You’ve Tried Learning French.

But You Still Can’t Speak It.

You’ve studied hard, followed the rules —
But real conversations? Still out of reach.
Let’s fix that — with expert support and French that finally sticks.

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No pressure — just expert guidance, friendly support, and answers to your questions.

Why Learn From Me?

Because I’ve been in your shoes — and I know what truly works (and what’s a waste of time).

I’m a native French tutor with 10+ years of experience helping hundreds of Americans speak with confidence and feel at home in French — from absolute beginners to advanced learners.

When I moved to the U.S., I struggled to express myself (and understand!) the way I wanted, even after years of English classes. I felt stuck — until I figured out one day what leads to lasting progress. And it wasn’t in memorizing lists or chasing shortcuts, but in understanding what turns learning into real-life fluency.

Because fluency doesn’t come from cramming things by heart — it comes from focusing on the right things, knowing the culture behind the language, exposure, repetition, and time. (Sure, memorizing is great for tests, but Ebbinghaus’s research shows we forget 50% within an hour and up to 90% in a week!*)*.

I’m here to help you stop spinning your wheels — with honest support, no gimmicks, and a clear path to real, lasting fluency.

*Hermann Ebbinghaus, in Memory: A Contribution to Experimental Psychology.

FLUENCY, WITHOUT THE FLUFF. 
GUIDED. GROUNDED. REAL RESULTS. 
CORE VALUES
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Consistency

Language progress isn’t built in big leaps — it’s built in quiet consistency. I’m here to help you keep going, even when life gets busy.

Clarity

French is complex — your learning experience shouldn’t be. I guide you with clarity and simplicity, from booking to breakthroughs.

Connection

I teach people, not programs. Your lessons are shaped around you — your goals, your pace, and your story. That’s how motivation sticks and progress lasts.

Kindness

Encouragement matters. I create a safe, supportive space where mistakes aren’t feared — they’re welcomed. Because confidence grows when kindness leads the way.

Honesty

I’ll always tell you the truth — with kindness. We’ll celebrate wins, name what’s not working, and adjust your path together. No judgment, just growth.

 

On a Personal Note…

I’m now based just outside Paris, after 10 years in the U.S. — including a long stretch in Charlotte, North Carolina (yes, I still miss Hobby Lobby!). I know what it’s like to feel lost in another language — and how life-changing it is to finally feel at ease. That’s the journey I help others take.

If you're looking for someone to drill flashcards or chase textbook perfection, I might not be the right fit. But if you're ready to build real, lasting fluency — with a teacher who knows how language sticks and how real life works — I’d love to help you get there.