The question isn’t so much “Are you parenting the right way?” as it is “Are you the adult you want your child to grow up to be?”
~Brené Brown
Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here…
My name is Merri Guggisberg, I am MKG Parent Coach. I help parents and caregivers yell less, listen more, and nurture loving home environments so they can have lifelong, loving connections with their family members. My heart is in helping you overcome your parenting challenges and bringing happiness and harmony into your home.
I'm here to walk alongside you on the journey from exhaustion to empowerment. With over 20 years of experience working with children and families in ministry and parent education, I offer a parent-focused program that embraces emotional intelligence, empowered conversations, and strengths-based parenting methods.
Beyond my professional roles as a youth director and parent educator, I am also a Jai Certified Parenting Coach. But most importantly, I am a mom of two now-adult children. I have walked in your shoes and understand the joys and challenges of parenting. I am here to provide compassionate, hand-in-hand support.
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Family – Where Life Begins and Love Grows
Does parenting sometimes leave you feeling overwhelmed, yelling just to be heard? You're not alone. At MKG Parent Coach, we focus on fostering connection, kindness, and gratitude to help transform your family dynamics:
Mindfulness: Learn to connect deeply without raising your voice.
Kindness: Discover how empathy can replace frustration.
Gratitude: Find joy in everyday moments, even the challenging ones.
We provide a supportive space to explore practical tools and strategies that empower you to communicate effectively and manage stress. Together, we’ll set meaningful goals to help you create a peaceful, respectful home environment.
Feeling stuck? Let’s talk. Join me for a complimentary connection call to start your journey towards a calmer, more connected family life.
If this sounds like you, I can help. Join me for a complimentary connection call and let’s start building a joyful, respectful, and loving family environment.
“I am incredibly thankful to have taken Merri’s Parent Coaching course. I am a mom to 3 daughters (ages 12, 14, and 16). I started really struggling with how to deal with certain issues that were arising with my girls about a year ago. That’s when I was introduced to Merri. I went through her parenting course and am so thankful for her tips and wisdom. I am a much more patient mom now. I used to get incredibly frustrated with my girls and would even get to the point of yelling at them. I hated that feeling.
“I now have more of an understanding of how to approach the issues without the anger. I feel way more in control of my own emotions, which has helped with my girls and their emotions. I look forward to my meetings with Merri because I know that I’ll take away some nuggets.
“I feel like the strategies that I am learning are useful in other areas of my life, as well. I am so thankful for the time to reflect and learn with Merri!“
Mom of 3 – L.G.
Services
"Strengthen a parent …and you strengthen a child." —Fred Rogers
Coaching Tailored to Your Family's Needs
Our coaching sessions are designed to fit your unique family situation and schedule. Whether you prefer weekly, individual, 1-hour sessions or a flexible package, this is your opportunity to share your parenting challenges, concerns, and hopes. Together, we'll explore strategies for deeper connection and growth.
You can choose from packages of 3, 6, or 12 sessions. Ready to learn more? Schedule a call today to discover how we can support your parenting journey.
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Like A Book Club Gathering but for Parents
Imagine the collaborative atmosphere of a book club, but focused on parenting. In this small group setting, you'll engage in a 6-session course designed to address specific challenges and goals. Together, we'll develop practical strategies and skills that you can apply at home and on the go, creating a more loving and connected family environment.
Ready to learn more? Schedule a call today to explore how small group coaching can support your parenting journey.
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Community Workshops & Educational Sessions
Looking for a speaker for your next parent gathering? MKG Parent Coach is here to help. Our focused educational sessions provide essential skills for effective communication and emotional resilience. We offer impactful strategies for parents, grandparents, caregivers, and educators, turning challenges into opportunities for growth.
Interested in learning more? Reach out today to see how we can support your community.
Calming the Chaos: Tools for Peaceful Parenting
Mindful Parenting: Emotional Connection
Strengths-Based Family Connections
Digital Wellbeing for Families
Cultivating Deep Connection in Family Life
Family Substance Prevention Essentials
Free Resources
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Helpful guide to introduce your kids to household responsibilities, teaching what it means to be part of a family, and preparing them for their future
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Technology has amazing benefits for families. However, tech brings challenges to every family
This Boredom Buster Box guide is
designed to inspire and equip your family
with a variety of fun, creative, and
engaging activities
Technology has amazing benefits for families. However, tech brings challenges to every family
This Boredom Buster Box guide is
designed to inspire and equip your family
with a variety of fun, creative, and
engaging activities
Self-Paced Online Course: Purposeful Parenting
Looking for a flexible way to enhance your parenting skills? Our Purposeful Parenting online course is designed for those who prefer to learn at their own pace. This course offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you build stronger, more meaningful connections with your children. Accessible anytime, anywhere, it’s the perfect resource for busy parents who want to grow on their schedule.
Ready to get started? Explore the course today and take the first step toward more intentional parenting.
Discover the transformative power of PAUSE—Presence, Attentiveness, Understanding, Support, and Exploration—in "Purposeful Parenting with the PAUSE Process," led by Merri Guggisberg. This course empowers parents, caregivers, and educators to deepen connections with kids, embracing mindfulness, empathy, and collaboration for a harmonious family life.
Designed for parents with children aged 8-18, this course offers valuable insights and practical tools tailored to the unique challenges and joys of parenting during these formative years. Access the course at your convenience and complete it at your own pace, fitting seamlessly into your busy schedule.
Throughout this course, you will learn to navigate parenting with intention and understanding, fostering a nurturing and supportive atmosphere at home. Each module provides strategies to enhance your parenting skills, strengthen your family bonds, and celebrate the unique strengths of your children.
Calming The Chaos
Do you long for calm and cooperation in your home? In this workshop guests will learn five peaceful parenting tools that can be used today. These strategies bring family members closer together, increase your child’s selfesteem, and develop long term solutions for family cooperation.
Healthy Screen Relationships
Is tech adding to or taking away from your family life? Do you wish to have a deeper connection with your loved ones without devices interrupting? Join in learning the process for making a family media plan that brings peace and connection.
Helping Kids Succeed
How can we best support our kids success? This workshop focuses on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) and its application for adults who support kids. We cover importance of communication, active listening, and importance of encouraging our kids.
Testimonials
Working with Merri has been a game changer. We've been able to align our parenting goals and act in unison.
Thank you for all your support!
~ S.S. mom of 3.
You are a powerhouse of positive energy!
~ Laura A.
Merri is the Person every parent wants to have in their “Go to Survival Index Card”. She is an amazing coach! Merri is such a Gentle Soul and is very empathic and professional. She supports Parents and Kids in such a unique manner.
Her knowledge and skill in Parent Coaching are so profound. The first meeting with her transformation with any issue is evident. It is all because of her holistic approach to guiding and supporting her clients from a place of ease and flow. Where you will begin to feel and see changes in your relationship with your kids and the entire family to live the life every parent desires the most “A family who thrives on Joy and Happiness.”
As the adult you become more confident in your own parenting skill. Her guidance and support help you to gain clarity, pause, and tend to your own self-care, and you will be attentive in the flow with east as she supports you. A better Support System you cannot ask for.
~ With Love & Gratitude for your Guidance, Angie
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