POSITIVE FAMILY SOLUTIONS™
TESTIMONIALS
“Isabelle's listening skills, warm and caring personality helped to put us on the right path. Our son was 17, exerting his own independence, taking risks and making mistakes along the way. The same mistakes we made in our youth but how quickly the mind forgets. Our old ways of discipline weren't working any more and we were suddenly in transition and didn't know how to handle ourselves. Isabelle made it click. Sue F., Mother of Teen
13-year old Elizabeth
“Isabelle Zehnder started coaching me a couple of months ago and the results have been different than what I expected. I remember at our first session she asked me on a scale from one to ten where my stress level was. I came in at a 9-10. I had a lot going on and have been really stressed out for some time. Now my stress level hardly ever goes over a 4 so it’s been a great improvement for both my kids and me. My kids have had a tough time coping with their dad’s and my divorce and with the death of their grandfather who they were really close to. So it’s been a very tough few years. I felt my kids were lacking in respect for me which bothered me. What I learned is that I needed to have respect for them too, it’s two-way street. Some of the issues were my son’s grades and my daughter’s attitude. I’ve learned a lot about my kids since we’ve been coaching. Isabelle gives me things to do during the week that help tie everything together. What I like is she always asks me if I agree with the assignment. So it’s always something I feel I can do. One of the things I’ve learned from my coaching experience with Isabelle is that it’s not only helping my kids but it’s really helping me. I feel calmer and more assured of myself and my parenting abilities. I have a deeper level of respect for my kids and I think they have a deeper level of respect for me. I just approach things differently and it’s working. Teresa C., Mother of Two Teenagers Vancouver, WA
“Isabelle’s insight is empowering. She has helped put things into perspective for me. Reminding me to take a deep breath & not make rash decisions was just what I needed to hear and I am following her advice. I had no idea this industry (behavioral boarding schools etc.) even existed until I recently started looking for help for my daughter. It's unbelievable how many programs are out there & how many kids are in them. The thought of it not being regulated is very scary. I have decided at this point to seek as much help as possible for my daughter while she remains at home. I have also come to realize that the constant conflict between us isn't getting us any where so I am trying to let go & let her learn some life lessons on her own. I remember telling myself that the process of going from teen to adult was just as painful as going from the womb into the outside world. It's uncomfortable, painful, scary, and there can be screaming & crying, etc. ... but eventually it passes. Isabelle was very instrumental in getting me through probably the most difficult time I have had as a parent and I will always be grateful that our paths crossed. I’m so glad she discouraged the idea of a boarding school because my daughter would still be sitting there today … angry. It would have been so bad to lose this time with her.” Follow-up one year later: “I’m happy to report that things have turned around and we are back on track! She turns 18 next week and I thank God that she is in a good space before she is out of the house and able to do what she wants. Nutrition played a big role in this for her. There’s been less anxiety and better concentration. So between maturity, nutrition, getting into a great college, and getting away from an abusive relationship...........she is doing great! I think it's wonderful that Isabelle is planning to help parents with difficult teens. It is such a hard time. I know she was a big help to me which I will always be grateful for.” Suzanne, Mother of Teen
Through coaching we learned how to respect our son, listen to what he had to say. Coaching taught us to be more patient and understanding … it also helped to clear any misconceptions until we had the facts straight, not blowing them out of proportion. We also learned to dwell on the positive points instead of the negative ones.”
San Mateo, CA
“My experience with Isabelle was great! She gave me suggestions and let me decide. She helped me see different perspectives of a situation and that helped me to make the right decision.”
Reno, NV
My work with Isabelle has spanned the last two years. I found her to go above and beyond for parents and children.
Since becoming a Coach, she has worked closely with myself and daughter. The results acheived within our family mirror Isabelle's honest, open communication.
Her style give way for families to giving families back the love, care and integrity lost as a result of many of life struggles and hardships.
My gratitude to her for being available when I was searching for answers. Thank you, Isabelle.
Carol B. Wright
Reno, NV
The biggest problem that I had with her was the abusive/controlling boyfriend. I couldn't get her away from him. He would call 10-20 times a day & text her non-stop. He wanted to know what she was doing every minute of the day, who she was with, what she was wearing....he had her completely turned against me & the rest of her family & friends.
She is now away from the abusive boyfriend. I can't tell you how much of a nuisance he was all day every day. She is back to being a happy person again. Before she finally got away from him she realized how needy she was to even want someone like him in her life. 
A lot of people suggested during that time that I should let go of her & let her learn her own lesson but I didn't agree. I wasn't giving up & I wasn't going to let her ruin her life to learn a lesson. I kept focused on where I wanted to see her in the future (like in college) and kept moving forward.
Pennsylvania
To contact Isabelle Zehnder, call (360) 723-5253
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Isabelle Zehnder
Coach - Mentor - Advocate
Building healthy family relationships, one family at a time!SM