About
Hi, I am Coach Carla!
I’m passionate about helping fellow members of the sandwich generation navigate the complexities of their own lives with grace and purpose. Having personally lived through the challenges of caring for both children and aging parents, I intimately understand the immense pressure that can leave us feeling squeezed like a sandwich, weighed down by the demands from both sides.
With a full heart and a multitude of responsibilities, I have taken on the extraordinary role of caring for my elderly parents while also supporting my adult children and cherishing the joy of being a grandmother to five precious grandchildren. I accomplish all of this while navigating the intricacies of a fulfilling corporate career.
I am also a devoted wife, celebrating over 30 years of shared love and commitment and have two incredible millennial daughters who continually inspire me with their drive and determination. I have also been blessed with the privilege of being a stepmom to two wonderful bonus sons, whose presence has enriched my life in immeasurable ways.
As “MiMi” to my five adored grandchildren, I find immeasurable joy in witnessing the growth and wonder of the younger generation. Their infectious laughter and boundless curiosity remind me of the beauty and preciousness of life.
FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE CARING FOR A MULTIGENERATIONAL FAMILY
Above all, I am a devoted daughter, raised within a strong black family dynamic, honoring the invaluable lessons and love instilled in me by my parents. Their wisdom and guidance have shaped me into the compassionate and resilient person I am today.
What sets me apart and positions me as coach to “squeezed professionals like me” is my firsthand experience of functioning daily within a multigenerational family dynamic.
Living and thriving in a household where multiple generations coexist, I intimately understand the challenges and joys that come with different priorities, beliefs, and values converging under one roof. I wholeheartedly embrace my blended and extended family, recognizing the immense value that diverse talents and beliefs bring to our collective journey.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, American Standard Version
3 For everything there is a season, and a time for every [a]purpose under heaven: 2 a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; 3 a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up.
Educational Background
Master of Science in Organization Development (M.S.O.D.), American University/National Training Laboratory, Washington, DC
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.), Rockhurst University, Kansas City, MO
Coaching Certifications
International Coaching Federation (ICF), Professional Certified Coach (PCC)™
Board Certified Coach (BCC) – Executive/Corporate/Business/Leadership Coach
Co-Active Professional Coach (CPCC)
Assessments and Trainings
Arsenal “Stress to Resilience” Assessment
DDI 360
DiSC Profile
Clifton StrengthFinders
EQ-i 2.0
Franklin Covey Course Facilitator
Hogan Assessment Suite
Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
PROSCI Change Management Certification
Social Emotional Intelligence (SEI)
Thomas Kilmann Conflict Mode Instrument
