Work With Me
Your late teens, 20s, and 30s are full of decisions that feel like they should come with a manual. They don't. But they do come with choices, and most of the noise around those choices belongs to other people (I'm looking at you, 2am Instagram and TikTok reels).
My work is about helping you cut through that noise. Not by telling you what to do, but by asking the questions that help you figure out what you actually think, and giving you the space to act on it without someone else's agenda in the way.
Below you'll find the different ways we can work together, as well as some honest notes on when coaching is a good fit, and when it might not be.
Is Coaching Right for You?
It might be a fit if you…
- Are in the middle of a transition (new job, new city, new relationship, post-graduation) and can't quite tell if what you're feeling is excitement or dread (or both)
- Keep telling yourself you'll start going to the gym / eating better / actually finishing that thing, and somehow never do, which is starting to bother you more than the thing itself
- Stay up way too late doing nothing in particular, because it's the only part of the day that feels like yours
- Look really good on paper (great job, good grades, lots of compliments) but have started to feel a little hollow inside, like you're performing a version of your life rather than living it
It might not be the right fit if…
- You want someone to just tell you what to do (that's a consultant, family member, friend, or mentor, not a coach!)
- You're dealing with mental health concerns that need clinical support (therapy will serve you much better)
- You're not quite ready to be honest with yourself about what you actually want
- You're hoping coaching will do the work for you without any effort in between sessions
- You're in crisis mode right now (if things feel urgent or overwhelming in a way that's affecting your day-to-day, that's a sign you need more immediate support than coaching can offer)
By your third session, you'll have…
Clarity on what you actually want.
Using the Wheel of Life, we map all 8 areas of your life (career, health, relationships, finances, and more) so you can see exactly where things are balanced and where they're not, and set concrete goals in the areas that need the most attention.
A decision you've been sitting on, made.
Many of the clients I've worked with come in after thinking about the same question for weeks: Do I pursue finance, public policy, education? Should I sleep earlier? How do I tell my friend, family member, or manager the difficult news? We get there, and you'll feel good about it.
Your values, named and audited.
Not just a list. We'll identify what you actually care about most, then hold it up against how you're really spending your time, energy, and attention. The gap between the two is usually where the stuck-ness lives.
A decision-making framework that's yours.
A simple, personal filter so future decisions don't require polling everyone in your life. You'll know how to use it before we're done.
Specific goals with real plans behind them.
Not "I want to be healthier" or "I want to feel less stressed." More like: I want to run a half marathon by September, which means starting with 3 runs a week and figuring out why I keep canceling on myself. We name the goal, map what's in the way, and build from there.
Language for what you're feeling.
Which makes hard conversations easier, with your manager, your partner, your parents, yourself.
Oh, and by the way...I really, really care about this work. Which is why if you don't feel a real difference after 3 sessions, I'll refund you completely, no questions asked (other than, "How could I have supported you better?").
How We Can Work Together
Choose what fits where you are right now.
Coaching
1:1 Coaching
An ongoing partnership built around your goals, your pace, and the questions that keep you up at night. Typically 6–12 sessions over 3–6 months. We start with a free 30-minute consult — no pressure, no pitch.
- A dedicated thought partner who isn't your parent, your partner, your boss, or your algorithm (and no, asking ChatGPT the same question 12 different ways doesn't count)
- Tools to build self-awareness, set goals, and get clear on what you actually value
- Real accountability between sessions and unlimited e-mail access, not just weekly check-ins
- A clearer sense of direction and the confidence and skills to act on it
Best for: Young adults navigating a major transition, a stuck point, or the general overwhelm of having too many options and too many opinions about which one to choose.
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ELI Assessment + Debrief
You've probably taken a personality test before — Myers-Briggs, Enneagram, StrengthsFinder. You learned something interesting about yourself, nodded along, and then not much changed.
The Energy Leadership® Index (ELI) is different. It's an attitudinal assessment, meaning it doesn't put you in a box — it measures how you're currently approaching the world: the energy you bring to decisions, what's quietly draining you, and the mindset patterns that might be shaping your choices without you realizing it. Because those things shift, the insights are immediately useful — not just "interesting to know."
- A concrete snapshot of the attitudes and energy you're bringing to decisions right now (and yes, there's a research-backed framework for this!)
- Real self-awareness around what's driving you forward and what might be holding you back, particularly in moments of stress or high intensity
- 90 minutes 1:1 with Amy to unpack your results, ask every question, and connect what you're seeing to what's actually in front of you
- Clarity you can use immediately, whether or not you continue with coaching
Best for: Young adults who want a structured, no-fluff way to understand themselves better before — or instead of — jumping into a full coaching engagement.
Investment: $197 (includes the assessment + 90-minute debrief with Amy)
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Reading
Get the Book
Amy's book is a collection of honest, humorous, and deeply personal essays about growing up, questioning expectations, and trying to make sense of her place in the world. From tense political debates at the dinner table to hiding out in the basement of an Austrian hostel, Amy reflects on the messy and meaningful process of becoming an adult.
