Our Philosophy

At MyLearningCoach, we believe education has the power to change lives.

We strive to support post-secondary students to obtain full access to the resources, strategies and skills necessary for their own personal academic journeys.

There are many barriers that prevent post-secondary students from achieving their best. MyLearningCoach offers a variety of services designed to remove such barriers and increase equitable access to learning.

Meet our team!

Deanna, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Accessibility Coordinator

Deanna, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Accessibility Coordinator

Jim, B.Sc, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him) Accessibility Coordinator

Jim, B.Sc, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him)

Accessibility Coordinator

Saskia (she/her) Business Manager

Saskia (she/her)

Business Manager

Evan, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Evan, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Alyssa, B.Sc, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Alyssa, B.Sc, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Nora, B.Ed, Holistic Life Coach (she/her) Learning Coach

Nora, B.Ed, Holistic Life Coach (she/her)

Learning Coach

Courtney, BA, MA, PhD (in progress) (she/her) Learning Coach

Courtney, BA, MA, PhD (in progress) (she/her)

Learning Coach

Lindsay, B.Ed, BA, MA (in progress) (she/her) Assistive Technology Specialist and Learning Coach

Lindsay, B.Ed, BA, MA (in progress) (she/her)

Assistive Technology Specialist and Learning Coach

Lindsay, BSc Hons, PhD (she/her) Learning Coach

Lindsay, BSc Hons, PhD (she/her)

Learning Coach

John, BA Hons, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him) Learning Coach

John, BA Hons, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him)

Learning Coach

Colleen, BA, M.Ed, PhD (in progress) (she/her) Post-Secondary Advising Specialist and Learning Coach

Colleen, BA, M.Ed, PhD (in progress) (she/her)

Post-Secondary Advising Specialist and Learning Coach

Donald, BA, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him) Learning Coach

Donald, BA, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him)

Learning Coach

Jordan, B.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Jordan, B.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Lyndin, BA Hons, MA (she/her) Learning Coach

Lyndin, BA Hons, MA (she/her)

Learning Coach

Steve, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him) Learning Coach

Steve, B.Ed, M.Ed (he/him)

Learning Coach

Karlee B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Karlee  B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Melissa, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Assistive Technology Specialist and Learning Coach

Melissa, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Assistive Technology Specialist and Learning Coach

Heba, B.Sc in Eng, MGA (in progress) (she/her) Learning Coach

Heba, B.Sc in Eng, MGA (in progress) (she/her)

Learning Coach

Alex, BA, MSc (she/her) Learning Coach

Alex, BA, MSc (she/her)

Learning Coach

Diane, B.Sc, B.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Diane, B.Sc, B.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Talya, BA, MA (she/her) Learning Coach

Talya, BA, MA (she/her)

Learning Coach

Raksha, BSc, MSc (she/her) Learning Coach

Raksha, BSc, MSc (she/her)

Learning Coach

MacKenzie, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

MacKenzie, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach 

Kirsten has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Education Degree from Ambrose University. Kirsten has targeted experience supporting learners with learning disabilities and ADHD as a classroom teacher in the K-12 system. For the past couple years she has worked with post secondary learners as an academic strategist and learning coach. In her work, Kirsten guides students to develop academic and organizational skills, effective test preparation and test taking strategies. As a professional, Kirsten places a large focus on supporting learners to develop skills necessary for a variety of situations and educational contexts. She works closely with students to advocate for their learning needs and to increase their self confidence as learners. Kirsten strongly believes that anyone can learn new skills, work to overcome barriers, and enhance their academic success. Kirsten looks forward to coaching you along your own path to successful learning.

Kirsten, BA, B.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Dion completed her post-secondary studies at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Secondary Education and a Master’s degree in Educational Psychology in School Counselling. For over 15 years, Dion has worked with students from kindergarten to adulthood as a teacher and school counsellor. Dion currently works as a high school guidance counsellor and special education facilitator. She is experienced in coaching teachers on creating more inclusive classrooms, and she supports students with learning difficulties navigate the education system. Her area of professional interest is in how resilient thinking, like having a growth mindset, can lead to positive academic outcomes for students. Dion believes all students are able to learn with the right tools, resources, and work ethic. With a coaching style characterized as empathetic, encouraging and light-hearted, Dion connects with learners quickly. Many students have grown in their confidence when working with her. Dion looks forward to helping students develop their study skills, hone their time management, and ultimately work towards their goals as learners.

