What Clients Say
Every coaching relationship is different. What stays consistent is this: women leave knowing themselves more clearly, trusting themselves more fully, and leading from a place that actually feels like them.
On voice, self-advocacy & Reclaiming Yourself
"The majority of my identity was wrapped up in how well I could serve other people. It was with Marisa that I realized that I matter, my wants and needs matter. I can love and serve others — but I absolutely come first."
Lisa T. — HR Professional
"Marisa empowered me to advocate for myself with a difficult employer. I didn't think my one voice mattered up against a large company — but with her encouragement, I was able to stand up for myself and have a favorable outcome."
Ashley W. — Program Director
"I got back both my vision for what I wanted my life to look like and my voice. I reclaimed my voice, created a vision, and went after what I wanted. I asked for what I wanted — and sometimes I got it, and sometimes I got even more."
Jackie H. — Writing Coach & Entrepreneur
"Marisa helped me open my eyes to ways I was holding myself back, ways I let others hold me back, and ways I found comfort in both. That alone has been life changing."
Angelica B. — HR Professional & DEI Advocate
"The most valuable takeaway was reclaiming my experience and abilities as my own — not something that was simply given to me. Taking back my own agency is going to be invaluable."
Roz W. - Entrepreneur
On the body, somatics & being truly seen
"Working with Marisa is like someone holding a mirror up to you — showing your habits, dreams, fears, and strengths — all of you. And then having someone stand beside you while you look in that mirror without judgment, letting you know that all of it is okay and whatever you want to do with what's in that mirror is possible."
Ashley W. – HR Professional
"Since working with Marisa, I have been able to shift my mindset, be more kind to myself, and focus on what my body is actually feeling. My entire life has improved because I now have language for what I am experiencing — with actionable steps that help me through the best of times and the worst."
Name withheld by request - Coaching Client
"Learning where the uncomfortable feeling was in my body — and pointing that out — is huge. When Marisa somatically helped me understand what was happening when I felt vulnerable, I was able to reach a calm state and make sound decisions."
Katrina E. - Entrepreneur
"She provided practical tools for anxiety with a focus on the body — helping to free up the mind to see other choices that a clouded, anxious brain cannot see."
Melissa G. - Pilates Instructor
"She helped me to pinpoint why I get overwhelmed and figure out healthier ways to react. I didn't feel defensive when she pointed things out because she takes such a gentle approach."
Torrey R. - Social Media & Digital Strategist
"She helped me find my voice and claim my expertise. I am learning how to connect with myself, mind and body, and how to utilize that connection in my relationships and business."
Janet K. - Dog Trainer / Business Owner
on safety, presence, and coming home to yourself
"She created a safe space for me as a woman in a way I never knew I needed until I met her….She helped me see myself past all my insecurities and inadequacies — a clear vision of who I am outside of who I believed I was based on previous experiences and old narratives that just weren't true."
Jasmine W. - Entrepreneur & Coach
"Many sessions I came with nothing but my presence — and we were able to cultivate the time into something extremely useful every time."
Clarity L. - Writer
"She picked up on the conversation that needed to be had in the room. She was very attuned to me — moment to moment…Working with Marisa felt like working with family. She has a way of creating a safe container where I felt comfortable being honest about where I was."
Rene B. - Somatic Coach & Nonprofit Leader
"She gave me permission to feel my feelings, which I didn't even know I needed. I became more gracious and loving with myself."
Bridget G. - Special Education Teacher & Entrepreneur
On Leadership & organizational work
"I am honored and blessed to have Marisa as my Executive Coach. She is passionate about the community she serves, insightful, resourceful, and professional. She has truly helped me personally and professionally to become the best version of myself as a leader."
Darlene B. - Executive Director, Ten Toes In
"Marisa asks laser-focused questions that get to the heart of an issue and allows me to stand clear in my vision and move any project we have forward."
Kenya C. - Executive Director, A Step to Freedom
"With Marisa's expertise, we developed the vision, mission, and program of Her Life Journey. She helped me think outside the box, challenged my perspectives, and increased my confidence to bring what I envisioned into the world."
Elena R. - Executive Director, Her Life Journey
The through-line in every story is courage—the willingness to pause, listen inwardly, and lead from what’s true.