- Stories about love, family, travel, mortality, late-night existential spirals, and more
- Moments that are awkward, funny, painful, and tender
- The questions many of us ask in our twenties but rarely say out loud
Best for: Anyone navigating early adulthood and questioning expectations, or anyone who wants a companion and the occasional belly laugh at the questionable decisions of a younger, chaotic Amy.
See the Book →Speaking
Bring Amy to Your School or Organization
Are you a parent, teacher, counselor, or administrator who works with young people navigating big life choices? Amy speaks to high schools, colleges, and organizations on intentional decision-making, identity, transitions, and building a life that's actually yours.
- Engaging, honest talks on mental health, social media, college and career transitions, and more that resonate with teens and young adults
- Workshops, keynotes, and follow-up small group sessions tailored to your audience and context
- Storytelling that cuts right to the core of what matters in life (often through reflections on my own history of disordered eating and two near-death experiences)
- Available for schools, universities, conferences, and community organizations
Best for: Educators, administrators, and parent organizations who want to give the young people in their community real stories and tools for navigating what comes next.
Book Amy to Speak →Want something free to get you started?
Take the values quiz, grab a career planning workbook, and more — check out the freebies tab →
Common Questions
What's the difference between coaching and therapy?
Therapy tends to focus on understanding and healing the past. Coaching focuses on the present and future — on what you want, what's getting in the way, and how to move forward. If you're dealing with significant mental health concerns or unresolved trauma, therapy is likely a better fit. Coaching is for people who are generally well-functioning but want to grow, get unstuck, or navigate change more intentionally.
What's the difference between coaching and consulting or mentoring?
Consultants and mentors typically offer advice, expertise, or guidance based on their own experience. Coaches don't. My job isn't to tell you what to do — it's to ask the questions that help you figure out what you already know. That said, I bring relevant experience and frameworks into the room; I just won't use them to make your decisions for you.
How long does coaching typically last?
It depends on what you're working on. Some people work with me for 3 months on a specific challenge; others for 6 months or longer on something bigger. A single Leadership Session or ELI debrief can also stand alone if you want to start smaller and see how it feels. We'll figure out the right structure together in our first conversation.
Do I need to have a clear goal before we start?
No. Some of the most important coaching work begins with someone who just knows something needs to change — but can't name it yet. That's a completely valid starting point. We'll figure out the direction together.
What does a typical coaching session look like?
Sessions are usually 45–60 minutes. We start by identifying what you want to focus on in that hour, then I use questions, frameworks, and occasional tools to help you think more clearly and decide more intentionally. You leave with clarity and, more often than not, a concrete next step. Nothing is assigned; everything is chosen.
How much do your coaching sessions cost?
Your first session is always free. It's a real conversation, not a sales pitch — a chance to see if this feels right, ask questions, and make sure you actually want to move forward before committing to anything.
After that, we'll work out a price together on the intro call. I typically work on a sliding scale of $70–$150 per session, depending on where you are in your career and what you can genuinely afford. I know what it's like to be a young adult trying to invest in yourself when money is tight — I've been there — and I'd rather find something that works than have cost be the thing that gets in the way.
For context, most ICF-certified coaches charge $100–$500+ per hour (and yes, some "influencer" coaches charge $1,000+ for a single session). I keep my rates accessible on purpose. In the meantime, feel free to explore the free resources on the Freebies tab.
Why isn't coaching free?
Honestly? Because free doesn't work as well. When something costs nothing, it's easy to skip it, half-show up, or bail when it gets uncomfortable. And coaching gets uncomfortable sometimes — that's kind of the point.
When you pay for something, you show up differently. You take it seriously, you do the thinking in between sessions, and you actually use what comes out of it. I've seen it over and over: the people who invest in coaching get more out of it, not because I'm doing anything differently, but because they are.
That said, I keep my rates flexible for a reason. If cost is a genuine barrier, let's talk — I'd rather find a way to make it work than have that be what stops you.
With AI, TikTok, and all these online platforms, can't I just get free advice online?
You can, technically. But here's what usually happens: you open TikTok for "quick career advice," and forty-five minutes later you're watching someone's morning routine in Bali and feeling vaguely bad about yourself. That's doomscrolling with extra steps.
And the advice itself? Some of it is genuinely good. A lot of it is someone trying to get you to buy their course. Some of it is just flat-out wrong (looking at you, every diet fad ever). The hard part isn't finding advice — it's figuring out which of the 500 contradicting opinions actually applies to your specific life, situation, and brain.
That's what I do. My coaching is built on hundreds of hours of real human sessions, ICF certification, a Harvard Ed.M., and research-backed frameworks — not a ring light and a good thumbnail. Every conversation is tailored to you: your goals, your blind spots, your specific flavor of stuck. I also keep my slots limited, because I actually want to be present when we talk, not burned out and half-distracted. You get my full attention, and a process designed to help you move forward in ways a viral video genuinely can't.
For young adults who are done letting other people make their choices for them.
Not sure where to start? That's exactly where I like to begin.
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