Napa Valley's Certified Life Coach
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More About Mariesa
Reflecting on my journey I can clearly see being of service, lifting people up and teaching has been intertwined throughout my life. I am an intentional woman shaped by reliance, compassion, and a commitment to showing up fully in every season of life.
Professionally and personally, I’m known for my strong leadership skills, clear communication, and ability to manage goals with focus and care.
I grew up in the Bay Area, and as a young adult moved to Southern California. There, I discovered a love for the hospitality industry. I took on leadership roles with high stress and created systems to set others up for success. Being a “go-to” accountable person became one of my core values.
When I met my husband, I was able to envision more for my future. However, like many others, we struggled with fertility. Together, we made a decision to pursue IVF. Going through IVF was another transformative part of my journey. It taught me patience to hope through uncertainty and vulnerability. As I shared my ups and downs with friends and family, I gained strength through community and other success stories. Now, as I walk the path of motherhood, I do so with a strong sense of purpose, deep intention and gratefulness.
Navigating motherhood and the flexibility it requires prepared me for something I never imagined…caring for my father who developed dementia. Not unique too me, I joined the “sandwich generation.” Caring for a parent with dementia taught me the kind of strength that doesn’t come from control, but from presence. It was in those quiet, often overwhelming moments that I learned how to lead with empathy, adapt quickly, and love freely. During this difficult time I practiced strong boundaries, as I also balanced prioritizing my young children. As a result, I really began understanding how to utilize available resources for support.
Another foundational part of my growth has been 12-step work. I joined a 12-step program to understand more about my relationship with my parents, how I related to the world around me, and how I can continue to grow. The principles of honesty, service, and self-awareness, heightened my convictions to lead a life of integrity and compassion.
I am so grateful to be where I am now and for the path I have walked. Above all, I believe in the power of positivity. I continue to guide with authenticity, enthusiasm, and a belief that even in the hardest moments, there are lessons to be learned. All of these experiences and more, have allowed me to transition my love for life, service and positive mindset, into impacting others in a very meaningful way. I strive to lead by example and challenge myself daily to push the boundaries of my comfort zone, always leaving room for more.
As a Certified Life Coach, I am honored to have the skills and the opportunity to encourage and empower clients to discover more possibilities for their life as well.
Each person holds so much power within themselves that needs to be let out. Sometimes they just need a little nudge, a little direction, a little support, a little coaching, and the greatest things can happen.
Pete Carroll
Football Coach