Sabbatical Consultation
Thoughtful support for creating meaningful time away
Whether you’re preparing for a sabbatical or creating your own intentional time away, it can be difficult to balance everything you hope this time might become. A conversation with someone who understands the academic world can help you step back, clarify what matters most, and start making intentional choices.
From ideas to intention
Planning meaningful time away is often harder than we expect. You may have more ideas than time, feel pulled between competing priorities, or simply wonder how to make the most of this rare opportunity to step back and think differently.
A consultation may be especially helpful if…
Together, we can explore…
What to expect
Conversations with me are confidential and treated as a private space for reflection and planning. Most consultations last about 90 minutes. I keep an eye on the time to respect your schedule, but I won’t end an important conversation simply because the clock says it’s time. By the end of our conversation, you’ll have greater clarity, concrete next steps, and a plan that’s better aligned with your goals and priorities.
Before we meet
Complete a short questionnaire so I can understand your goals and questions
Our Conversation
We’ll talk through your situation, explore ideas, and work toward practical next steps
After we meet
I’ll share recommendations and resources to help you as you move forward
Why work with me?
I’m Liz, a Professor at the University of Massachusetts Amherst and the creator of Sabbatical Studio. Through my own experiences with time away, I’ve come to believe that meaningful breaks don’t happen automatically – they require intention. Stepping away can create space for reflection, renewal, curiosity, and thinking differently about comes next.
My role isn’t to tell you how to spend your sabbatical, time away, or next chapter. It’s to ask thoughtful questions, offer perspective, and help you create a plan that reflects what matters most to you.
Schedule a Consultation
90 minutes – $275
Select a day and time below to get started. If your employer allows, you can use research or professional development funds to book. Have questions, or don’t see a time that works for you? Reach out here.