Hi! I'm Crystal Wagner.
I had developed a great relationship with my daughters over our 17 years of homeschooling, but I learned the hard way that as our children mature and become more independent, we need to learn new ways of listening and supporting them. I tried to help too much. I found myself overstepping, and my relationship with my daughters suffered.
As I practiced the skills I learned in my coaching training, I began to notice a shift in our relationship. When I asked open-ended questions (and not leading ones!), my daughters came to me for help thinking through situations. When I pointed out what I noticed instead of giving them advice, they were more open to considering other options.
The way you listen really does change everything. When I shifted my perspective from needing to solve a problem or ensure they accomplished their tasks to asking “How can I support you right now?” I created the opportunity to partner with my daughters.
They are more open to hearing my thoughts and perspectives. They are excited to tell me their successes and are not afraid to bring their challenges to me. They know that I am here to support them and respect how much they want me involved (or not).
You, too, can create a supportive atmosphere by learning to listen in a new way. My mission is to help moms learn and practice the principles that made a huge difference in our lives so they can protect and strengthen the relationships they’ve worked so hard to build.
My mission is to help moms of teenagers protect and strengthen their relationships as their children step into independence.
Fun Facts About Me
- I love to read and learn! (Learner, Input, and Intellection are three of my top CliftonStrengths. Responsibility and Disciple round out my top five 😉📚)
- We have a sweet, lovable Goldendoodle named Clifford. 🐶
- I now have almost normal depth perception after several years of vision therapy to correct strabismus (my brain does not always use both eyes together). 👓
- I am a late-diagnosed (at 47) autistic and ADHDer (or AuDHDer for short). 🧠
- I'm an introvert and HSP (highly sensitive person). 🫣
- I'm an Enneagram 9. 9️⃣
- I love public speaking (and always have)! 🎤
- I love traveling with my family, camping in our travel trailer, and spending time outdoors. 🏕️
- I have visited 48 states plus two countries (Canada and Australia). 🌎
- I have lived in three states and seven cities. 🗺️
The way you listen changes everything!
Why Work With Me?
As a parent-teen relationship coach, I help moms of teenagers protect and strengthen the relationships they’ve worked so hard to build. I create a calm, reflective space where you can slow down, take a deep breath, and discover new ways of listening that open the door for deeper connection with your children.
When we work together, you can expect:
- A safe, judgment-free space to share your struggles, hopes, and dreams for your family
- Coaching that helps you crystallize jumbled thoughts into clarity and confidence
- Hands-on tools like LEGO® Serious Play® materials and methodology that make learning memorable and give you a fresh perspective
- A gentle but honest process that uncovers the real issues beneath the surface
- Simple, practical next steps you can use right away to nurture trust and closeness at home
You don’t need another parenting formula. You need a space where you can pause, listen differently, and rediscover how to connect with your children as they mature. Together, we’ll build the confidence, peace, and faith you need to walk this season with hope.
Professional Qualifications
Partnering with people in the process of change is a sacred stewardship. Thus, my ongoing education and preparation will never be done. Here’s a condensed list of qualifications as of today. But rest assured, the learning never ends.
- Postgraduate Certificate in Coaching and Mentoring, Oxford Brookes (expected award date December 2025)
- Certified Facilitator of the LEGO® Serious Play® Method (2025)
- President, ICF Arkansas-Oklahoma chapter (2025-2026)
- ACC, Associate Certified Coach, International Coaching Federation (2024)
- CPLC, Certified Professional Life and Leadership Coach, Professional Christian Coaching Institute (2024)
- Strengths Champion Certified Coach®, Brent O'Bannon Strength Champion Solutions (2023)
- President-Elect, ICF Arkansas-Oklahoma chapter (2023-2024)
- Certified Professional Coach, Life Breakthrough Coaching & Academy (2021)
- Speaker since 2013
- Entrepreneur since 2012
- Home educator 2009-2026
- Certified Public Accountant (inactive)
- MAcc, Master of Accountancy, University of Missouri-Columbia (2000)
Official Bio
Crystal Wagner is a parent-teen relationship coach who helps moms of teenagers protect and strengthen the relationships they’ve worked so hard to build. After 17 years of homeschooling her daughters, Crystal discovered firsthand that old ways of connecting don’t always work as children become independent. Her own journey of overprotecting, overstepping, and then learning new listening skills gives her both the empathy and the credibility to walk alongside other moms in this season.
Known for her calm presence and ability to “crystallize” jumbled thoughts into clear insights, Crystal creates a safe space where moms can slow down, breathe, and discover new ways of listening that keep the door to relationship open. She combines her personal story with training in coaching, education, neurodiversity, and embodied learning, using hands-on methods like LEGO® Serious Play® materials and methodology to make growth practical and actionable.
You can connect with Crystal at https://crystalwagner.net/.