The hard stuff is the human stuff.
A team that's struggling to work together. A leader navigating organizational change. A relationship that’s turned complicated.
A conversation that's long overdue.
That's where I come in.
We’re going there and it’s going to feel like relief.
After more than 20 years of working with leaders, teams, and individuals, I know the challenges of navigating difficult conversations, relationships and change.
Whether you're leading a team, running a business, navigating a family transition, or facing a difficult decision, I’ll help you move through this moment in a way you’ll be proud of later.
Feeling stuck, uncertain, or unsure what to do next? Book a free discovery call today.
For Leaders &
Organizations
Nobody teaches you the people part.
Leading people is complicated, especially when teams are growing, organizations are changing, and expectations are high.
I work with leaders and organizations on executive coaching, management development, team dynamics, organizational change, and the difficult people challenges that come with leadership.
For Individuals &
Families
Some conversations change everything.
Family relationships, personal transitions, and difficult decisions can bring up emotions and questions we don't always know how to navigate.
I help people prepare for difficult conversations, work through conflict, and approach high-stakes moments with clarity, confidence, and care.
Whatever you're working through or working toward we can start there.
PREPARE
Heading into something new or difficult?
Get clear on what matters, build confidence, and prepare for the conversations, decisions, and changes ahead.
NAVIGATE
Already in the middle of it?
Make sense of what's happening, work through challenges, understand your options, and find a way forward.
STRENGTHEN
Ready to make things better?
Build the skills, relationships, and practices that help people, teams, and organizations thrive.
Hi, I’m Mel
For more than 20 years, I've coached executive directors, helped organizations navigate change, worked with teams struggling to find their footing, and supported individuals facing difficult decisions and conversations.
What I've learned is that so much of what makes leadership, relationships, and change difficult comes down to the human stuff - expectations that haven't been communicated. Conversations that haven't happened. Conflict that hasn't been addressed.
I’ll help you move through these moments with clarity, confidence and care.
My approach is practical, direct, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that how we navigate difficult moments matters.
I hold a Master of Public Administration (MPA) from New York University and am a Certified Conflict Coach from the Justice Institute of British Columbia.
I am based in Vancouver, BC on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).
Sessions are available online or in person at my studio in Mount Pleasant, East Vancouver.
A few things you might be wondering
What kinds of challenges do you help with?
I work with leaders, organizations, and individuals navigating the challenges that come with people, relationships, and change.
That might mean supporting an executive director through an organizational transition, helping a management team work more effectively, preparing someone for a difficult conversation, or navigating complicated family dynamics.
Do you work with organizations and teams?
Absolutely. Executive coaching, organizational consulting, management development, and team facilitation have been central to my work for more than 20 years.
I work with leaders one-on-one and with teams and organizations through customized coaching, advisory, training, and facilitation engagements.
How do we get started?
We start with a conversation. You can book a complimentary discovery call to tell me a little about what's happening, what you're hoping to accomplish, and where support might be helpful.
For individuals looking for targeted support with a particular challenge, you can also book a private coaching session directly.
How much does it cost?
A private 60-minute session is $295. Organizational consulting, executive coaching packages, culture audits, change management plans, management trainings and facilitation and complex people challenges are priced according to the scope of the work.
Do you work virtually or in person?
Both. I work virtually with clients wherever they are, and offer in-person sessions at my studio in Mount Pleasant, East Vancouver. Organizational workshops and facilitation can also take place on-site.
