
Feeling stuck?
Not sure what’s next?
Got a dream… but no roadmap?
I’m so glad you’re here.
At Turning Tides, I offer one-on-one support to help you get unstuck, get clear on what you truly want, and start carving your own path forward—on your terms.
Whether you're navigating changes in your relationships, career, or just trying to make everyday life feel more aligned, I’d be honored to walk beside you as you step into what’s next.
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Deeeeeep breath.
You’re ready.
To stick your toe in the water.
To make a change.
To find your purpose.
To chase your dream.
To be who you really are.
To create the life you’ve always imagined.
For yourself. For your family. For the world.
But…
You’ve been here before. You’ve tried. You’re tired.
You start to lift your head above water, taste a little hope, catch a glimpse of possibility, feel a flicker of joy…
And then the waves hit.
The doubts.
But what if…?
Who am I to…?
Fear is normal. It’s designed to protect us from the unknown. It tries to keep us safe.
But it also keeps us stuck—treading water, waiting, alone.
I see you.
You’re not alone.
I’ve been there. (Truth be told, I still go back sometimes—for a quick visit.)
I’ve dipped a toe in and yanked it back out.
I’ve stood on the edge, feeling the cold bite at the parts that make you hesitate.
I’ve jumped anyway—hoping the water would catch me, not consume me.
And here I am.
With you.
To help you navigate these tides.
To turn fear into possibility.
To guide you back to the version of yourself that’s been whispering from within.
To find out…
What if this really is everything you’ve dreamed of?
What if it’s more?

Choose to do more than just exist;
choose to live.
-Steve Maraboli
Hi! I’m Stephanie Fitzsimmons.
As your guide and support on this journey of transformation, I bring you:
Over 500 hours of real-world coaching experience—working with people navigating everything from career crossroads to personal reinvention.
International Coaching Federation (ICF) Associate Certified Coach (ACC) accreditation—globally recognized for coaching excellence and ethics.
Life Coach training through the Courageous Living Coach Certification Program—rooted in a holistic, client-centered philosophy.
Insight Coach and Professional Coach Certifications from the Insight Coaching Community, plus current roles as a Team Member & Mentor Coach within the community.
25+ years as an educator—from Kindergarten to Grade 12, including deep experience in Inclusive Education, bringing empathy, clarity, and guidance to complex dynamics.
20+ years of lived experience navigating marriage, divorce, parenting, and blended families—real-life insight that brings compassion and relatability to the work we’ll do together.
Mental Health First Aid (Mental Health Commission of Canada) — trained to recognize when someone may need mental health support and refer appropriately.
Accredited Rainbows Facilitator — trained to support youth and children navigating grief and loss.
Additional training in Fierce Conversations, Growth Mindset, Restorative Justice, Conflict Resolution, 30-Minute Problem Solving, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.