Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
My mentor Mia (hint she's not human)
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Over the past few weeks, I’ve been spending time volunteering with Heel & Hoof Horse Rescue, and it has been the best experience in so many ways! One horse in particular, Mia, has become my newest mentor. She’s curious, assertive, and has a deep love for food. If you walk into the paddock with treats, she has zero hesitation about boxing out the other horses and stepping right into your personal bubble. At first, I didn’t quite know how to respond. There’s something about being faced with such a large animal that makes you very aware of your own energy. I felt myself shrink back a bit, wanting to be gentle, not wanting to upset her, and hoping she would just understand my boundaries without me having to say anything. Sound familiar? Yesterday morning, I watched a long-time volunteer in the paddock with calm, grounded confidence. He simply put his hand out and said, “Not in my bubble.” And Mia stepped back! No tension. No confusion. No frustration. Just a clear boundary delivered with presence and respect. In that moment, I realized what Mia had been trying to teach me: boundaries aren't about being loud, forceful, or mean, boundaries come from being steady, clear, and connected to yourself. Horses respond to who you are being, not just what you say. And honestly? Humans do too. I’m reminded of the girls in our community learning to hold their own boundaries, trust their instincts, and show up confidently even when they feel unsure. I’m humbled by these moments, by the learning, the unlearning, and the gentle reminders that confidence is a practice, not a personality trait. Here’s to stepping into our presence, honouring our bubble, and learning from the most unexpected teachers. With gratitude, Chantal Psychologist| Teen Coach| Part of the Pyramid Psychology Team Come Make Wacky Never Done Before Gingerbread Houses With Us! The Happiness Path (THP) Hangouts A chance to do a hands-on craft that’s totally beginner-friendly, a little bit of easy movement (no pressure, no performance), and have a few laughs 👉 Are you in? Register here |
Pyramid Psychology- Inspiring Teen Girls to Build Unbreakable Mindsets
Hello! I’m Chantal, teen life coach and psychologist who’s helping teen girls build confidence, handle tough stuff, and grow into their most authentic selves. I’ve curate tools to make your journey as a parent, auntie, or supportive professional a little easier, and a lot more connected. These are the things I use, love, and trust to spark calm, courage, and real conversations with teens.
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