About | Illuminated Family

Safiya Coles is a Certified Master Parent Coach and a passionate advocate for families with diverse needs. As a mother to two neurodivergent children—and a foster, adoptive, IVF, step, and multiples mom—Safiya brings deep personal experience to her work. She understands firsthand the emotional complexity and day-to-day realities of parenting in a way that goes beyond theory.

With a compassionate and inclusive approach, Safiya supports families in cutting through the noise of mainstream parenting advice to find what truly works for them. She takes time to understand each family's unique story, helping them build strategies rooted in connection, clarity, and confidence, with a healthy dose of humor and light-heartedness!

At Illuminated Family, we believe there's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to parenting. If you're ready to find your path—based on your values, your child’s needs, and your lived experience—Reach out today to schedule a consultation. Let’s begin your journey toward a more peaceful, empowered family life.

Let’s Talk

Free 15-Minute Discovery Call

In just 15 minutes, you’ll:

Share what’s going on
Get a clearer sense of what’s driving the challenges
Leave with at least one actionable next step

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About Safiya

At Illuminated Family, we believe that a healthy family is a happy one. Founded by Safiya Coles—a Certified Parent Coach and Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience supporting families and children—our mission is to guide parents through the challenges of raising emotionally healthy, connected, and resilient children. Safiya brings a specialized focus on trauma, attachment, and neurodiversity, offering both deep expertise and heartfelt understanding.

Our approach blends the latest research in child development, neuroscience, and family systems with empathy, compassion, and practical support. We create a safe, nonjudgmental space where parents can explore their concerns, gain insight, and uncover strategies that truly work for their unique family dynamic.

At Illuminated Family, we recognize that no two families are the same. That’s why we tailor every coaching experience to reflect each family's values, lifestyle, and goals—partnering with parents to create sustainable, meaningful change that honors who they are and how they want to raise their children.

What We Offer

1:1 Parent Coaching and Small Group Sessions

Personalized support to help you understand your child, build an emotional connection, and create workable routines and boundaries.

Conscious Parenting Tools

Evidence-based, empathetic strategies for communication, discipline, and co-regulation—without yelling, shaming, or burnout.

Trauma-Informed Guidance

Support that honors your family’s lived experiences, attachment needs, and nervous system responses.

Why Choose Illuminated Family?

20+ years of clinical and coaching experience
Specializing in blended families, Foster and Adoption.
A coach who gets it—both personally and professionally
A nonjudgmental space where your values and voice matter

Illuminated Family

Mindful Parenting For A Happier Home