Burnout looks different in every person, team, and organization — and so does the way out. Coaching and consulting with a wide range of tools to match, so you can do work that matters.
“It’s not the weight you carry,
but how you carry it…” — Mary Oliver
I left a corporate career in Human Resources and Leadership Development in 2017 to create my own path, and I have never been happier. I'm a certified coach who works with individuals, groups, and organizations struggling with burnout and disengagement, helping you identify what's getting in your way and create a plan to move past it. I create space for you to see yourself more fully so you can make a unique impact wherever you are.
I'm driven by a desire to see the world we can create together when we show up in our authentic power.
My curiosity, love of learning, and commitment to authenticity are my superpowers — and I get energized helping people identify and use their strengths too. I feel honored to help build that future, one person at a time. We're in this together. If you're ready, I'm ready.
Trained in positive psychology, mental fitness, and neuro-transformational coaching, I rely on science and experience to help you overcome obstacles — and I'm always seeking out new, proven techniques that may benefit you.
While we'll focus on specific goals, you are a whole person. We'll dig deeper to make the most sustainable transformation, quickly.
This work is all about you as a one-of-a-kind human with individual dreams, experiences, and skills. I help you uncover what's unique about your story, your needs, and your possibilities.
This is the feedback I get most often. My clients feel safe being vulnerable with me because I've been there and I truly want you to succeed. I can teach you self-compassion as a tool you'll carry for the rest of your life.
I work with a limited number of clients at a time — so I can give you my all.
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I work with busy, high-achieving leaders to stop — often for the first time in years — and reconnect to their inner wisdom: to make a more meaningful impact, live in a state of peace, and create healthy relationships.
Your brain isn't always your friend. You may have found ways to meet your goals, but it isn't sustainable — and it's very human to feel how you're feeling. You can be successful and happy by rewiring your brain and remembering how to tap into your unique voice and wisdom. Self-exploration is messy work. I provide a safe space and tools so you can create a life and career that belong to you.
I’ve been working with Melissa for 4 months now and I didn’t know I needed a coach until I met her. She is professional, yet very authentic, she brings the best out of you and she is so dedicated to your success! I had a lot of aha moments that propelled me to start living my best life and stop doubting myself. She changed my life and I am so grateful for her. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Melissa to anyone wanting to change their lives, going through a confusing time, or just changing careers. Thank you so much Melissa!
— FrancieSpiritual Teacher, Montreal
Melissa exceeded every expectation I had when meeting with a coach. She was an encouraging, non-judgmental collaborator in my clarity of purpose and career success. I’d recommend her to anyone who wants to unlock their full potential and needs a trusted advisor and cheerleader along the way.
— JackieNonprofit Leader, Kentucky
Melissa listened with deep compassion and helped me become a better version of myself. There was never a hint of judgement as she invited me to go deeper to explore sensitive areas related to past issues that held me back from present success. Her positive way of asking questions to help dig out information set the stage for transformation. She is truly a gem, and I’m grateful to be a client!
— MichelleProcess Improvement Leader, Texas
A few tools and readings I come back to again and again — free, and yours to use whether or not we ever work together.
A short self-assessment to find where your energy is actually going, and which kind of burnout you're dealing with.
Download PDFA week-by-week guide to setting expectations, building trust, and establishing your team's culture on purpose.
Download PDFA page to fill in before the conversation you've been avoiding, so you walk in clear on what you actually need.
Download PDFThe full outline of a program: what's included, how it runs, and what changes for the people who go through it.
DownloadShirzad Chamine's book on mental fitness — the foundation of the PQ work I do with clients.
Read more ArticleThe clearest short piece I've found on what it means in practice, and what it isn't.
Read more ToolFifteen minutes, and you'll know which internal saboteurs are running the show.
Take it PodcastA conversation about why rest alone doesn't fix burnout, and what actually does.
ListenLooking for something you don't see here? Ask me — I probably have it.
I'd love to hear what you're working on — and working through — and brainstorm how I can help.