Compassionate Families

Simple strategies for overcoming overwhelm

Reconnect with yourself and the people you love

My Services

If you’re here to ﬁnd help for your child, welcome. You’ll ﬁnd resources for yourself here, too. Simple enough for a child to learn, yet profound enough to change your life—they’re everyday tools that change lives every day.

I Can Help

Online Coaching

Whether we connect through a video-based platform in the comfort of your home, or meet in the privacy of my oﬃce, I’ll help you discover the resources you need for the challenges you face every day.

You're not alone

Classes & Workshops

Whether you’re searching for trauma informed resources, professional development, or online support groups, you’ll ﬁnd them in my classes and workshops. They’re for parents and professionals who are ready to learn more.

Take the next step

If You’re Experiencing…

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Fear, Apprehension, Worry

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Unwanted Weight Gain or Loss

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Irritability, Frustration, Anger

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Relational Conflict

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Secondary or Vicarious Trauma

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Stress, Anxiety, Overwhelm

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Procrastination, Lack of Motivation

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Discouragement, Hoplessness

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Fatigue, Exhaustion, Burnout

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Sadness, Grief, Loss

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Troubled Sleep

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Isolation, Loneliness

I Can Help

My Approach & Values

Hello, I’m Laurie Heyl. Over the past 25 years, I’ve worked with countless parents like you and children like yours. As an Accredited Certiﬁed EFT Practitioner, I know parents need simple, effective strategies that work.

Using neuroscience-based approaches backed by research, I’ll show you practical tools to prevent the cycle of stress, anxiety and overwhelm that can lead to compassion fatigue, exhaustion and burn out.