About Christie
About Christie
Supporting couples as they build not only a family but a lasting partnership.
Life has a way of changing our relationships.
Sometimes those changes are exciting. A wedding, a new home, a growing family.
Sometimes they're more challenging. Busy schedules, sleepless nights, different parenting styles, stress at work, or simply feeling like you've become so focused on everything else that you've stopped connecting with each other.
If you've experienced that, you're not alone.
In many ways, it's a normal part of sharing a life together.
The good news is that relationships can continue to grow through every season when they're given the care and attention they deserve.
That's why I created The Partnerhood.
Because underneath every role you take on...you're still partners.
Supporting couples as they build not only a family but a lasting partnership.
Life has a way of changing our relationships.
Sometimes those changes are exciting. A wedding, a new home, a growing family.
Sometimes they're more challenging. Busy schedules, sleepless nights, different parenting styles, stress at work, or simply feeling like you've become so focused on everything else that you've stopped connecting with each other.
If you've experienced that, you're not alone.
In many ways, it's a normal part of sharing a life together.
The good news is that relationships can continue to grow through every season when they're given the care and attention they deserve.
That's why I created The Partnerhood.
Because underneath every role you take on...you're still partners.
Why I Do This Work
When I became a Marriage and Family Therapist, I quickly noticed something that surprised me.
The couples I worked with weren't struggling because they didn't love each other.
More often than not, they were struggling because life had simply become overwhelming.
They were learning how to become parents while trying to stay connected as spouses.
They were balancing careers, family responsibilities, and the day-to-day demands of life while wondering why communication suddenly felt so much harder.
Again and again, I found myself reassuring couples that what they were experiencing wasn't unusual.
Many of the challenges they were facing were incredibly common.
What they needed wasn't shame or blame.
They needed support.
Then I became a mom myself.
Suddenly, the conversations I had been having professionally became personal.
I understood what it felt like to love your family deeply while also missing the relationship you once seemed to have so much time for.
That experience only strengthened my passion for helping couples navigate these seasons with more understanding, more grace, and more connection.
Why I Do This Work
When I became a Marriage and Family Therapist, I quickly noticed something that surprised me.
The couples I worked with weren't struggling because they didn't love each other.
More often than not, they were struggling because life had simply become overwhelming.
They were learning how to become parents while trying to stay connected as spouses.
They were balancing careers, family responsibilities, and the day-to-day demands of life while wondering why communication suddenly felt so much harder.
Again and again, I found myself reassuring couples that what they were experiencing wasn't unusual.
Many of the challenges they were facing were incredibly common.
What they needed wasn't shame or blame.
They needed support.
Then I became a mom myself.
Suddenly, the conversations I had been having professionally became personal.
I understood what it felt like to love your family deeply while also missing the relationship you once seemed to have so much time for.
That experience only strengthened my passion for helping couples navigate these seasons with more understanding, more grace, and more connection.
My Approach
Every couple has their own story.
That's why I don't believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all advice.
Instead, I focus on helping couples better understand one another, strengthen communication, navigate conflict in healthier ways, and reconnect in ways that fit into real life.
Because lasting change rarely comes from one grand gesture.
More often, it comes from small conversations.
Small moments of understanding.
Small choices to keep showing up for one another.
Those small moments have a way of becoming something much bigger over time.
My Approach
Every couple has their own story.
That's why I don't believe in quick fixes or one-size-fits-all advice.
Instead, I focus on helping couples better understand one another, strengthen communication, navigate conflict in healthier ways, and reconnect in ways that fit into real life.
Because lasting change rarely comes from one grand gesture.
More often, it comes from small conversations.
Small moments of understanding.
Small choices to keep showing up for one another.
Those small moments have a way of becoming something much bigger over time.
A Little More About Me
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Relationship Coach, author of The Partnerhood Workbook, and the founder of The Partnerhood.
I'm also a wife and a mom.
Those roles have taught me just as much about relationships as any textbook ever could.
I know what it feels like to juggle responsibilities, navigate changing seasons, and continue learning what it means to be good partners while raising a family.
That's one of the reasons I love this work so much.
It's work that continues long after a coaching session ends.
It's work we all continue practicing every day.
A Little More About Me
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Relationship Coach, author of The Partnerhood Workbook, and the founder of The Partnerhood.
I'm also a wife and a mom.
Those roles have taught me just as much about relationships as any textbook ever could.
I know what it feels like to juggle responsibilities, navigate changing seasons, and continue learning what it means to be good partners while raising a family.
That's one of the reasons I love this work so much.
It's work that continues long after a coaching session ends.
It's work we all continue practicing every day.
Speaking
Bringing Practical Relationship Wisdom to Your Audience
One of my favorite things about this work is having the opportunity to encourage people through workshops, conferences, retreats, podcasts, and community events.
Whether I'm speaking to parents, couples, business owners, or professionals, my goal is always the same:
To create conversations that leave people feeling understood, encouraged, and equipped with practical tools they can begin using right away.
I believe the best presentations don't simply inspire people for an hour—they give them something meaningful to take home and continue practicing long after the event ends.
If you're looking for a speaker who combines professional expertise with real-life experience, I'd love to be part of your next event.
Popular Speaking Topics
Strengthening Your Relationship as Your Family Grows
Parenthood changes almost everything—but it doesn't have to cost you your partnership.
This presentation helps couples understand the common challenges that arise during family transitions while offering practical tools for staying connected through every season.
Self-Care & Self-Compassion
It's easy to spend so much time caring for everyone else that we forget to care for ourselves.
Together we'll explore realistic approaches to self-care, self-compassion, and creating healthier rhythms that allow us to care for others without losing ourselves in the process.
Finding & Keeping Your Ideal Client
Growing a business isn't only about attracting new clients—it's about building trust, creating meaningful relationships, and serving the people you're uniquely called to help.
In this presentation, I share practical insights from my own journey as a therapist, coach, and business owner to help entrepreneurs grow with intention.
Interested in Having Christie Speak?
Whether you're planning a conference, retreat, workshop, podcast, or community event, I'd love to hear more about what you're creating.
Let's start a conversation.
I'd Love to Support You
Whether you're looking for practical resources, group coaching, or simply wondering where to begin, I'd love to help.
Together, we can help your relationship grow through every season of life.
I'd Love to Support You
Whether you're looking for practical resources, group coaching, or simply wondering where to begin, I'd love to help.
Together, we can help your relationship grow through every season of life.
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