Workshop Speakers

We’re trained in the framework that weaves together the Gospel truth, neuroscience and practical strategies to help parents discipline with connection and grace. As a Catholic couple raising our own children, we speak from real-life experience, sharing honestly about the struggles, breakthroughs, and holy moments of everyday family life. We are passionate about equipping parents to live out their vocation as the leaders of the domestic church. We’ve led workshops, retreats, and small group courses and are comfortable leading them both in person and online. We are grateful for the consistent feedback on the clarity, warmth, and impact of our presentations. We communicate with energy and vulnerability, making complex concepts easy to grasp and apply. Bilingual and culturally aware, we love serving diverse communities and continually invest in our own learning to offer parents relevant, compassionate support. We’d love to hear more about your event and explore how we can help bring your vision to life. Let’s connect. We can’t wait to serve alongside you.

BS in English Education
Home Educator

In addition to being a CF Certified Parent Coach, I am also the Women’s Ministry Director at Kenmore Alliance Church, and mother of three young adults. My parenting journey was a bumpy one, eventually landing me on my face before God. I have found a tremendous amount of hope and guidance from Connected Families, and it is my desire to pass that on to other parents who are looking for the same thing!

Born and raised in Hong Kong, I earned my Bachelor of Social Work from Hong Kong Baptist University and worked in a special school for children with cerebral palsy before moving to the United States. I later completed both a Master’s in Family Studies and a Doctor of Education in Counselor Education and Student Personnel Services at Virginia Tech.

For 25 years, I devoted myself to raising and homeschooling my children while also supporting my husband’s ministry at Blacksburg Chinese Church through worship, women’s Bible studies, and small group leadership.

As an empty nester, God opened new doors through my work with Connected Families, where I became a certified parent coach and workshop speaker. This encounter reshaped my calling, leading me into a ministry of reconciliation—especially between parents and children.

Deeply grateful for the bonds I share with my husband, three grown children, and six grandchildren, I carry a special passion for Asian families. While Asian parents love deeply, cultural patterns of shame and honor often distort the message of love. My heart is to help families experience grace, truth, and the freedom of God’s redeeming love.

Connected Families Certified Parent Coach
Masters of Counselling

-Certified Parent Coach
-Certified Speaker
-Certified Elementary Educator turned Homeschool Veteran
-Mom of two young adults and one teen
-Experience with adoption, ADHD, and Learning Challenges
-An enthusiastic, engaging, and warm presentation style

BA in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education
Certified Parent Coach

ICF ACC Certified Coach , Bachelor music education

Corrie: M.A. Marriage and Family Counseling; Alan: Licensed Architect
Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches since 2021
Connected Families Parent Coach Trainers
Homeschool family with 4 kids
Served overseas

Bachelor of Science, Biology
Post-Graduate Teacher Training & Licensure
Home Educator (29 years)
Communications Coach, Institute for Cultural Communicators (10 years)
Homeschool Consultant, Home-Based Educator’s Accrediting Association (3 years)

I have been a certified Connected Families coach since 2023, offering individual coaching, virtual groups, and workshops. I am an adoptive mama of three kids, and a former foster and Safe Families parent. I have a Master of Social Work, having worked with kids through trauma counseling and with new parents through parent counseling. I have led mom groups and teach classes on the moms of the Bible. I am also the host of the podcast Moms Take Ten.

Certified Parent Coach / Sertifioitu vanhemmuuden valmentaja
Certified Speaker / Sertifioitu puhuja
Executive Director / Toiminnanjohtaja Moms for Kids ry
MBA, MA, ESL / KTM, FM Englannin opettaja
Mother of three, experience with sensitive and intense children / Kolmen lapsen äiti, kokemusta herkistä ja intensiivisistä lapsista
Clear communicator, warm presentation style / Selkeä kommunikoija, lämmin esiintymistapa