Synergistic Stepparenting
Co-Parenting Coach
Maria Natapov
Website: SynergisticStepparenting.com
๐Massachusetts
Able to work with clients in all 50 states and Internationally
A little about Maria
Maria Natapov is a Co-Parenting and Stepparenting Expert, Vice Chair of The Sparrow Collective, and trusted advisor to divorce professionals, financial advisors, and parenting coaches.
A child of divorce, a domestic abuse survivor, and now a stepparent turned adoptive mom, Maria knows firsthand the pain of family conflict - and the power of building family with intention, clarity, and love.
Through her BeH2Oยฎ methodology, 4-step energy-focused process, Rapid Resolution Sessions, and diverse toolbox of mindset, communication, and conflict-resolution strategies, Maria helps parents and stepparents move from chaos to harmony. Her caring yet practical approach blends deep empathy with actionable systems, so parents can self-regulate, align with their values, and create stability their children can thrive in.
โจ Maria loves supporting caregivers in identifying their next best steps and connecting them with powerful resourcesโwherever they are on their journey. Learn more and connect at www.SynergisticStepparenting.com.
Certifications
BeH2O Certified Co-Parenting Coach, The Layne Project
Trauma Informed Certified Parent Coach, Anu Family Services
Core Coaching Certification, Coach Training Alliance (ICF accredited program)
Rapid Resolution Facilitator, Institute of Rapid Resolution Therapy
*not a clinician*
Testimonials
Before working with Maria we were feeling discouraged and hopeless when it came to dealing with our son's behavior. We were embarrassed about how he acted out at school and in public places, and frustrated by ongoing conflict over simple everyday tasks at home.
Maria provided us with actionable steps we could easily work into our daily routine to improve our son's behavior and also change our response to the unwanted behaviors. Sometimes it was as simple as a language shift and other times it was a change in schedule or routine to help get a different result.
Probably the biggest shift for us was realizing that he is his own person and we can't control everything he does. What we can do is guide him to make the best decisions he can, and control our own reactions so that he has the support he needs. We've also been able to allow friends and family to help with him in certain situations so that we can take good care of our own needs.