Frequently Asked Questions
“Loyla is an amazing, wise, and gifted parenting coach and speaker.
She breaks the overwhelming job of motherhood into manageable pieces so you feel like
you can immediately take action and have success.”
How do I schedule my appointment?
Upon purchasing, you'll receive further instructions on how to book a time for your complimentary brainstorming call and coaching appointment.
Can I purchase coaching more than once?
Absolutely! If you find yourself in need of coaching more than once, simply purchase the coaching again.
How does parent coaching work?
As you share the challenges you’re facing as you parent your strong-willed kiddo, I’m asking questions that help us, together, customize strategies that fit the uniqueness of your child so you can better enjoy the motherhood journey.
Why do people use a parenting coach?
To learn practical skills
To reflect and evaluate parenting goals
To explore how to talk to kids so they listen
To discover how to listen so kids feel heard, valued, and understood
To practice exactly what resonates with a child in a way that creates good character
To get clarity on parenting skills that sustain through difficult times like divorce, death, or moving
To feel reassured that as the parent, there is an approach that is appropriate for the whole family
To develop techniques for managing strong feelings in moms and their children
To analyze core values so moms know what battles to fight and what to let go
To provide accountability so moms actually do what they have decided they think is best for their kids
What are the goals in a one-to-one session?
Tune in to the source of frustration, exhaustion, and overwhelm causing friction at home.
Tap into the root issues of communication, execution, and role reversals that challenge relationships.
Tailor a ‘Course Correction Strategy’ that is customized specifically for your family and satisfaction.
How do we meet together?
Unless otherwise noted, all sessions are virtual through FaceTime, Zoom, WhatsApp, or phone call. The calendar is available for convenient scheduling options here.
How long is a session?
One-hour sessions are recommended initially as there is much to be discussed in the beginning. However, 30-minute sessions are available if finances dictate and available here.
How often should we meet?
It’s recommended that sessions are scheduled at weekly intervals initially to assure new strategies are getting the desired outcome. Once interactions are consistently friction-free, monthly sessions are recommended to keep progress on track.
Can my spouse attend a session?
Absolutely! If a spouse is willing to explore new options and/or has questions that might help create uniformity in parenting, that’s a win we can celebrate! Please indicate another will be joining us when scheduling new sessions.
How do I pay for sessions?
For your convenience, PayPal, Zelle, and Venmo are available as a payment option and invoiced after each session, unless a package has been purchased.
Do you offer packages?
Upon request, a one-time 5-session package may be purchased. This one-time pre-paid package includes one bonus session (value $200).
What are Coach Loyla’s credentials?
Certified Professional Parenting & Life Coach through the American Association of Christian Counselors, with 10 years experience working with moms (and dads) in private practice; public speaker, parenting columnist for Montclair Local News, and Mentor Mom for MOPS International; parenting educator for international corp. Babies R’ Us for 5+ years, and a homeschool educator in NJ, NY, and CT for 18+ years. Most importantly, she is a wife and mother to four homeschooled children all now graduated (and still strong-willed!).
What is Coach Loyla’s parent coaching philosophy?
The observations that have lead to Coach Loyla’s coaching philosophy are based on over ten years of experience as a professional parenting strategist and life coach, triple certified by the American Association of Christian Counselors, as well as her personal experience and journey as a mom of four grown, home-educated children.
Coach Loyla believes no two children are alike and what works for one child may (sometimes) have devastating consequences for the next.
She explains that the most powerful tools in our parenting toolbox are authentic communication, natural consequences, and intimate connection with predictable consistency.
By coming alongside to empower moms as calm, assertive leaders, Coach Loyla believes children (especially strong-willed kiddos) will find peace and happiness as they find their needs met at home.
What is Coach Loyla’s backstory?
As a young single parent with no real strategy or role model, I was no stranger to the challenges some families face today. The journey started off on a rocky road. Broken relationships set the stage for a marriage destined for disaster and heartache. Divorced at the age of 24, with a sweet, strong-willed child to care for, single parenting and long hours of work consumed daily life. Those days were riddled with financial concerns, health issues, loneliness, and a growing sense of despair.
Those early years were the starting point on a long journey of exploration. We all start with a dream filled with excitement and wonder, but when the stress of life begins to creep into the home, we tend to react rather than respond. Excitement and hope can fade as disappointments find their way into relationships. It soon became apparent to me that others would benefit from my observation, studying, training, and passion.
After years of helping others resolve parenting challenges, and receiving encouragement from like-minded professionals, Mothers In Training, LLC became a reality in 2010. I am a wife, a mother to a couple of strong-willed sons and a daughter, a Certified Life and Parenting Coach from the American Association of Christian Counselors, a public speaker, a homeschooling mom, and teacher to home-schooled children in the tri-state area for over 19 years. It is my privilege and honor to walk side by side with parents… it’s a calling in my life. All the events of my life find their meaning and purpose in that those experiences have equipped me to help others organically and authentically.
“Thank you for sharing your ’Parenting Toolbox’ with us. Your message gave us invaluable insights as to how to be a better parent. We truly appreciate your willingness to share your time and wisdom with our group.
We were blessed to have you here.”
“Loyla, I wanted to thank you for taking the time to meet with me. Our discussion helped to open my eyes to both homeschooling and parenting...(My daughter and I) have had many chats that focused on all you shared. I am sure there will be bumps in the road, but I feel more empowered and confident to face them.
Again, thank you. It was a pleasure!”
Mothers In Training, LLC is dedicated to helping moms with strong-willed kids eliminate frustration and overwhelm in the parenting journey so they can experience more joy in motherhood.
