Welcome to Layer by Layer!
Digging into the layers we are given, construct, wear, and shed
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About Me
I’m Nicole Lenzen, a coach, consultant, facilitator, and mother.
I support clients expand into truer versions of themselves to confidently navigate parental leave, working parenthood, leadership, entrepreneurship, and mid-career transitions.
After a decade-and-a-half of chronic stress from trying to fit my square peg into the round hole of society, my body broke down, and I got Type 1 Diabetes (a forever auto-immune disease) as an adult. The diagnosis thrust me into a deep depression and identity crisis.
But getting this disease also sparked a crucial transformation.
Today, I’m a single mom by design, raising a curious young adventurer who is the love of my life. My sense of self has expanded far beyond societal limitations. My constant seeking has been replaced by embracing parenthood and career as I define and live them.
I help my clients confidently navigate their own paths. Together we discover deep self-trust, we write our own rules, we attune to our hearts and bodies, and we thrive in living our values.
In doing this work together, I hope to break damaging cycles so future generations can safely show up as their authentic selves, creating fresh patterns of honesty, connection, and courage.
I’m thrilled for you to join the collective journey, and I look forward to learning from you ❤️.
What to expect from Layer by Layer
Digging into the layers we are given, construct, wear, and shed
You can expect to receive Layer by Layer in your inbox a few times a month, with anecdotes, insights, and resources to support you, wherever you are! My intent is to share valuable stories and tidbits that get you to pause, reflect, think or act differently, and look after yourself.
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