Conflict isn’t the problem.
How you DO conflict - within yourself and with your partner - is the real issue.
Denise Semanchin
Relationship Coach & Intuitive Guide
A deeper, more fulfilling relationship is absolutely possible.
I believe that the quality of your relationships directly impacts your ability to THRIVE and live a FULFILLING life. I work with both couples and individuals, helping them turn their relationship pain and confusion into a source of deep and meaningful connection. Because what’s truly possible for you is that relational tension can actually lead towards more Closeness, Connection, and Intimacy.
Not only that, conflict can even lead towards more Self Compassion, Self Acceptance, and Self Love.
As your relationship coach, I care about really getting what it’s like to be you and what your deepest desires are moving forward. Holding your vision, I’ll support and lovingly challenge you to find and speak your truth and to reach for what you most desire. I’ll also help you and your partner break down any barriers or limiting beliefs that are in the way—in order for each of you to expand into the fullest expression of WHO YOU REALLY ARE and who you are meant to be TOGETHER.
A bit more about me…
If someone would’ve told me 15 years ago that one day I’d not only be a Relationship Coach, but I’d also be teaching high-schoolers how to have more empowered relationships I probably would’ve choked on my coffee. Back then, I was in the throes of a 2+ year bout of postpartum depression and the only way I knew how to keep my head above water was to live in a fairly constant state of irritation and resentment. Blaming my husband was definitely easier than dealing with the pain and loneliness I was experiencing. There were days when I didn't think we'd make it -- or even if I'd make it.
And yet, here I am. After some pretty intense personal growth and some serious looking in the mirror and dealing with my shit (er my-self), today I live within a pretty rockin’ marriage. Yes, I still fall down at times--my life is real, and really can get messy! But the huge difference now is I don’t stay in the messy never-ending dance of blame and resentment. Now, I know how to repair and listen, while staying true to myself and moving back into a real and loving connection with integrity.
What else?
I’ve been married for 17 years and I’m a mama to 2 teenagers. My son thinks I’m a little woo-woo and my daughter recently told me my dancing looks like “hippie twerking” - they’re not wrong.
My roots are in the field of environmental education and I live in the Driftless region of Wisconsin.
I love to explore sound and overtones, build ginormous paper maché puppets, and I’m learning to knit real-deal-adult-sized sweaters(!)
Oh, and I have a secret goal of becoming a self-taught throat singer — of which I currently only practice while alone in the car.
Denise, I am trying to put into words how I receive your coaching. From this side, I perceive a woman who is touching in with herself at each step, as well as honoring. I feel your presence both with us and yourself, and it has me really trusting your words and intention. I have a vision of you and your inner guide walking together whenever you speak.
-Amy Baker
