KELLY TISDEL, CLC
Mentor, Educator, Coach
Transformational Mentoring
and Inquiry-based Coaching
for Teens, Parents, and Families
Including the use of art, writing, and ritual
to navigate life's threshold moments
Online Parenting Course
Starting Again on the Equinox!
Parenting From the Pulse
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Who I Am
Devoted Mentor, Teacher, Coach
~ Based in Ashland, Oregon
Serving families around the world ~
With over 20 years of experience working with teenagers
in one-on-one mentoring and counseling sessions, in circles and backpacking trips, and in the Waldorf classroom as a class teacher, I’ve shown up to be with youth in a diversity of ways and settings. The secret ingredients that I’ve found throughout? Rapport, authenticity, intuition, and presence.
With every client, I bring my full attention and care to create a space of warmth, trust, and acceptance. In that space, parents and teens feel seen for who they truly are, without judgment. From this foundation, reflection and healing can unfold naturally—without pressure or prying—making it possible to move through challenges that might otherwise feel overwhelming
to face alone.
As parents grow in their own awareness and skills, the potential for harmony at home expands. This shift doesn’t just ease conflict—it strengthens connection, resilience, and the well-being of the whole family. And when families thrive, our youth and communities thrive, too.
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~ SoulFire ~
For anyone, yet especially for our youth, it is easy to get lost in the pressures of our schedules, world news, climate scenarios, technology, the monotony of school, standards that aren’t of our own making.
How does one keep connected to their SoulFire?
What even is that?
SoulFire – The place of our Essential-Self that calls us with passion into our life;
Our unique authentic nature; Our effortless gift to the world.
By slowing down, we begin to find our anchor within. It only takes a moment.
For youth, when they know how to find this ground, no matter what else is happening around them,
they will have their compass in the storm.
I help them realize they are equipped for this life.
Just one most obvious step and then the next.
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We are made for these times.
Client Testimonials
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There are few people who have had such a positive influence on kids that as soon as you meet a teen in town you can sense whether or not they have experienced the magic of the person. Kelly Tisdel is one such person. In the town of Ashland, if I meet a teen who is: calm, confident, comfortable in their skin, compassionate, patient, present, and able to engage in sincere and thoughtful conversation, I assume they have worked with Kelly Tisdel. All three of my children (now high school through college) have enjoyed a vast array of experiences with her, and they will each say the same thing, that they hope their relationship with Kelly lasts a lifetime and that she had a tremendous positive impact on shaping their perspectives. One would be challenged to find someone who has her unique expertise in: problem solving, teaching, compassionate listening, team building, wilderness survival, storytelling, open hearted communication, nonjudgement, sense of humor, and sense of adventure. She is one of the absolute gems found in Ashland, Oregon that makes the town so unique and special. And now that she's also working remote, so many more will benefit. Any youth who gets to experience the magic of Kelly Tisdel will recognize how lucky they are; she is a parent's dream come true!
Jen Gibbs, Parent
During my adolescence, having the privilege to work with Kelly was one of the most beneficial and transformative experiences I've had. She held my hand through some very emotionally challenging points and created an environment that was open, accepting, relaxed, and intimate. Whether we took a walk with her dogs, sipped tea somewhere, or just enjoyed each other’s company in the comfort of her home, Kelly knew how to hold the space in a way where I felt completely validated and held. Everything about our time together felt so natural, which contributed to the empathetic and nurturing space. Kelly undoubtedly became one of the closest people to me in my life.
Bianca, 24 years old, Preschool Teacher
I began working with Kelly when I was a sophomore in high school. She created a space in our weekly circles that made me feel comfortable and safe. When I first entered the space that Kelly created for me and my peers, I felt lost and unable to process my emotions in a healthy manner. Kelly personally helped me overcome my fear of vulnerability and facilitated the difficult process as I grew into my own unique person. She helped guide me into who I am today. When I feel overwhelmed with life, I remember what she taught me and am able to come back to a grounded and conscious state. I will be forever grateful for her and the friendship we cultivated. Kelly was the greatest mentor I had during my high school years, and she is someone I will always look up to for the years to come.
Isabelle, 21 years old, College Student
Kelly has helped me so much as I navigate the ups and downs of adolescence. She is very understanding, and I know that she is always there for me. She has taught me to take life one step at a time and how to ground myself during hard and stressful moments. She is the most kind and understanding person I know. I can always go to her for advice and can tell her anything in the safe, and non-judgemental space she provides. I always feel better after talking to her and am forever grateful to know her.
Ella, 17 years old
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