Hi, I’m Catherine—a coach and educator with over 20 years of experience helping people build the skills they need to manage life, school, and work more effectively.

I work with college students and adults, many of whom have been diagnosed with ADHD or simply feel overwhelmed by day-to-day demands. My focus is on executive function skills—things like time management, organization, planning, follow-through, and goal setting. If it helps you stay on track or get things done, it's probably something we'll work on.

My approach is practical, collaborative, and based on what matters most to you. I’m not a therapist—I’m a teacher and coach who helps people figure out what’s getting in the way and build systems that actually fit their life.

Background & Training

I’ve spent my career in education—as a teacher, coach, and curriculum designer—supporting learners of all kinds. I hold:

• A B.S. from Purdue University (Mitchell E. Daniels School of Business)

• A Secondary Education Credential from San Francisco State University

• An M.Ed. in Instructional Design & Online Learning from San Jose State University

I’ve also trained in:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) through the Feeling Good Institute (12 hours, Level 1, with Dr. David Burns)

• CBT for Anxiety and other areas through 24 CE hours at the Beck Institute

• Positive Psychology with Dr. Martin Seligman (University of Pennsylvania online course)

Career Highlights

• Taught in a public high school independent study program in San Mateo, CA, helping students finish high school, earn GEDs, or get ready for college

• Served as Assistant Director at Sylvan Learning Center, supporting middle and high schoolers with reading and math

• Led Great Books discussion groups for six years at Sacred Heart of Jesus in Boulder

• Volunteered for nine years in the counseling office at Boulder High School, guiding students and families through scholarship and college planning

Today

Now I work one-on-one with students and adults who want to get organized, stay focused, and follow through on their goals. Some clients want academic support, others need help managing work and life demands—but all are looking for ways to make things more manageable.

If that sounds like you, I’d love to help.