Meet Marlene

Life Coach for Women | Founder of Spacious Living

My Story: Navigating The Blank Canvas

When I relocated and stepped away from a long-standing career, I entered a season of deep personal transition. Suddenly, I found myself releasing long-held roles, facing hidden uncertainties, and staring at the overwhelming blank canvas of a life being reimagined.

It was through my own self-discovery process that I learned how to sit with the unknown without forcing fast answers. With the support of my own coach, I realized that a blank slate wasn't a void to fear- it was an invitation to curiously step into it and allow my authentic truth to emerge. Spacious Living was born directly out of that transformation.

My Foundation: Two Decades of Guidance

My current work is anchored in a long history of supporting people through change. For over twenty years, I served as a certified school counselor, advocate, and mentor- helping individuals and families navigate complex emotional, behavioral, and identity shifts. I’ve also walked alongside women as a birth doula and led empowerment circles.

My background gives our coaching a deeply grounded, safe container. I bring a blend of educational psychology, active listening, and intuitive guidance to help you untangle what’s holding you back.

My Hope For You

My heart is dedicated to the woman standing at her own crossroads. Whether you are navigating a career pivot, an empty nest, or simply realizing the life you built no longer fits who you are today, you don't have to navigate the fog alone.

My hope is to walk beside you as you quiet the outside noise, honor your timing, and design a next chapter that feels grounded, meaningful, and spacious.

Who Am I?

My journey has been shaped by many influences- personal, cultural, and spiritual. As the daughter of hard-working immigrant parents, I grew up navigating different worlds and perspectives. Born and raised in New Jersey- I’ve lived in New York City, England, Brazil, and Portugal, and I cherish the richness of being multilingual and multicultural.

Today, I continue to find joy in connection and growth. I speak Spanish and Portuguese. I am the proud mother of two teenagers, deeply grateful for a gorgeous marriage that continues to teach and nourish me, and a participant of a global sisterhood of women dedicated to dreaming, trusting, and living boldly.

I love traveling, hiking, yoga, reading, dancing, hammocks, gardening, beach life, and ice cream on a warm day. Most of all, I love being in community- whether with family, friends, or the beautiful ones I meet in this work.

An Invitation

If you’re ready for change, growth, or simply a gentler way of moving through life, I’d be honored to accompany you.

Spacious Living is about creating space for your truth. You don’t have to do it alone- you’ll be supported, held, and celebrated every step of the way.