At Radiance Life Coaching, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities by helping them strengthen their life skills, social skills, and adulting skills.
Our Services
We take a person-centered approach to selecting and designing curriculum tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Teaching essential daily living skills such as time management, budgeting, meal planning, and self-care.
We utilize Michelle Garcia Winner’s curriculum & methodology called Social Thinking®. Social Thinking is a term coined by Michelle Garcia Winner, CCC-SLP and represents a coordinated teaching framework of curriculum, vocabulary, tools & strategies for individuals in pre-school through adult. Learn more by visiting Social Thinking’s website.
Youth (7 - 11 years old)
Social skills:
Listening and connecting with others
Flexible thinking
Understanding the hidden rules in different situations
Reading social cues and others plans
Making and keeping friends
Language skills:
Asking and answering questions
Staying on topic
Switching topics
Processing of information
Formulation and sequencing thoughts in conversation
Small talk and conversation
Cooperating with peers:
Following rules and plan of the group
Joining in play
Taking turns
Good sportsmanship
Negotiating with peers
Problem Solving
Tweens and Teens
Social cognitive skills:
Increasing self-awareness
Identifying expected social behaviors
Understanding the effect of one’s behavior on others
Thinking flexibly
Perspective taking
Understanding hidden social rules
Reading social cues
Listening attentively
How to develop friendships
Communication:
Asking and answering questions
Staying on topic
Switching topics
Processing of information
Reasoning and problem solving
Understanding body language
Holding thoughts and not interrupting others
Reading between the lines of what people say
Cooperating with peers:
Compromising with peers
Being a good leader & participant
Taking turns
Teens & Adults
Understanding classroom / workplace expectations
Developing conversational skills
Working in groups effectively
Increasing self-advocacy skills
Increasing flexibility and problem solving
Cultivating friendships
Planning social outings
Organization and time management in classes & at work
Understanding college level support services and the transition to college
Developing job readiness social skills
Developing social confidence
Developing emotional regulation
Transferring skills into the community
Decoding the social demands of the workplace
Effectively managing the transition to adulthood
Developing job interview skills
..and more!
Christine has attend two international Social Thinking Conferences, participated in four webinars, heard Michelle speak at the Courage to Risk Conference, and successfully completed a course through Colorado Mesa University, which utilized Michelle's Social Thinking Curriculum and Thinking About You, Thinking About Me methodology framework.
That being said, it is important to note that, this program, including its teacher or leader, is not affiliated with, nor has it been reviewed, approved, or endorsed by Michelle Garcia Winner and Think Social Publishing, Inc.
Supporting independent living by teaching job readiness, organization, decision-making, self-advocacy, problem-solving skills, and personal growth to help individuals reach their full potential.
Guiding individuals through job applications, interviews, workplace etiquette, and professional communication.
Assisting with accessing resources, using public transportation, and advocating for personal needs.
Helping parents navigate the school system and adult world while supporting their children with disabilities. We provide guidance on IEPs, 504 plans, transition planning, and accessing essential services to ensure their child’s success.
For all services outside of the Grand Valley (Palisade, Grand Junction, and Fruita), time traveling to and from each session will be billed at $30 / hour.
Payment is expected at the time of service. We accept:
Cash
Venmo (Christine Noe)
CashApp ($Christine81521)
ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS with the "tap feature"
Mission Statement
At Radiance Life Coaching, our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities by helping them strengthen their life skills, social skills, and adulting skills. Through personalized mentoring and support, we equip our clients with the confidence, independence, and practical abilities needed to navigate daily life, build meaningful relationships, and achieve their personal and professional goals. We believe that everyone has the ability to shine, and we are dedicated to guiding each individual toward a brighter, more radiant future.
About Us
Christine Noe
Christine holds both a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in Education, along with current credentials in Elementary, Special, and Career & Technical Education. She spent 21 years in the classroom, teaching individuals with disabilities, primarily in secondary education, from middle school through transition-aged students.
Passionate about equipping individuals with the skills necessary to live as independently as possible, Christine left the classroom in 2016 to start an agency serving adults with disabilities through the Colorado Medicaid Waiver Program. She also began offering vendor services through the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. During this time, she focused on integrating individuals with disabilities into their communities while teaching essential life skills. She also assisted individuals in securing community-integrated employment opportunities and provided ongoing support to help them maintain their jobs.
Christine builds confidence in those she works with by celebrating every success, no matter how small, and highlighting their ability to learn and grow. She believes in her clients' capabilities and empowers them to recognize their own potential.
Contact us!
Email: cnoe@radiancelifecoaching.org
Cell Phone: 970.822.5202
Certifications, Awards, Recognitions
Elementary Education (K-6)
Special Education Generalist (5-21)
Special Education Specialist (5-21)
CTE Alternative Cooperative Education (ACE) (7-12)
Attended the 11th Annual Global Provider's Conference on Social Thinking in South San Francisco, Ca.
EMOTIONS: More Than We Think and All That We Feel
Social Detectives, Superflex, and Friends Take on Social and Emotional Learning
The Informal Dynamic Assessment and Core Treatment Strategies
Attended the 12th Annual Global Provider's Conference presented by Social Thinking in South San Francisco, CA.
It's a Journey to Self-Regulation: Introducing Three Levels of Social Behavior
Using Social Behavior Mapping to Increase the Perspective Taking of Adolescents with ADHD
Practical Implementation of Social Thinking Concepts
Attended yearly Trainer courses through QBS, Safety Care from 2018 - 2022. The course enabled me to train my staff on the Safety Care Techniques in crisis prevention strategies and techniques.
Earned my certification in Discovery & Job Development Process (March 2023) from Marc Gold and Associates to allow me to provide Customized Employment Services through the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.
Earned my certification for Systemic Instruction (the final phase of Customized Employment). Earning this last certification also granted me an ACRE certificate to provide supported employment support through the Colorado Division of Vocational Rehabilitation.
I was named an Instructional Leader for my school district. The application process included showing evidence of exceptional teaching practices, partnering with families and agencies, and student growth and progress. There were 33 applicants and only 9 were chosen. My classroom and methodologies was then used as a model for other teachers throughout the district.