Hello, I'm Elaine!

Risk happiness :) I have been traveling to France since 1978 and I moved from Los Angeles to Paris in 2013. Although I speak French fluently, there are many adjustments between being a frequent visitor and living in a country, and it helps to have another expat "translate" in ways a native could not. I offer coaching services to smooth your transition. Whether it involves practical cultural matters, or more personal emotional support, I can help you ease into your new home. I have a Masters in Spiritual Psychology and I have taught children and seniors, so I can you offer patient, calm, and flexible assistance. I am a food lover, so whether you are looking for places to find comfort foods from home, or a place to eat like a native, I can help you find what you are seeking. I also enjoy traveling, having been to 20 countries, so I can suggest places to go take a break if you need a breather as you settle into your new life.