Hi, I’m Elke.
I’ve spent the last 18 years as an early childhood educator, developing deep relationships with children and their families. I am passionate about empowering children and believe that they teach us as much as we can teach them.
My years in the classroom have given me firsthand knowledge on how powerful it is when children feel emotionally safe, how much parents carry on their shoulders, and how deeply our own upbringing shapes the way we offer guidance as a parent or caregiver.
Eager to find a way to extend the support I’ve offered families in the classroom into a more personal, transformative space, I became a coach for parents and caregivers.
As a parent/caregiver coach, I help you learn how to calm your nervous system, better understand your child’s behavior, and break generational cycles. My approach is grounded in neuroscience, developmental theory, and the belief that growth is always possible, for both caregiver and child.
I hold a Master’s degree in Learning, Development, and Family Sciences with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education from the University of Colorado, Denver. Through this program I studied the Reggio Emilia philosophy of early childhood education, and earned my Colorado professional teaching license.
When I’m not playing with children, I am playing outside in beautiful Boulder Colorado. You can find me on a hiking trail (looking at every wildflower), paddleboarding, or dancing to live music with friends!
Being a parent or caregiver is a lot of things. It’s exciting, rewarding, beautiful…and really hard!
In my coaching practice, I offer a warm space where you can slow down, reflect, and feel seen, not just as a parent, but as a whole person. Together, we’ll work to untangle stress, shift old patterns, and grow your connection with your child from the inside out.
1:1 Parent Coaching
A 12-week journey toward more calm, clarity, and connection.
This one-on-one coaching series is designed to support you in becoming the parent you want to be; without guilt, without perfection, and without doing it alone.
We’ll explore what’s underneath the hard moments, reconnect with your values, and build tools that feel authentic to your family. You'll leave feeling more grounded, self aware, and empowered in your parenting.
What’s included:
Twelve weekly 60 minute sessions (via Zoom or phone)
Personalized reflections, practices, and mindset support
Tools for nervous system regulation and conscious communication
Optional check ins between sessions for added support
Lifetime access to video and workbook content
Group Coaching Circles
(Coming Soon)
For those who crave connection and shared growth, group coaching offers a supportive, heart centered space to reflect, learn, and be heard alongside other parents.
Hire Me To Speak
Looking to bring meaningful conversation and insight to your community, school, or parent group? I offer engaging, heartfelt presentations on conscious parenting, emotional resilience, and nurturing connection at home and in the classroom.
Rooted in nearly two decades of early childhood experience and my work as a certified parent coach, my talks are informative, relatable, and always guided by curiosity, compassion, and respect for the whole child and the whole parent.
Let’s create a conversation that leaves your audience feeling seen, supported, and inspired.
Free Discovery Call
Let’s begin with a conversation.
This 30-minute call is a chance to get to know one another and explore whether parent coaching feels like the right next step for you. No pressure. Just a quiet pause to connect and reflect.
