Bio

Darcel Spears is a coach for moms of children with autism and a mother to a young man on the spectrum. Her 26-year journey from parenting to coaching has led to profound growth—for both her and her son—in ways she never expected. Before becoming a parent, Darcel’s career as an engineer instilled in her a strong focus on goal setting and strategy. However, she soon realized that the “one-size-fits-all” mentality so prevalent in American culture—especially in parenting—was not only limiting but also harmful to both herself and her child. Seeking a new path, she became a graduate of the Institute of Woman-Centered Coaching and deepened her studies in mindfulness, reiki, and energy sound wellness. Through this journey, she discovered the power of self-awareness and inner transformation, allowing her and her son to evolve beyond societal expectations. Now, as Coach Darcel, she supports overwhelmed moms of children with autism in shifting their mindset from trying to “fix” their child to embracing their child’s uniqueness—so they both can thrive.