uncertainty across both work and family life. Her coaching offered space for reflection, not quick solutions; and gently guided me back to my own clarity and strength. Through our work together, I rebuilt confidence, reconnected with my creativity, and began making aligned decisions that supported both my career and my wellbeing."
Let's start with a conversation
You don't need to know exactly what you need from coaching before reaching out.
If you're curious about whether coaching could be useful, be in touch.
Coaching is a collaborative process and is not a substitute for mental health treatment.