About Me
Hi, I'm Shawna
I’m so happy you’re here! Let’s get to know each other…
Hi, I’m Shawna! As a move abroad coach, I help Americans make the leap to permanently live in Europe or Latin America. Many of my clients discover me through Instagram or online articles, where I share how moving abroad can be simpler than it seems—when you know the right visa and citizenship strategies to make it happen. If you are a retiree, remote worker, business owner (or striving to be), a student or want to take a sabatical… you are in the right place!
My journey started as an American studying abroad in Spain, where I fell in love with the vibrant culture, lively communities, and warm people. After returning to the U.S. for corporate life (definitely not my thing), I took the leap in 2016 to move to Barcelona permanently—and I’ve never looked back!
I decided to pull the plug on what society had always TOLD me what I should be doing and I listened to my heart for once. Barcelona, Spain was calling....
Don't let your passport hold you back...
Moving abroad not only opened up so many doors for me but I had to figure out how to do it as an American (which is super tough if you didn't know already)
Moving abroad as an American isn’t easy. There are plenty of roadblocks—visas, adjusting to a new culture, making friends—but there’s always a solution! Remember the phrase, “Everything always works out”? Well, it does. I’ve lived it. Along the way, I met my husband Dan, started a web design agency, and now I help people like you create the life of their dreams abroad.
I’ve mastered living abroad without letting a passport hold me back. I’ve navigated multiple visa types and found local and remote work, from teaching English and managing social media to working with top CEOs in Spain. Eventually, I built my own web design agency, primarily serving Americans, all from my home in Barcelona.
My motto is simple: Your mindset is powerful. It will guide you to where you want to go. Planning is just part of the process—believing in yourself and taking the leap is what makes it happen.
You can do this. I’m here to support you, and I’m so excited for what’s ahead!
Ready to learn the strategies I have taught thousands for moving abroad? Join my free masterclass to learn how to plan your move abroad with confidence and start attracting the life you’ve always dreamed of!
- Better food quality
- More love for yourself
- Better Healthcare
- Deeper connections with others
- Mindset shifts
- Increased confidence
- Find love abroad
- Better Quality of Life
- Freedom
- Fun
Why Americans are Deciding to Move Abroad
Affordable and Better Quality of Life
In countries like Spain, Portugal, Italy, France, and Latin America, Americans are finding a better quality of life for under $2,500 a month. Affordable living, great healthcare, and vibrant cultures make life abroad more fulfilling and accessible.
Increased Safety
With 83 school shootings in the U.S. in 2024, safety is a growing concern. Europe, with fewer such incidents, lower crime rates, and reliable services, offers a safer, more stable environment for families.
Better Healthcare and Better Food
Europe offers affordable, high-quality healthcare, a stark contrast to the high costs and limited access in the U.S. Reliable systems and universal coverage make it a top choice for those seeking better care and peace of mind.
Easy Visa Processes, Less Stress and More Freedom
Europe’s slower pace of life, better work-life balance, and strong social systems offer Americans a chance to escape the daily grind and enjoy more freedom and peace of mind. Plus, many countries have easy visa processes, making relocation even simpler.
Resonating with any of these reasons to get abroad? Come learn exact citizenship and visa strategies on my next Abroad in a Year Masterclass.
Your Next Steps
Let's Accomplish Your Goal of Moving Overseas!
Step 1
Sign up for my Free Abroad in a Year Masterclass
Come on my next live masterclass where you will learn about visas, citizenship, finances, housing and the things I wish I’d known before moving. Save hundreds of hours by learning from someone who has done this before.
Step 2
Prepare to Learn & Clear Your Schedule for the Masterclass
Once you register, you’ll get all the details via email, including a live event reminder and helpful guides to prepare. Bring your questions to the live session, and I’ll address your concerns while we dive into actionable steps for moving abroad.
Step 3
Attend and Take Action
Join the live masterclass. Learn the insider strategies for citizenship, visas, housing, finances, and thriving abroad—and leave with a clear, practical plan to start your new life overseas. Spots are limited so make sure to sign up free below..