ABOUT

Dr. Richelle Whittaker

As CEO of Next Steps Coaching & Consulting, I am paving the way for all parents to unapologetically live their lives as they see fit. I am passionate about building healthy families —which are the cornerstone of society — which prompted me to start Next Steps Coaching & Consulting. I lead the charge in providing unrelenting support to parents and shedding light on tough topics that many often feel ashamed to discuss.

The company is comprised of two divisions to empower parents in all aspects of their lives: Next Steps @ Work, which partners with corporations to build supportive workplace cultures for working parents, and Next Steps @ Home to provide one-on-one support to parents to help them cope with unplanned challenges..

I bring more than 20 years of experience as an educational psychologist, maternal mental health expert, certified perinatal therapist, parenting advisor — and mom. I have developed innovative parent programs that are a blend of science and experience to ensure that parents get the resources, support, and care they need to succeed at home, at work, and in their communities.

I am a speaker, author, and podcast host who empowers and supports parents and caregivers so they can live life fearlessly.