1:1 Leadership Coaching for Women

Strengthen your presence, navigate complexity, and lead with greater impact.

You're capable. You're experienced. But something's getting in the way.

You second-guess yourself in moments that matter: holding back in meetings, downplaying your expertise, or overexplaining decisions you know are sound.
You're exhausted from navigating the unspoken rules, managing perceptions, and doing the invisible work that no one else seems to notice or value.
You struggle to influence upward. Your ideas get overlooked or credited to someone else, and you're not sure how to command attention from senior leaders without coming across as pushy.
You avoid difficult conversations longer than you should because delivering tough feedback feels uncomfortable, and you worry about being labeled as "too harsh" or "difficult to work with."
You're great at advocating for your team, but struggle to advocate for yourself, whether it's negotiating compensation, claiming credit, or asking for what you need.
You've been told you need more "leadership presence," but no one can tell you what that means or how to develop it.

There's a different way forward, built for you, not around you.

My 1:1 leadership coaching is designed specifically for women navigating the unique challenges of leadership. This isn’t a generic program adapted for women as an afterthought. It’s coaching grounded in 25+ years of Fortune 500 experience, evidence-based methods, and deep expertise in women’s leadership development.

Here's what makes this different:

A Woman Who's Been There

You get a thought partner who has walked this path. I’ve worked with hundreds of women leaders across industries and navigated these challenges myself: building credibility in male-dominated environments, founding and leading a professional women’s network to 2,000+ members, and coaching through the dynamics you’re facing.

Focused on What Matters to You

We work on what matters most to you right now. Whether it’s strengthening your leadership presence, influencing upward with confidence, delivering difficult feedback effectively, or positioning yourself for advancement, we focus on the challenges in front of you, not a predetermined curriculum.

Sustainable Change

You’ll build the foundation to sustain lasting change. Not just confidence that fades after the session ends, but practical strategies, sharper self-awareness, and the ability to navigate complexity with clarity and purpose.

Tangible Results

The women I work with leave with tangible results: promotions, stronger teams, better work-life integration, and the confidence to lead on their own terms.

What You'll Gain

Clarity about what you want in your career and leadership (and a plan to get there)
A stronger, more grounded leadership presence that elevates your influence and impact
The confidence to take on bigger roles, navigate difficult conversations, and make harder decisions
Practical strategies for influencing upward, delivering feedback effectively, and positioning yourself for advancement
Better work-life integration without sacrificing ambition or impact
An inner compass you can trust, long after our engagement ends

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"Her thought-provoking questions challenged me and helped me reach my goals. I will remember that she got me through a more difficult period in my life through encouragement, affirmation, and care."

“Christina is such a good listener and was always there for me. Her thought-provoking questions challenged me and helped me reach my goals. She listened to my thoughts and feelings without judgment but also challenged me to think about a situation in other ways. I would recommend her to anyone no matter the stage of life they are in. I will remember that she got me through a more difficult period in my life through encouragement, affirmation, and care.”

—Alexis Wittkampf, ex-Stanford GSB | ex-Microsoft | ex-Twitter | Advertising Solutions Director

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"My sessions with Christina helped me move forward with confidence, and my only regret is not engaging her sooner."

“Christina provided me guidance and support working through a life transition I was back and forth on for several years. She helped me find the courage and trust my instincts to move forward and make the decision to embark on the next chapter. Christina is neutral, non-judgmental and empathetic, and works with you to challenge your way of thinking to reveal new angles to find your conclusions. My sessions with Christina helped me move forward with confidence, and my only regret is not engaging her sooner.”

—Melissa Memoli, Oracle Financing

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"Christina reminded me that it is ok, even necessary, to say NO from time to time. Christina gave me permission, and sometimes a kick in the pants, to say YES to taking care of me."

“Christina is a thoughtful and caring coach. She listens without judgment and creates a safe space for clients to voice and explore their issues. She is professional and maintains client confidentiality. She does not tell her clients what to do or how to feel, rather she takes them on a guided journey of the self to allow them to find the answers within. Christina reminded me that it is ok, even necessary, to say NO from time to time. This is a basic but important skill that, for some women, and particularly women in leadership roles, has to be developed over time. Christina gave me permission, and sometimes a kick in the pants, to say YES to taking care of me.”

—Carey Bohjanen, Founder, The Rallying Cry | Ecosystem Builder | Advancing Women's Leadership & Climate Solutions in Africa

How we work together

I work with individual clients through 60-minute coaching sessions, typically twice a month, with email/chat support between sessions. Engagements are a minimum of six months, giving us time to create meaningful, sustainable change. Our work is personalized to what matters most to you. While every engagement is different, most clients focus on one or more of the following areas:

Focus Area 01

Leadership Development

Strengthening your leadership presence, understanding your unique brand and style, and advancing to the next level.

Focus Area 02

Career Navigation

Exploring opportunities aligned with your values, ambitions, and current season of life.

Focus Area 03

Strategic Influence

Building your ability to influence upward, advocate for yourself, and navigate organizational dynamics with confidence.

Focus Area 04

Work-Life Integration

Creating sustainable ways to balance professional demands with personal priorities.

Sessions are held via video or audio call, and all coaching is conducted under the International Coach Federation’s Code of Ethics, which means everything you share remains confidential.

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