Because being seen clearly shouldn’t be rare,
and finding calm in complexity is possible.
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I’m a parent
You’re here because your child learns differently and you want to help them thrive. Whether your learner is gifted, twice-exceptional, or simply wired for deep curiosity, together we’ll uncover their learning patterns, address roadblocks, and build the skills they need to navigate school and life with joy.
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I’m a life-long learner
You’re curious, reflective, and maybe standing at a crossroads. You’re not looking for someone to fix things, you’re looking for a partner to help you see differently. Through coaching customized with human-centered design principles, we’ll work together to reconnect you with your strengths, direction, and purpose.
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I’m part of an organization
You’re leading through uncertainty, and you want your team or project to move forward with clarity, connection, and purpose. I help organizations use their thinking and time in processes that align people, mature ideas and systems and that result in feasibility, viability and sustainability. Let’s begin a conversation.
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I'm growing up an idea
You are bringing an idea to life, designing with purpose or maturing your prototype. You know the work will make a positive contribution. You or your team wish there was a clearer path and intentional and purposeful next right steps. You are passionate, are “all in” and have outcomes to achieve.
I’m Tina Van Erp, M.Ed.
creator of The River® and owner of The River Coach LLC .
Learning is the jet fuel of life.
It changes everything.
For 30 years, I’ve guided learners, parents & organizations and teams to navigate complexity with confidence.
Whether you’re seeking calm in the chaos, clarity in your next steps, or a deeper understanding of how learning flows
You’re in the right place.
and I can’t wait to meet you.
I don’t just solve problems—
I help you see differently.
Human-Centered Design Strategist | Gifted Learner Coach | Learning Specialist