Conscious Communication

Changes Everything.

Communication Coaching & Mediation

Care relationships are personal, professional, and often emotionally layered. Tended helps families and caregivers navigate the conversations that shape how those relationships begin, grow, and repair.

From early expectations to difficult conversations, we provide grounded support for the moments that matter most.

This work is offered in partnership with Nikki Schaubel, a certified coach and longtime communication partner to Tended.

Communication support is available whether or not your caregiver was placed through Tended.

When Support Can Help

For Families & Caregivers, Tended coaching helps you navigate:

  • Setting expectations before care begins

  • Preparing for a sensitive conversation

  • Navigating role changes or schedule shifts

  • Repairing communication after tension

  • Strengthening an existing caregiver relationship

Trusted Communication Support

Tended’s communication coaching and facilitated conversation sessions are offered in collaboration with Nikki Schaubel, a certified coach and organizational communication specialist with more than 25 years of experience.

Natalia has worked with Nikki personally for more than six years, including during the hiring process for her first nanny.

Sessions may be guided by Natalia, facilitated with Nikki, or scheduled directly with Nikki, depending on the support needed.

Learn more about Nikki’s work at NikkiRaye.com.

Schedule Support

Communication coaching and mediation sessions are offered virtually and priced at $250/hour.

Support can be scheduled independently of Tended placement services.