I am a PCI Certified Parent Coach®, Step-Family Foundation Counselor and Licensed Master of Social Work. I acquired my Parent Coach certification through the graduate level Parent Coaching Institute (PCI) program affiliated with Seattle Pacific University. The Parent Coaching Institute is the only Parent Coach Certification® Program offered in the United States. I have also received training as a Step-Family Foundation Counselor with the Stepfamily Foundation of New York. I am also a founding member of the PCI Certified Parent Coaches of New England, a collaboration of dynamic parent coaches who share resources and represent four of the New England states. I have earned both undergraduate and graduate degrees in social work focusing entirely on children and families.

My background includes twenty years of experience in the field of social work with children and families. For the past fifteen years, I have worked as a school counselor. I was previously employed with state social services where my pro-active approach and fervent belief in prevention led me to establish a successful family resource center for the prevention of child abuse and the betterment of families.

My personal life experience has provided me with the opportunity to observe an entire generation of children grow to adulthood—including my own three sons and step-daughter.

Throughout my diverse work experience, I have listened to the questions, concerns and struggles of hundreds of parents. Through The Progressive Parent, I will assist you in creating a present and a future that optimizes the potential for you and your child.

Contact Information

Phone: 207-615-5457
eMail: connie@theprogressiveparent.com

I also received my graduate level certification as a parent coach from the Parent Coaching Institute (PCI) in partnership with Seattle Pacific University. This is the only Certified Parent Coaching Program in the nation. I earned a MA in Human Services and I am an instructor at Southern New Hampshire University. Partnering with Connie, I am also a founding member of the PCI Certified Parent Coaches of New England, a collaboration of dynamic parent coaches who share resources and represent four of the New England states.

My Masters in Human Resources, allowed for working with children and teens in unique settings. I created and implemented Kids Karate Camps, working with children and families to develop self-discipline through the martial arts. Also, I am experienced in managing teens at a Family Entertainment Center, motivating them to develop work ethic skills which they could take forward with them in any future field of work they pursued. Through my years adjunct teaching at SNHU I have enjoyed working with a wide variety of adult learners. As a certified parent coach I understand the unique challenges facing adult learners looking to balance family and career goals. I have enjoyed coaching women in transition, helping them find their authentic voice and define their priorities as they look to increase family ease and cohesion.

Contact Information

Phone: 603-268-0414
eMail: cathi@theprogressiveparent.com