ABOUT SARA

Parenting Educator|Counseling Psychologist| Baker

Over the years, I have had many hats!

My educational background is in counseling psychology and parenting education. I have a Master’s of Education in Counseling Psychology and a graduate certificate in parenting education.
 
For many years, I ran Moving Through Parenthood, where I created educational workshops for parents of teens. I focused on helping parents better understand their teenagers. When my own children entered high school, I took a break from this work to pursue another passion, baking.

Sara Ran Away with the Spoon was born in 2012, as a home bakery. I sold my treats at local farmers’ markets for five years before realizing the business needed to change. I missed teaching, but still loved to bake.

In 2020, Sara Ran Away with the Spoon experienced its first transformation. I moved away from selling to focus on teaching. I combined my education with my love of teaching to create baking programs for teens and families. My core message was that baking is empowering, especially for teens. It helps them to gain confidence, allows for creativity, builds connections, and teaches important life skills.

Now, Sara Ran Away with the Spoon is transforming again. I’ve reached mid-life and my priorities have changed. I’m drawn toward using my education and skills to support women who are also facing changes. Whether they are changing careers, considering retirement, dealing with loss, coping with being empty nesters, or finding more time to pursue passions, there are many life transitions that emerge. I’m hoping to make them sweeter.