Dion, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Maddy has a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from the University of Alberta and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Alberta. She is currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University. Maddy has a tremendous amount of experience supporting adults with disabilities in developing their executive functioning as she worked for a Non-Profit Organization for adults with developmental and physical disabilities for 9 years. She also comes with experience working with students at the junior high and high school level as a Special Education teacher in Edmonton. Her passion for relationship building led her to pursue her Masters in counselling. Maddy has a passion for working with people and using her skills to help them achieve their goals. She understands the barriers and experiences neurodivergent learners have at the post secondary level, as she has an ADHD diagnosis herself. She is here to help students navigate through post secondary, whether it be transitions, using different dashboards, career planning, scheduling, or working on assignments

Maddy, B.Sc, B.Ed, MA (in progress) (she/her)

Learning Coach

Lauren has a Bachelor of Education Degree with a Major in Mathematics and Minor in French from the University of Alberta. She has a variety of experience teaching in the K-12 system and over the past couple years has worked to develop high school curriculum. Lauren enjoys working one on one with students and helping students reach their full potential. Lauren enjoys building relationships with her students and developing techniques to better help them understand course concepts. Lauren is passionate about removing barriers for students learning mathematics and supports learners to navigate through their university statistics courses. In addition to providing numeracy and stats support, she works with students to help them develop the organizational skills and strategies necessary to experience academic success. Lauren looks forward to helping you with your learning needs!

Lauren, B.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach and Numeracy Specialist

Emily has over ten years of experience guiding youth through the Canadian wilderness on expedition-style canoe trips while helping them navigate the challenges of adolescence and early adulthood. Emily’s experience as a canoe guide led her to discover that a canoe trip is simply a container for inner journey work that has no boundaries. In 2020, Emily founded Threshold Coaching where she works as a leadership coach to support and empower youth and adults to develop their leadership capacity and abilities. Through thought-provoking conversation, awareness building, and compelling action, Emily holds a judgement-free space for others to learn about themselves, the world, and feel empowered to find solutions to their challenges. As a result, they become more resilient and confident, leading to greater success and happiness. Emily has a diploma in Adventure Guiding, a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies & a MEd in Leadership Studies. She is also a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach.

Emily, BA, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Erin has a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Lethbridge, a Bachelor of Education Degree from the University of Calgary and a Master of Education degree from the University of Lethbridge. Throughout her career, Erin has worked with K-12 students, ensuring access to quality education by effectively meeting their diverse needs in a way that is responsive, accepting, respectful and supportive. Erin has been a K-12 teacher, Classroom Support Teacher, Administrator, On-line teacher and over the last three years has worked as a facilitator and coach with students at risk, in order to provide all students what they need. Erin strongly believes everyone can succeed and is committed to providing specific support in order to break through barriers to make learning accessible and individualized. While building relationships, Erin guides students through developing the skills and strategies necessary to achieve success in all they do! Erin is a huge advocate for all things learning and works with students to build their academic confidence and skills. Erin enjoys guiding students through a variety of online dashboards, career planning, effective test preparation and test taking strategies. She also works closely with students to provide academic support, motivation, and guidance as needed. Erin looks forward to coaching you through your educational journey.

Erin, BSc, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Milena (Me-lay-na) has a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta and a Master’s Degree in Education with a focus in leadership. Milena has over 20 years’ experience working in secondary and supporting all students; especially those facing learning and/or life challenges. She has spent the last 16 years of her career teaching in alternative educational environments, and the last 6 years as the learning coach in this setting. At the very core of her teaching and coaching, Milena believes that all students can learn and be successful. It is through organization, planning, and understanding each student’s unique learning style(s) that this can be achieved. She believes that success looks different for all students because strengths and struggles are unique for all students. Milena looks forward to working with you on your educational journey!

Milena, B.Ed, M.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Genna, BA, B.Ed (she/her) Learning Coach

Genna, BA, B.Ed (she/her)

Learning Coach

Marcus, MA (he/him) Learning Coach, Counsellor

Marcus, MA (he/him)

Learning Coach, Counsellor