Meet Your Coach
Hi, I'm Sande, the human behind The Watered Willow.
As a certified life coach, I bring both professional training and heartfelt intention to every session. My qualifications ensure that you receive thoughtful, informed support—but it’s the care, clarity, and connection we cultivate together that truly make the experience transformative.
My Coaching Philosophy
I meet you exactly where you are, without judgement. Your experiences, feelings, and pace are all honored in our work together.
Empathy First
Transformation doesn't have to be heavy. I bring humor and lightness to our sessions because joy is just as important as insight.
Playful Growth
Authentic Connection
No scripts or formulas here. Every session is real, present, and tailored to what you need in the moment.
I’m a compassionate life coach who left the corporate world to follow my passion for helping people live lives filled with happiness and meaning. My past experiences and traumas have shaped me into someone who can meet others with empathy, strength, and authenticity. I believe deeply in equality for all humans, and I’ve learned the power of saying “no” when something doesn’t serve me.
I don’t claim perfection—nor do I want it. Instead, I embrace imperfection as part of the journey, bringing honesty and a fun sense of humor to my work. Growth doesn’t have to feel heavy to be transformative, and I love helping people discover that truth for themselves.
My secret to success is simple: I know myself, I’m always willing to try something new, and if it doesn’t work, so be it. I give myself grace, I don’t waste energy worrying about others’ opinions, and I choose to live fully in the moment. These practices keep me grounded and remind me that resilience and joy can grow side by side.
Outside of coaching, I recharge by being outdoors—walking under big skies, painting with colors that feel like poetry, chasing tennis balls (sometimes better than my dog does), and laughing at life’s little ironies with my four-legged sidekick. These moments of play and creativity inspire me to bring clarity, compassion, and a spark of humor into every coaching session.
Credentials & Training