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.

-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

I hold an Associate of Arts degree from William Tyndale College, Biblical Lay Counselor certification from Moody Bible Institute, and have received public speaking training from Speak Up and She Speaks.

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

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.

BA in Early Childhood Education and Elementary Education
Certified Parent Coach

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)

Connected Families Certified Parent Coach
Masters of Counselling

ICF ACC Certified Coach , Bachelor music education

Master’s of Science in Nursing, Pediatric Primary Care
Bachelor’s of Science, Biology
SPACE-trained (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions)

Connected Families Certified Parent Coach since 2022
Licensed Early Childhood Teacher
Certified in ARC Trauma Treatment for Children and Adolescents
Additional training in TBRI, Conscious Discipline, and Interplay Play Therapy
Mom of two adult children
Helped raise two girls with extensive developmental trauma