- mari@mariposahealingpath.com
- Mon - Fri: 9:00 - 6:00
I’m Mari Pena, a toxic relationship coach at Mariposa Healing Path, and I’m dedicated to helping you break free from unhealthy relationship patterns and build a life with more genuine connection and respect. I offer compassionate one-on-one recovery and life coaching that looks at the emotional roots of toxic dynamics while guiding you toward steady, sustainable empowerment. Every step of my process is intentional, so you feel heard, supported, and encouraged as you create the real, lasting changes you deserve in your relationships and in your own life.
Our coaching work together begins with an in-depth look at your personal history and the dynamics that have contributed to toxic relationships. In a secure, nurturing space, I invite you to reflect on past experiences, identify emotional triggers, and notice the behaviors and beliefs that have kept you stuck. I blend insight from relationship trauma work with practical, actionable strategies so the changes you make are grounded in real life, helping you move toward more clarity, resilience, and self-compassion.
Initiating change starts with recognizing that every small, mindful step contributes to a larger transformation. In my coaching at Mariposa Healing Path, I use reflective exercises and tailored guidance to help you strengthen your emotional foundation and rebuild confidence. As you move through our sessions, you begin to dismantle patterns of toxicity, making room for renewed self-respect and healthier relationships. This journey is about reclaiming your personal power and choosing a future that feels more authentic, steady, and hopeful.
Mari Peña
My structured coaching model at Mariposa Healing Path is built on a clear three-step framework that reinforces your empowerment at every stage. We begin by creating space for honest, judgment-free conversation, then move into a deeper examination of your personal patterns, and finally focus on rebuilding relationships that feel more respectful and mutually supportive. Each step is designed to be progressive and grounded in real change, so your shift toward healthier relationship dynamics feels intentional and encouraging. Through this process, you gain the clarity and tools you need to navigate emotional challenges with more confidence and self-trust.
STEP 1
In this first step, I focus on creating a space where you feel safe enough to be completely honest. You’re invited to share your experiences and emotions at your own pace, knowing that everything you bring is met with empathy and respect. As we talk, we begin to gently soften the defenses that formed around past hurts, so you can start to face your vulnerabilities without feeling alone or judged. Building this kind of trust is the foundation for all the work that follows and is the first real step toward lasting change and genuine self-empowerment.
STEP 2
In this second phase, we take a closer look at where your patterns come from and how they’ve been playing out in your relationships. Together, we notice the recurring dynamics and connect them to the emotional wounds and experiences that shaped them. I’ll guide you through reflective questions and simple, personalized exercises so you can start to clearly see which habits are harming you and what healthier options might look like instead. This step builds real self-awareness and helps you make intentional choices that interrupt old cycles and support the kind of relationships you actually want.
STEP 3
In this final stage of our work together, I focus on helping you rebuild relationships by setting healthy boundaries and nurturing mutual respect. This step is about more than just resolving conflicts; it is about creating an environment where positive interactions can grow. By celebrating each small victory and reinforcing new, healthier behaviors, you gradually build a more resilient foundation for your relationships. With ongoing support through coaching, you strengthen these changes over time and move toward a life that feels more balanced, grounded, and fulfilling.
Clients choose to work with me because I combine focused, personalized care with a deep understanding of how toxic and traumatic relationship patterns develop over time. At Mariposa Healing Path, I don’t use a one-size-fits-all method—each session is tailored to your specific history, needs, and goals so you can move at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. My role is to walk alongside you, offering clear guidance, grounded tools, and steady support so you feel encouraged, not judged, as you redefine what healthy relationships look like for you.
My toxic relationship coaching offers benefits that go beyond traditional relationship counseling. In our work together, you gain practical tools for improving communication, strategies for navigating conflict more effectively, and techniques to strengthen your emotional resilience. Each session is designed to give you clear, actionable insights that support both your personal growth and the way you show up in your relationships. Over time, you’ll build deeper self-awareness and a renewed ability to create and sustain healthier, more fulfilling connections.
In our work together, I’ll help you build more articulate and empathetic communication. You’ll learn how to clearly express your emotions, listen more actively, and engage in conversations that invite real understanding instead of defensiveness. As your communication improves, you’ll find it easier to work through conflict and you’ll start to see stronger, deeper connections in every area of your life. By refining these skills, you begin to transform the way you relate to others both personally and professionally.
Learning to manage conflict with more calm and fairness is a core part of my coaching work. I’ll share strategies you can use to handle disagreements in a more grounded, constructive way. As you practice approaching challenges with a steadier mindset, you’ll be better able to defuse tension and create an atmosphere of mutual respect. These practical techniques help you move through conflict without escalating negativity, making space for more harmonious and respectful relationships.
