Life Coaching from Lived Experience

You Deserve to Feel Safe, Strong, and Whole Again

Life coaching from someone who truly understands. I have been where you are — and I can help you move forward.

20+ years of experience · Certified life coach · Available virtually worldwide

Meet Dawnmarie

I Will Walk Beside You, Not in Front of You

I am Dawnmarie McEvoy — a certified life coach, a survivor, and a single mother of three. My own journey through crisis taught me that no one should have to rebuild alone.

With over 20 years of coaching experience and 40+ years in accounting, I bring both emotional support and practical expertise to help you move forward — whether you are recovering from abuse, grief, financial hardship, or simply feeling lost.

I never go backward. We always focus forward.

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You are not alone in This Journey

Whatever you are going through, I have helped people just like you find their way forward.

You survived abuse and are ready to rebuild

Trauma & Domestic Violence Recovery

Rebuilding safety, self-worth, and independence after abuse. Guided by someone who has walked this path.

You are drowning in financial uncertainty

Financial Recovery & Budget Coaching

Practical financial empowerment to rebuild stability. 40+ years of accounting expertise applied to real life.

You are carrying grief that feels unbearable

Grief & Bereavement

Compassionate support through loss — including pet loss. There is no timeline for grief.

Anxiety and burnout are stealing your joy

Anxiety & Burnout

Practical strategies for overwhelm, anxiety, and the exhaustion that comes from carrying too much.

Family conflict is tearing you apart

Family & Parenting

Navigate parenting challenges, family planning, family dynamics, and the courage to help young adults launch into independence.

You are facing a life transition and feel lost

Life Transitions

Divorce, career change, relocation, or starting over. Major life shifts need a steady guide beside you.

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What Makes This Different

Lived Experience

I am not just trained in trauma recovery. I have lived it. My coaching comes from a place of genuine understanding, not textbook knowledge alone.

Personal Availability

Text me anytime. I am here between sessions, not just during them. You will never feel alone in this process.

Most coaches are only available during scheduled sessions. I give you my personal number. When you are in crisis at 2 AM or need encouragement before a difficult conversation, I am just a text away. This is not a business transaction — this is a relationship.

Forward-Focused

We honor where you have been, but we build where you are going. No dwelling on the past — always moving forward together.

Client Stories

Words That Inspire Me Every Day

“So happy to have been able to connect with Dawnmarie. I was worried I wouldn't like being virtual; however, after you see how engaging and comfortable the setting is you really don't notice. Dawnmarie has really helped by making our time feel safe and personal. Happy with my decision to pick her as my coach.”
ChristineCoaching Client

“Dawnmarie's ability to really listen with her full attention, care and compassion gives me a needed sense of feeling seen, heard and respected in the deepest most supportive way. Thank you Dawnmarie.”
DavidCoaching Client

“My finances were a mess and I was overwhelmed to say the least! Dawnmarie made it less stressful to organize myself and begin a budget which put me back on track where I needed to be.”
CarmenFinancial Coaching Client

“I went through a horrible breakup and was really having a hard time focusing and honestly getting out of bed. I reached out to Dawnmarie and oddly on the first call I felt a lot better. She was kind, validating and I felt like things could get better. They have!”
RichardCoaching Client

“So happy to have been able to connect with Dawnmarie. I was worried I wouldn't like being virtual; however, after you see how engaging and comfortable the setting is you really don't notice. Dawnmarie has really helped by making our time feel safe and personal. Happy with my decision to pick her as my coach.”
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ChristineCoaching Client

“Dawnmarie's ability to really listen with her full attention, care and compassion gives me a needed sense of feeling seen, heard and respected in the deepest most supportive way. Thank you Dawnmarie.”
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DavidCoaching Client

“My finances were a mess and I was overwhelmed to say the least! Dawnmarie made it less stressful to organize myself and begin a budget which put me back on track where I needed to be.”
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CarmenFinancial Coaching Client

“I went through a horrible breakup and was really having a hard time focusing and honestly getting out of bed. I reached out to Dawnmarie and oddly on the first call I felt a lot better. She was kind, validating and I felt like things could get better. They have!”
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RichardCoaching Client

Taking the first step is the hardest part.

I am here when you are ready. Whether you want to call, text, or fill out a form — there is no wrong way to reach out.

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