Andrea Marie Coaching
How I Came To This Work
I came to this work through a combination of professional training and lived experience - through my own seasons of transition, and the very real ways these experiences can settle into the body and shape family life.
Over time, I noticed that the change I was seeking didn’t come from trying harder or doing things “right.” It came when I allowed myself to slow down, steady, and respect my own timing and process. As I learned skills to regulate my nervous system and build a healthier, more meaningful life, my focus naturally shifted from behavior change to understanding how trauma, overwhelm, and chronic stress live in the body — and how healing becomes possible when the body is included, not pushed.
This shift led me to pursue extensive training in trauma-informed care and nervous system regulation, and to work closely with individuals and families impacted by substance use disorder, mental health challenges, and major life transitions. These experiences continue to shape how I show up in the room: grounded, relational, and practical.
I don’t believe lasting change comes from willpower or pressure. It grows through compassionate awareness, built slowly and honestly over time.
I don’t diagnose or direct. I walk alongside, offering steady support as people reconnect with their values and goals, and the lives they want to live.
What is Coaching?
Every coaching relationship is different, because every person and situation is different. When we work together, our approach is collaborative and shaped by what you’re navigating and what feels most supportive for you in the moment.
Rather than following a fixed program, we work in partnership to make thoughtful use of our time together. Coaching may involve conversation, reflection, skill-building, and shared resources, along with gentle accountability and support between sessions. The focus is always on creating stability, clarity, and momentum in a way that feels respectful of your pace and what feels right to you.
Our work is grounded in curiosity, not judgment. There is no expectation to arrive with answers or certainty. I'll meet you right where you are.
What We Might Explore Together
Depending on your needs, our work may include:
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Patterns and coping strategies — noticing what’s no longer serving you and what support might help
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Emotional regulation — building a personalized toolkit to manage anxiety, overwhelm, or reactivity with greater steadiness
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Nervous system support — understanding how stress and trauma show up in the body, and how to restore balance
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Daily rhythms and energy — exploring rest, nourishment, movement, and routines that support resilience
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Relationships and boundaries — navigating family dynamics, communication, and support systems
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Community and connection — identifying where support already exists and how to strengthen it
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Resources and practices — sharing tools, readings, and practices that support integration and lasting change
This work is not about fixing or optimizing yourself. It’s about understanding what you need, building supportive practices, and creating space for change that feels sustainable.