Be The Kind of Parent You

Want To Be

No parent starts off knowing what to do...

And without Conscious Effort, Our Parenting Methods Can Create Conflict Instead of Connection.

The authoritarian way most of us have been taught to parent, creates conflict and frustration, endless power struggles and leaves us with broken and distant relationships with our children.

When we parent our children without making conscious and empowered decisions, we are destined to repeat painful patterns, no matter how badly we want it to be different.

Trust

Create a relationship with your children based on trust, connection and collaboration.

Harmony

Experience peace, harmony and mutual understanding with your children.

Joy

Savor joy and balance in your family life. Parenting really can be fun and rewarding!

It’s Never Too Late to
Turn Things Around

No matter what your relationship with your child(ren) looks like right now, there is hope.

Depending on where things are at, it can be hard to believe there is truly another way. But I promise you there is.

None of us start off as parents knowing what to do. We create plans, try to be the people we want to be and watch as our idealistic imaginings get run over by the reality of daily life and the immense pressures of caring for our kids.

"Elise is an excellent coach. She has such a kind, easy-going, non-judgmental way of being and speaking. I really feel like I can open up to her [...] I’ve really noticed an improvement in my relationship with my kids. I’m more patient and I've noticed far fewer power struggles."

-Mother of twin 4-year olds, Zurich

Hi! I’m Elise

Parenting has been one of the most profound and beautiful journeys of my life. But like many parents, I quickly realized that love alone didn’t always translate into confidence or clarity.

In my early years as a parent, I devoured countless books and spent hours sifting through expert advice online—yet I still felt uncertain, like I was missing something essential. I saw other parents struggling in the same way, and I wondered: Why is it so hard to apply what we know is best for our children?

That’s when I discovered parent coaching—the missing piece that finally helped me bridge the gap between knowledge and real, lasting change. Coaching goes beyond just advice; it blends research-backed insights with self-exploration and practical tools. Most importantly, it offers the compassionate support that parents need to grow in confidence, in a way that fits their unique family and values.

Why "Silver Coast" Parenting?

Over a decade ago, I moved from Canada to Switzerland and settled on the West shore of Lake Zurich—an area lovingly known as the Silver Coast. This place has become my home, yet living far from where I grew up has also brought its challenges.

I understand what it’s like to feel alone in parenting, to long for a sense of community and support. Through parent coaching, I help parents navigate the ups and downs of raising children, so they feel empowered rather than isolated—no matter where they are in their journey.

Traditional models of parenting are not working today

They make you feel like you’re not doing a good job.

But that’s not the truth. I believe that the real issue is that we’re not taught how to be the kind of parents most of us long to be so we end up slipping into old patterns or getting overwhelmed by conflicting advice that feels impossible to implement.

Which is why when you contact me, you will be met with understanding, a non-judgemental openness and a supportive, personalized, effective plan that I will personally guide you through every step of the way.

How It Works:

When you book a call with me, we’ll sit down together and talk so I can get a sense of what’s going on for you and your family and where I can offer support.

I’ll explain my approach and the options we have for working together. You can ask any questions you have and see what type of support would be the best fit for your life and schedule.

If it feels right to you, we can book our first session and get started. If it’s not a good fit, I will do my best to offer alternative resources or suggestions for support, wherever possible. There’s no pressure of any kind, simply an opportunity to see if we are a good fit to work together.