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Empowering Parents and Young People to Thrive

Welcome to Transformative Journey, LLC, where I provide parenting classes, parent coaching, and life coaching for tweens, teens, and young adults.
 
I specialize in supporting clients through:
  • Parenting Support: Building effective strategies tailored to each family's unique needs

  • Stress Management: Developing personalized coping strategies to navigate life's challenges

  • Mindfulness Training: Cultivating present-moment awareness to enhance emotional well-being

  • Executive Functioning Coaching: Strengthening skills like organization, time management, task initiation, and planning​

  • Emotional Regulation: Helping individuals understand and manage their emotions constructively

  • Self-esteem and Confidence: Fostering a strong sense of self-worth and personal empowerment

  • Social Skills Development: Enhancing interpersonal communication and relationship-building abilities

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​Together, we'll build practical skills, deepen self-awareness, and develop the tools you need for lasting change. 

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Parent Education 

Parenting classes offer parents practical tools to help parents build confidence, improve communication, and strengthen relationships with their children. These classes are based on the Parenting in the Twenty-first Century curriculum, which uses evidence-based strategies grounded in educational and cognitive behavioral principles. What You'll Learn •Parenting styles and their impact •Effective discipline techniques •Anger and stress management •Strengthening family relationships •Fostering emotional intelligence in children •Communication strategies for different age groups •Setting boundaries and expectations •Building resilience and self-esteem in children Parenting classes are available in both group and one-on-one formats, conducted virtually to provide flexible support for individuals meeting legal or agency requirements, as well as those seeking to improve parenting skills and strengthen family relationships. Participants will receive a Proof of Enrollment upon registration, and a Certificate of Completion upon successful course completion. Disclaimer: It is the participant’s responsibility to verify whether this course meets the requirements of their court, child protective services agency, or other relevant authority.

Parent Coaching

Parent coaching provides a supportive and collaborative space to help you navigate the challenges of raising school-age children and teens. Sessions are personalized to meet your unique needs and focus on building effective parenting strategies that foster growth, connection, and confidence. Parent Coaching Focus : •Developing confident and effective parenting strategies •Managing stress and building healthy coping skills •Supporting children and teens in emotional regulation •Enhancing communication and strengthening family bonds •Improving executive functioning skills at home •Integrating mindfulness into everyday routines The coaching process is a collaborative partnership designed to empower you with practical tools and insights to support your parenting journey and create a positive, nurturing home environment. Coaching sessions are offered one-to-one or in groups, and can be conducted virtually or by telephone to suit your needs.

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Life Coaching for Tweens, Teens, and Young Adults

Life coaching offers a safe and encouraging space for young people to explore challenges, build self-awareness, and work toward meaningful goals. Sessions are tailored to each individual’s strengths and needs, helping them grow with confidence and resilience. Life Coaching Focus Areas May Include: •Executive Functioning Skills: Enhancing organization, time management, task initiation, and planning abilities •Stress Management: Developing effective coping strategies to navigate daily challenges •Emotional Regulation: Building tools to understand, manage, and express emotions in healthy ways •Self-esteem and Confidence: Strengthening self-worth and fostering a positive self-image •Social Skills: Improving interpersonal communication and relationship-building techniques •Mindfulness Training: Cultivating present-moment awareness to support emotional balance and mental clarity Coaching supports young people in developing the skills they need to thrive in school, relationships, and everyday life. Coaching sessions are offered one-to-one or in groups, and can be conducted virtually or by telephone to suit your needs.

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My Approach

Meaningful change happens when we understand ourselves and build practical skills for everyday life. My approach is collaborative and personalized. We work together to identify your goals and develop practical strategies that work for you.

About Me

I earned a Master of Science in Education with an Advanced Certificate in School Psychology, and a Doctorate in Interdisciplinary Educational Studies. I also have certifications as a parent instructor, parent coach, stress management coach, positive psychology coach, teen life coach, and ADHD-Clinical Services Provider.

As a school psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with both typically developing students and those with special needs, I bring a unique foundation to my coaching work. My extensive background in assessment, intervention, counseling, and consultation directly enhances everything I do. Through assessment, I quickly identify patterns and underlying causes beneath surface behaviors and struggles. My intervention knowledge means I provide evidence-based, targeted strategies tailored to your specific situation, not generic advice. Counseling skills allow me to hold space for the stress, overwhelm, and emotions that come with this stage, whether you’re a parent navigating your child’s challenges or a teen/young adult working through your own. And my consultation approach ensures we work collaboratively, empowering you to solve problems independently while navigating schools, therapists, and other systems effectively. Together, these skills help me see the whole picture, ask the right questions, and guide you toward meaningful change. 

As a mother, I bring a deep, personal understanding of both the joys and challenges that come with raising children. Coupled with my professional background in school psychology and education, I offer thoughtful, compassionate, and practical support to parents and young people navigating their unique journeys. I believe in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where families can explore their strengths, overcome obstacles, and build deeper connections. My approach is grounded in empathy, evidence-based strategies, and a genuine commitment to helping each individual thrive whether they're facing transitions, communication struggles, or simply seeking clarity and confidence in their path forward. 

Dr. Karen Y. Ramirez, Founder

Through personalized support, you gain valuable insights about yourself, learn skills you can apply immediately, and make meaningful progress in the areas of life that matter the most to you. 

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A Parent Instructor, Coach, and Consultant, provides encouragement, strategies, and support. The client chooses whether or not to implement the strategies suggested.  A Parent Instructor, Coach, and Consultant does not diagnose or treat mental disorders. These services are not considered therapy or counseling, and should not be a substitute for necessary psychiatric or psychological treatment.

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