The Zelie Society
Three month, community-focused coaching for Catholic moms raising neurodivergent kids
Motherhood would require sacrifice - that much you understood.
But this path you’re walking - the vocation for which you’ve been chosen?
It feels harder.
More isolating.
Like you’re building towers on waves of shifting sand.
Your kids - and your motherhood, by proxy - are different.
Intensely different from those of your friends.
Your friends have kids who sleep, who follow directions and wear weather-appropriate clothing. You, on the other hand, are practiced in the art of explanations:
That new clothing styles must come by degrees.
(Yes, I know they aren't sweatpants. Just five minutes. Tomorrow we can try for 10.)
That epic meltdowns follow the slightest change in plans.
That the child who is charming, intelligent, and charismatic with adults is annoying, scattered, and overwhelming to peer groups.
That yes, that child is brilliant, but there are mountains of struggle with school.
You love your children.
You are grateful for your children.
You just aren't sure God should trust you this much.
But what if...
This life you're leading weren’t so isolating?
There were other women out there, like you, ready to make a positive change?
You had access to prayerful support, practical tools, and professional wisdom on a consistent, community-focused basis?
Introducing
The Zelie Society
A refuge
A resource
A community
for Catholic moms of neurodivergent kids.
Named after St. Zelie Martin (the mother of St. Therese of Lisieux),
The Zelie Society upholds the sanctifying vocation of raising the unique and unrepeatable.
Share your triumphs, fears, and frustrations without judgment, among women who really do understand.
Get honest, concrete answers to the challenges your family faces and learn to embrace the joy of raising exceptional kids
Participate in exclusive, small group coaching that equips you to trust in God's plan, support your neurodivergent family, and fulfill your vocation as wife and mother without self-effacement or burnout.
When you join a Zelie Society cohort, you’ll get the top-notch support you need to raise exceptional children and root them in extraordinary love.
The Zelie Society helps Christian moms of exceptional kids
Get equipped
To face the challenges of everyday living and set their families up for success. You’ll find concrete answers to your biggest struggles: executive function, perfectionism, sensory concerns, underachievement, and more.
Get inspired
By a small group of women who see you, who know what it’s like to feel awkward and alone. No judgment, no drama, no heavy-handed comments - just insight and experience from generous hearts.
Start Thriving
With weekly conference call check-ins focused on acute, targeted problem-solving. Grab that coffee or tea, log in for an hour (or as long as you can stay) and work through the struggles in your heart.
How does it work?
Make a three month commitment
to the cohort: winter, spring, or fall. Our current discussion platform is a private Discord server. Our current video conference platform is Google Meet.
Take part in discussions
Ask questions; share your insight. This is your dedicated, small group space of like-minded women, coached by Catholic mom, author, and neurodivergent advocate Ginny Kochis
Log in once a week
for fellowship and support. Your three month commitment includes roughly twelve live conference calls with Ginny and the women in your cohort. Can't make the live session? It will be recorded and available for viewing at a later time (and only for those participating in the current cohort).
And here's the best part. Throughout the three-month cycle, you'll also get individualized access to courses, masterclasses, workbooks, toolkits, and, if desired, add-on private coaching sessions with Ginny--all tailored to your specific needs.
Join The Zelie Society
Registration for the Spring cohort is now open!
We begin April 2, 2024
Got questions? We've got answers!
What if we haven't had an evaluation? Can I still join?
Of course! Neither an evaluation nor a diagnosis is required to join. All you need is a willingness to grow and help your family thrive. Additionally, moms at any stage of life are welcome. Don't shy away because your kids are "too young" or "too old."
Do you offer refunds?
The cohort requires a three month commitment, and bonds are formed between the members of the group. As a general rule, refunds are not offered. However, please reach out to Ginny any time your needs or circumstances change.
What happens after I sign up?
After you sign up, you'll receive a welcome message via the email you used for payment. The message will include an invite to the discord server and the Google Meet link.
Is my information secure?
Yes, 100%. This is a private community only available to those who are paying members of the current cohort. Members must have an official invite to join; it is not searchable and cannot be viewed by anyone outside the group. The software platform does not mine data, and there are no ads.
How much does it cost, and can I share a membership with a friend?
$100 per month for three months. And, no. Your spot in the cohort is only for you.
When will live coaching sessions take place?
Once the cohort is settled, we'll select a day and time that works for everyone.
Still have questions? No problem! Shoot an email to hello@ginnykochis.com
Here's what previous members of The Zelie Society are saying:
"
The resources, the conversations, the tips I can actually use - all of it makes such a big difference not only with the way I feel about my parenting, but in the actual peace we've achieved at home. I was always the odd woman out with "that kid." I don't feel like that anymore.
- JM
"
I am finding it really useful hearing the experiences of others and being able to communicate with them - I like that it's away from regular social media as I have found in the past Facebook really triggers anxiety so I try to stay away from it.
-RH
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The video chats are sooo good! It's an amazing opportunity to get targeted advice from. You really can't get much better than that.
-ED
Meet Ginny, founder of The Zelie Society.
Hey, friend - I'm Ginny, Catholic mom to three twice-exceptional kids. I know what it's like to raise kids who are wicked smart and creative and oh-so different -
I know what it's like to feel like a failure as a mother; a stranger in your own skin.
But - and this is important - God is good, and His wisdom knows no bounds. Inspired by the inspiration of St. Zelie Martin and the graces God showers on those He chooses for this vocation, I founded the website Not So Formulaic and her sister community, The Zelie Society, as a refuge and resource for moms walking their own exceptional path in motherhood.
You, my friend, are not alone. You never have been.
Join The Zelie Society now
and start your journey to healing April 2.
No judgment, no drama - just prayerful support and practical encouragement for your vocation.
Are you with us?