I help teachers and young adults find clarity, calm, and confident direction because I’ve lived both the burnout and the breakthrough.

After decades working in K–12 education, I reached a breaking point. I loved my students and my work, but the constant pressure, emotional weight, and expectations left me exhausted and disconnected from myself. I didn’t just leave the classroom I left burned out, unsure of what was next, and questioning who I was outside of my role as an educator.

It wasn’t until later that I discovered life coaching and I remember thinking, I wish I had this when I was still teaching. Coaching gave me space to slow down, reflect, and figure out what truly mattered to me. It helped me find myself again.

I’ve always had a strong passion for supporting other teachers whether it was listening over lunch, helping them manage their day-to-day, or offering perspective when things felt overwhelming. Now, with coaching tools in hand, I get to walk alongside teachers in a more intentional way helping them reconnect with their values, protect their energy, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

While working in higher education, I also found myself drawn to another group: 18–29-year-olds. This is such a pivotal time in life filled with pressure, transitions, and questions like “Who am I?” and “What am I doing with my life?” After years of working with college students and young adults, I knew I wanted to support this group more deeply. They don’t need more advice they need space, strategy, and someone who believes in their growth.

That’s why I created BalancED by Krikelis a coaching space for teachers and young adults who are ready to reset, realign, and grow on their own terms.

I bring warmth, structure, and curiosity to every session. My approach blends deep listening with practical tools to help you stop spinning, start moving, and feel more grounded in who you are.