Beyond strengthening your communication and conflict skills, my coaching also supports you in building deeper emotional connections. As you get clearer on your own needs and practice more empathy for others, your relationships can become both more nurturing and more resilient. In our sessions, we’ll focus on emotional intimacy—things like openness, healthy vulnerability, and mutual support—so you have a safer, more solid foundation with the people who matter to you. This kind of inner work doesn’t just change your relationship patterns; it also enriches your overall quality of life.
At the heart of my coaching is a commitment to your personal discovery and growth. I’ll guide you through a process of honest introspection so you can see your behavioral patterns and emotional triggers more clearly. This growing self-awareness makes it easier to make deliberate, informed choices that lead to real, lasting change. As you lean into your own growth, you open the door to a more confident, purposeful, and fulfilling life—both in your relationships and in every other area that matters to you.
If you’re considering working with me, it’s natural to have questions about how my coaching process works. In this section, I answer common questions about session structure, goals, timing, and what you can expect along the way. My aim is to give you clear, straightforward information so you feel informed, at ease, and empowered as you take your first steps toward healthier relationship patterns.
Your first session is a gentle introduction to how I work and what you need most right now. I’ll invite you to share as much of your personal history and current challenges as you feel comfortable with, and we’ll talk about what you’d like to change or heal in your relationships. This conversation happens in a supportive, non-judgmental space where building trust is the priority. By the end of the session, I’ll have a clearer sense of your unique situation, and together we’ll outline a direction for our work so that every step that follows is tailored to your needs and goals.
If you notice that you keep ending up in unhealthy relationship patterns, often feel unvalued, or feel drained and overwhelmed by ongoing conflict, it may be a sign that coaching could help. My work is especially supportive for people who are ready to question long-standing patterns and begin relating to themselves in a more compassionate, self-respecting way. As you reflect on how you feel in your relationships and in your day-to-day life, you’ll get a sense of whether having a dedicated space—with structured support and guidance—feels like the right next step toward more balance, clarity, and self-respect.
My coaching sessions are typically 60 minutes long. This gives us enough time to explore your experiences, emotions, and challenges in depth, without feeling rushed. In that hour, we can talk through what’s coming up for you and, when it’s helpful, weave in practical tools or exercises so each session feels focused, meaningful, and genuinely supportive of your healing.
I tailor the frequency of sessions to your needs and what you’re working through. Many clients start with weekly appointments to build momentum and get support with the most pressing issues. As you begin to see shifts and feel more grounded, we can move to bi-weekly or even monthly sessions. This flexible approach allows the pace of our work to match your growth, so you get steady support without feeling overwhelmed.
I’m grateful to share the experiences of clients who have worked with me at Mariposa Healing Path; their stories reflect just how powerful this coaching process can be. Many describe meaningful shifts in self-awareness, communication, and emotional resilience. With focused, personalized guidance and steady support, they’ve begun to step out of toxic patterns and build relationships rooted in trust and mutual respect. Each testimonial is a reminder of what’s possible and reflects my commitment to helping you create real, lasting change and a stronger sense of personal empowerment.
Before I started this coaching, I honestly thought I was just “bad at relationships.” I kept ending up in the same kind of painful dynamics and didn’t understand why. Through our sessions, I’ve been able to see where those patterns came from, set real boundaries for the first time, and actually say what I need without feeling guilty. The changes haven’t been overnight, but I feel more grounded, more confident, and I’m finally choosing relationships that feel healthy instead of familiar.
Maya R.
Working through this coaching has been incredibly empowering. In our sessions, which always felt honest and compassionate, I started to see my own strength and understand the toxic patterns I’d been repeating for years. Little by little, I learned how to communicate more clearly, stand up for myself, and rebuild trust in my relationships. I feel much more prepared to handle conflict now, and I’m learning to be emotionally honest instead of shutting down. For the first time in a long time, it feels like I’m actually moving toward a healthier, more balanced future.
Daniel K.
I wasn’t sure what to expect at first, but this coaching ended up helping me more than I imagined. Session by session, I started to see how old experiences were shaping the way I showed up in my relationships now. The support felt both practical and really compassionate, and I left with clear strategies I could actually use to step out of the same old cycles. I can feel the shift in how I think, respond, and choose the people I let close to me. The changes in my day-to-day interactions have been huge, and it honestly feels like my life is moving in a much healthier direction.
Elena
