I’m Debra Manetta, a certified life coach and longtime communications professional at an inner-city New York College. My work—both at the College and in coaching—is rooted in deep listening, clarity, and helping people make sense of their stories. 

Coaching grew out of my own experiences navigating grief, trauma, and the complexities of having neurodivergence and mental illness in my family. It’s the work I felt quietly called to: supporting people who carry a lot emotionally and rarely have space for themselves. 

I coach individuals and groups who:
● Care for Neurodivergent Children 
● Have a Loved One with Mental Illness 
● Are the “responsible one” or “strong one”
● Want to move from coping to thriving 
● Are reconnecting with their inner voice
● Work in special education and aim to optimize the student-family partnership