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Tired of walking on eggshells, repeating the same arguments, or feeling like your relationship is stuck?

You’re not broken. But the relationship model you’ve been handed? That is.

For generations, we’ve been taught how to “do” relationships based on outdated norms—ones rooted in control, silence, and survival, not love, equality, or connection. 

I’m here to help you break those cycles and build something better.

Building strong relationship foundations

Your Relationships Can Be Radically Different—If You’re Ready to Do the Work

The way we’ve been taught to “do” relationships is broken.

Power dynamics, emotional shutdown, defensiveness, and fear have shaped generations of connection—and the result is exhaustion, resentment, and disconnection.

The Old Rules Are Failing You

Men are told to suppress. Women are told to sacrifice.

Conflict becomes war. Silence becomes punishment.

The result? Loneliness. Disconnection. And relationships that barely survive—let alone thrive.

But here’s the truth: 

You can learn to communicate without defensiveness. You can set boundaries without guilt. And you can create relationships where everyone feels heard, respected, and safe.

You just need a new map—and someone who’s not afraid to tell you the truth.

Empowered living through relationship coaching

Hi, I'm Lisa Merlo-Booth

Relationship coach, speaker, and relationship paradigm-shifter.

 I am passionate about transformation and believe that change begins with us—how we communicate, how we connect, and how we show up in the world.

For the past 20+  years I’ve challenged the status quo of how we relate—in our homes, our partnerships, our teams, and our society.

I help others create Radically New Relationships™—ones grounded in:

    • Uncompromising Safety – Emotional, physical, and psychological safety is non-negotiable.
    • Genuine Equality – Power isn’t about dominance; it’s about shared voice and mutual respect.
    • Courageous Accountability – You’re not here to fix your partner—you’re here to own your impact.
    • Humane Kindness – We lead with strength, not shame. Compassion fuels change.
    • Reciprocity – Relationships need to be a two-way street–where both partners are giving and receiving

Radical Transformation begins where tired traditions are left behind.

Ready to change everything?

70%

of divorces are initiated by women

86%

of employees
blame poor communication for workplace failure

40-50%

of first marriages end in divorce

77%

of people hope to leave their job within a year due to a bad boss

You don't have to be a statistic.

How You Can Work With Me

Creating connection with expert relationship support

Relationship Coaching

For Individuals and Couples Ready to Break the Cycle

If you’re stuck in the same fight, feel like you’re walking on eggshells, or are silently pulling away from your partner—something has to change. Whether you’re on the brink of divorce or just done living in silent resentment, private coaching gives you the skills, clarity, and direct support to shift your relationship from the inside out.

This isn’t therapy. This is transformation.

Relationship expert guiding authentic change

Tackling Defensiveness

Break the Habit That’s Destroying Your Relationships

Defensiveness is one of the most damaging—and most common—relational habits. It shuts down connection, escalates conflict, and makes it impossible for people to feel heard or safe.

Whether you’re navigating personal relationships or professional ones, gain the tools to transform communication and build trust—without giving up your power.

Online community for connection and support

Inner Circle

Ongoing Coaching and Community for Real-Life Growth

Radical relationship change doesn’t happen in one session. It’s built day by day, with consistent tools, honest reflection, and support that keeps you going.

The Inner Circle is your space to do that work—together.

Each month, you’ll get live group coaching with me, access to a community of people who are on the same journey, and strategies you can apply in your relationships immediately.

Which Path Is Right for You?

 

Wherever you begin, the most important step is deciding to stop doing relationships the old way—and start showing up in a radically new one.

Why Should You Take Action Now?

If nothing changes, the cost is high. 

Without intervention, you risk:

  • Remaining in painful, disconnected relationships. The longer toxic patterns persist, the harder they are to break. Over time, emotional distance turns into resentment, and resentment turns into separation.
  • Losing your marriage or long-term partnership. Many couples hit a breaking point where they feel divorce is the only option—not because they don’t love each other, but because they don’t know how to fix the damage.
  • Passing down harmful patterns to your children. Kids learn about relationships from what they see. If they grow up watching conflict, emotional shutdown, or imbalance, they will carry those lessons into their own relationships. The cycle continues—unless you break it.
  • Living with regret. Looking back and wishing you had done something sooner. Wishing you had fought harder for your relationship. Wishing you had learned how to communicate before it was too late.

This is what’s at stake.

Helping individuals create powerful relationships
Coaching for bold, healthy communication

What’s Possible When You Work With Me

✔️ You stop reacting in extremes—and start responding with strength.

✔️ You learn to navigate conflict without defensiveness or blame.

✔️ You finally feel seen, heard, and safe—in your most important relationships.

✔️ You become the model for your kids, your team, and your legacy.

This isn’t about fixing your partner.

It’s about becoming the kind of person who builds thriving relationships—with themselves and with others.

Choose Something Different.
Create Radically New Relationships™

The way you’ve been taught to do relationships isn’t working.

You can stay stuck—or you can lead a radical new way forward.

The question isn’t if change is possible.

It’s whether you’re ready to stop waiting and start creating it.

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