Growing en Famille
Parent Coaching & Neurodivergent Family Support
Parent in a way that is connection-focused, conscious and backed by neuroscience research.
Shift your parenting.
Grow alongside your kids.
Hi, I’m Claudia!
I’m a Certified Parenting Coach and Neurodivergent Family Support, based in Nelson, BC. I offer in-person coaching from my office, collaborate with other autism service providers to support families, and work 1:1 with neurodivergent kids. My mission is to help you navigate parenting challenges, strengthen your connection with your children, and support your family’s growth with practical, science-based tools.
Growing en Famille came to life as a way for me to share my experiences and extensive research I’ve done to answer my many questions about parenting. I’m privileged to be the mom of an autistic child who has profoundly transformed my values and life purpose. I thought I was prepared for motherhood after reading a few books…and then came the surprise! I honestly knew nothing about raising a neurodivergent child and found myself overly focused on the challenging behaviours. Standard strategies and advice just didn’t work. Motherhood wasn’t the smooth ride I had imagined. I had to find acceptance and bravely choose a countercultural parenting path. Without learning to parent with consciousness and intentionality, my connection with my kids and my mental health would have greatly suffered. I needed to learn how to truly build a relationship with them and meet their needs so they could thrive (No one tells you this when you become a parent!). I learned to slow down, trust my instincts and really listen and see my children for who they are (not who I wanted them to be!). My kids needed a calm and steady mom and a tuned-in leader.
With an academic background in science, it was no surprise I approached my research like a mad scientist. I quickly became passionate about neurodiversity and all things parenting. Conscious, Intentional, Responsive, attachment parenting, sécurisante et bienveillante (fr.), and Progressive Parenting all reflect my philosophy. I now dedicate my work to helping parents reestablish the foundation of trust, respect and cooperation with their children and repair what has been broken along their messy parenting journey.
I am honoured to guide parents to best support their child’s development while prioritizing their own mental health and truly enjoying parenthood! You can get there too!
I am here to curate parenting knowledge tailored to your unique needs.
Wherever you are on your parenting or reparenting journey, I’m pleased to meet you there.
Meaningful and lasting changes in your household starts with you!
You set the stage for your child’s interactions with themselves and with others.
Your voice becomes your child’s inner voice.
Your child’s identity is built from what you reflect of them.
Parenting is the most challenging job in the world. You deserve the support.
Do you sometimes feel that your worth as a parent is determined by your how ‘‘well’’ your child behaves?
Do you feel overwhelmed by your child’s emotions and behaviours? Have you tried many strategies, but none seems effective for long? Do you feel like your frustrations are creating distance between you and your child? These feelings are common among parents. You are not alone. You are in the right place, and I can help you.
The truth is that having children is the quickest way to bring our own inner struggles to the forefront.
When we focus too much on implementing strategies, it gets in the way of our connection to our kids. You must raise yourself to raise your kids.
I’m here to help you uncover the authentic parent you want to be and set the groundwork for a healthy parent-child relationship.
Master how you communicate your boundaries. Be firm but loving.
Enjoy more engaged and present relationships.
Prioritize connecting with your kids over correcting them.
Parent from a place of confidence and abundance.
Understand your child’s feelings and needs and know how to respond.
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Do you live in the Kootenays?
In-person sessions are flexible: my downtown Nelson office, your home, a quiet outdoor spot, or even a walk to recharge and connect. I tailor each session to your family’s needs, creating a supportive space where meaningful conversations and growth can happen.
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Neurodivergent Families
Every family is unique. Let’s sit down together to discover what yours needs most. I’ll help you build a strong support system, coordinate with autism service providers, and offer direct support—either with your family as a whole or 1:1 with your child.
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Francophones du Québec et d'ailleurs
Je propose de l’accompagnement parental en ligne, avec écoute et bienveillance. Québécoise d’origine, le français est la langue de mon cœur, et je vous accompagne pour renforcer vos liens familiaux, mieux comprendre vos enfants et trouver des outils concrets pour un quotidien plus harmonieux.
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