1-1 Coaching
with Susan May
Empowering families of Nonspeakers to create a thriving Homeschool
You can't get the idea of Homeschooling out of your head...
But you don't know where to start.
You're not alone.
Homeschooling your nonspeaking* child can feel scary. You know that the other educational options aren't great, but might feel unqualified or think that you don't have the time and resources to give your child what they really deserve.
But homeschooling doesn't have to be scary and hard.
It can be joyful, freeing... and easier than you ever imagined! How do I know?
Because I've experienced it myself!
*I use "nonspeaking" on this page to refer to all nonspeakers, unreliably speaking and minimally speaking individuals.
I want you to take a minute to take a deep breath and imagine the following:
Imagine waking up and having a plan for the day that includes not only the needs of your nonspeaking child and your other family members (spouse, other children etc.), but your own too! You feel energized and excited to start another day! You are confident that you and your family have the tools to face any challenges that pop up. You have seen that identifying your current top priority, committing to a plan to achieve your goal, and taking baby steps leads to meaningful progress for your whole family. Even better, you all have a sense of purposefulness in your days and you are more connected to each other than you've ever been.
Ok, I know that is a little vague and because of that you may be thinking... "Sure, sounds great! So great, it's too good to be true. I mean, what do all of those pretty words actually look like in a real life??"
Fair enough.
The truth is, that it looks different in each family because while we all have the same basic needs, our families are made of very unique individuals.
So what does this "plan" look like? It might look like your nonspeaking child helping you with chores around the house, daily Spelling sessions, listening to audiobooks or watching documentaries together and then going to do some errands.
Or maybe it looks like building a trusted team for your child that understands "presuming competence", having someone regularly come to your home so you have time to work, or your older children helping out.
Really, the options are as numerous and unique as we are.
But sometimes we need help figuring out how to create a plan when we uncertain, discouraged or just weary from years of trying "all the things".
1-1 Coaching Can Get You Started Now
You know in your heart that you are ready for something different. But you aren't sure what to change. Together you and I can make a plan so you can get create the thriving homeschool life you are aching for!
Book Now! Choose your package:
I need more info - What can I expect?
Through my own experience and working with parents of nonspeakers I've come up with a process that helps us get focused and start taking small steps towards a successful homeschool life. Because let's be real - being a parent of a nonspeaker is daunting and the sheer overwhelm of all the information and options can keep us frozen. Add in exhaustion and additional responsibilities besides your nonspeaking child, and it can feel impossible to make a "plan" much less implement it!
Hour long Coaching Calls for in-depth connection, Emails for Ongoing Support
Zoom or Phone
Find times and ways for us to connect that work for you. Book 1, 2 or 3 sessions depending on your needs.
You will also receive unlimited email support between coaching calls
**Ask about Marco Polo video chat option for more flexibility**
A Faster, Easier Path to Homeschool Heaven
A Unique Plan Made Specifically for You
Calls are also based on your unique needs. We'll dive into your specific challenges with homeschooling make a plan that you feel confident in implementing.
After each call, you will receive recordings and emails that include supporting resources.
Pricing and Availability Details
Affordable Pricing
Limited Spots**
You can book a single coaching session, or 2 or 3 sessions for increasing value!
1 Session = $97
2 Sessions = $147
3 Sessions = $197
Note: All NHS community Members get 50% off all Coaching rates!
**Coaching closes when I am at max capacity
What is this process you speak of?
Learning a process that you can come back to over and over is so much more effective than coming up with a one-time plan. Once you become familiar with the process you will able to use it over and over to continually adapt and evolve with your real homeschool and life.
Hello! I'm Susan May, long time homeschool mom to my 3 children (17 yo, 14 yo and 8 yo). All 3 were homeschooled their whole lives. Besides homeschooling my teaching experience includes: High school science, Hypnobabies birth classes, and online English to students in China.
But none of those are what make me "qualified" to homeschool. I believe all parents are qualified to homeschool their children if they are willing to put the time and effort in. Most of that time and energy goes into unlearning "Truths" we internalized that are actually NOT true. The most important qualities a homeschool parent can have are being loving, patient, generous and a desire to create a rich life together with their children. Don't feel like you naturally have those qualities? Great news! They can be learned and cultivated.
I began Spelling with my son Carter in the Spring of 2023 when he was 7 years old. I love encouraging others and am excited for more nonspeakers and their families to experience the joys of homeschooling.
I also have business experience organizing online communities and coaching, and am looking forward to utilizing those skills to help more families of nonspeakers thrive. Coaching parents and helping them realize their goals is one of my favorite things in the world! The parents I work with are incredible people and inspire me daily. The relationship we build is mutually beneficial in a way that words can't really do justice to.
I'm ready! Let's do this:
Testimonials:
“I sought out Susan for help & support during an immense period of upheaval, turmoil and change in my life. My son had been diagnosed with Autism last year, my father was diagnosed with Stage 4 Gastric Cancer earlier in the year, and my grandmother who I was very close to passed away mere days before my fourth child was born. I had so many questions about everything going on in my life - what kind of services were best for my son, how can I support my father given his recent diagnosis, what did being a Medical Freedom Advocate mean/should I or should I not continue to vaccinate my children, and how do I pursue my dream of home schooling my children on top of everything else going on in my life.
Susan provided a calm and cool approach to it all, helped me to navigate all these complex issues and ultimately assisted in formulating a good plan to tackle it all including how to build up both my Medical Freedom Advocate community and Home School Community.
Talking to Susan is like talking to an old friend you’ve known all your life thanks to Susan’s warm and friendly approach. I cannot recommend her enough for whatever you may need help with in your life.”
- Jeanette P.
RiseUP community member
and Coaching client
"Susan also offers personalized support using whichever modality you feel most comfortable with, like a phone call or a video chat. She is positive and encouraging. She doesn't tell you what is best for you, but has a great talent for leading you to discover it for yourself. Then she helps you make a concrete plan to put those steps into action."
Tonya P.
-Coaching Client and S2C practitioner in training
“I enjoyed getting together over zoom last week, thank you for all of your ideas!
All of this information looks great and I'm feeling good.. like I have a direction to go, which I needed! I haven't been able go through it all in detail yet, but I'm looking forward to spending time with it. I really appreciate the time you have spent considering my situation and helping me!”
Catherine
-RiseUP Community Founding Member
"Thank you, you have given me so much strength to listen to my gut."
Gretchen D.
-Friend and Medical Freedom Advocate
“Susan, I always ‘lurk’ and have been keeping tabs on you since forever. You have had more of an impact on my life than you will ever know. I truly value and respect your opinion.”
Sarah S.
-RiseUP Community Founding Member
“(I) wanted you to know... that everything you've come up with so far has been stuff I desperately need and stuff I tell my friends to look into."
Nicole C.
-RiseUP Community Founding Member
Questions?
Email: riseup@togetherwalking.com
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