You don't have to do it alone. Let's help your family thrive

Supporting parents in Kentwood, Grand Rapids, and beyond with compassionate coaching for big behaviors, emotional regulation, school challenges, and stronger family connection.

“The Thriving Parent helped me transform my parenting approach. I feel more connected to my children and confident in my decisions. Highly recommend!”

— Sarah M., Jenison, MI

How I Support Families 

Compassionate guidance, practical tools, and support that meets your family where you are.

Calmer Homes 

Tools and support for big feelings, challenging behaviors, and less daily overwhelm.

Connected 
Parenting

Shift from reacting to understanding, stronger connection, and confident parenting leadership.

Support That Understands

Compassionate coaching for parenting challenges, school concerns, and neurodivergent family journeys.

Ways We Can Work Together

Support designed to meet your family where you are—with practical guidance, compassionate coaching, and transformational support.

Individual Parent Coaching

Personalized support for current parenting challenges, big behaviors, emotional regulation, school concerns, and practical day-to-day parenting strategies.

Transformational Parenting Program

A 12-week guided journey for deeper family transformation through connection-based parenting, nervous system understanding, emotional awareness, and lasting change.

Neurodivergent Family Support

Compassionate coaching for families navigating neurodivergence, school systems, advocacy, emotional needs, and the unique decisions that come with this journey.

Why Families Work With Me

Compassionate support rooted in experience, practical strategy, and deep understanding of family life.

Experienced Educator & Behavior Specialist

With 15+ years supporting children, families, and school teams, I bring practical insight into behavior, emotional needs, and family challenges.

Connection-Based Parenting Approach

My coaching blends practical tools with nervous system awareness, emotional regulation, and relationship-centered parenting support.

Support That Understands Real Life

 

As both a parent and professional, I understand that parenting is deeply personal, complex, and never one-size-fits-all.

School & Family Partnership Insight

I help parents better understand school systems, communication, accommodations, and collaborative advocacy for their child’s success.

Meet Christa

Parenting can feel overwhelming—especially when behavior challenges, emotional needs, school concerns, or neurodivergent journeys leave you wondering what to do next.

As a former educator and Behavior Specialist with 15+ years of experience supporting children, families, and school teams, I bring both professional expertise and lived parenting understanding to this work.

My coaching is rooted in connection, practical strategy, emotional regulation, and compassionate support—helping parents move from overwhelm to clarity, confidence, and stronger family relationships.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions from parents considering coaching support.

Is parent coaching right for my family?

Parent coaching is ideal for families looking for practical support, guidance, and a deeper understanding of their child’s behavior, emotional needs, and family dynamics.

Do you work with parents, children, or both?

My work is primarily parent-focused, helping caregivers build tools, insight, and confidence. In some situations, child involvement may be appropriate depending on your family’s needs.

Do you offer virtual or in-person sessions?

I offer virtual coaching as well as in-person sessions for local families when available.

Do you support neurodivergent families?

Yes. I provide compassionate support for families navigating ADHD, autism, sensory differences, executive functioning challenges, school systems, and the unique decisions that come with neurodivergent parenting.

How is parent coaching different from therapy?

Parent coaching focuses on practical guidance, parenting strategy, emotional regulation support, and forward movement. Coaching is not therapy or mental health treatment.

What ages do you support?

I support families across a wide range of developmental stages, with experience working with children from early childhood through adolescence.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Parenting support starts with a conversation. Whether you're navigating behavior challenges, emotional overwhelm, school concerns, or simply looking for guidance, I’d be honored to connect with you.

Contact

Email: Christa@thethrivingparent.org
Website: thethrivingparent.org
Phone: (616)-275-0073

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