DFN Connected Growth Coaching – Coaching for parents of children with unique needs—guided by lived experience, empathy, and practical tools for connection, calm, and growth.

Hi, I’m Deena.

Feeling overwhelmed and need support?
I’m here for you.

As a Certified Life Coach and founder of DFN Connected Growth Coaching, I specialize in helping parents of children with autism, ADHD and other unique needs see things clearly, create realistic goals, and build confidence in their choices.

My Approach

Parenting a child with unique and special needs can feel like landing somewhere you didn’t plan to go. My life coaching practice honors that shift – helping you navigate this new landscape with grace, patience, and perspective. Through compassionate coaching and practical strategies, I help parents in the north shore and across the country embrace what’s different, discover what’s beautiful, and grow through the challenges.

If you spend your life mourning the fact that you didn't get to Italy, you may never be free to enjoy the very special, the very lovely things ... about Holland.

— “Welcome To Holland”, Emily Perl Kingsley

Many parents expect a familiar path, until life takes them somewhere entirely new. The poem “Welcome to Holland” captures that journey perfectly. It’s not where you planned to go, but it can still be beautiful. As both a coach and a mom to a child with unique needs, I bring empathy, understanding, and actionable tools to our work.

Together, we’ll find calm amid change, foster connection in daily life, and see the beauty that exists right where you are.

"For the first time in years, I feel organized and calm."

Working with Deena has been truly life changing for me and my family. Before our sessions, I felt like I was constantly behind with juggling therapy appointments, school activities, and working in personal time with no real sense of balance. Deena helped me see where I could make realistic changes, prioritize what really matters, and build a schedule that actually works for our family. Her approach is compassionate, practical, and completely judgment free.

— Neena, Mom of two

"She's been nothing short of amazing and helps me ground my life."

Deena has helped me navigate all of the therapies, needs and relationship with my son as he walks through this path. She's been nothing short of amazing and helps me ground my life.

— Bradley, dad of a neurodivergent child

"Deena truly understands the chaos of parenting."

She helped me create structure without the stress. I finally feel like I can breathe again.

— anonymous, mom of two

"For the first time, I feel like I’m doing what’s best for my child and myself."

Before working with Deena, I felt lost and overwhelmed by all the therapy decisions for my child. She helped me find clarity, confidence, and a sense of calm.

— Drew, mom of one

Not sure if coaching is right for you?

Book a free consultation.

Initial Consultation

FREE | 20 MINUTES

Reaching out for support takes courage, and I want to make that first step as easy as possible. This free consultation is simply a chance for us to connect.

Share what’s been weighing on you, learn more about how coaching can help, and get a feel for whether this feels like the right fit.

No sales pitch, no judgment—just two parents talking about what’s real and what’s possible. By the end of our conversation, you’ll have a clearer sense of your path forward and the support available to you.