Throughout the ages and across cultures, acorns have been a symbol of growth, strength, perseverance, and hope
Renee Steinbrecher, ACC Founder and Manager Acorn Patterns Leadership Coaching LLC
Acorn Symbolism
“The acorn is God's promise to us, that His best is yet to come if we just hold on to Him and let go of our finite understandings. It is all too easy to exhaust ourselves in futile attempts at ensuring the acorn grows.”
— Author Unknown
Our Work Together
Tap into the patterns that serve you, while identifying and eliminating patterns that no longer serve you.
Just as the trunk is the main stem of the tree that connects the roots to the branches, so too how we feel in our core influences how we show up for ourselves, others, and how we engage in the world.
When we are grounded, we are more patient, curious, and innovative. It is from this place and space that we can begin to explore where we are and where we’d like to go.
About Our Name
Acorn
Acorns represent potential, resilience, prosperity, and healing.
Patterns
Much of the inner work we are all called to do stems from patterns.
Leadership
We are all leaders in our own unique way, whether at work, in our families, or in our communities.
Coaching
Coaching helps us tap into our innate potential.
Our Mission
To help you along your journey to achieve personal successful, be a great leader, and an exceptional person.
We do this by helping you answer your own questions about personal growth in your, career, transitions, and the fundamental questions of life.
What direction do I want to go in?
Who do I want to be for others?
What legacy do I want to leave behind?
And what in my life, if anything, do I need to change before I can even consider exploring such questions?
Our Offerings
Leadership Coaching
“Continuous effort - not strength or intelligence - is the key to unlocking our potential.”
— Winston Churchill
Become more self-aware and work towards reaching and exceeding your goals.
Transition Coaching
"Change is inevitable. Growth is optional.”
— John C. Maxwell
Smooth the edges around a current transition, allowing you to feel rooted in the present.
Open Stance Workshops
“What you are aware of you are in control of; what you are not aware of is in control of you.”
— Anthony de Mello
Practice being more open to ourselves and others in this supportive and confidential space.
What People Are Saying
“Working with Renee over the past year has been a transformative experience. She brings a calm, deeply centered presence to each conversation — a grounded spirit that invites real reflection and growth. What stands out most about Renee's coaching is her ability to guide you without leading you; she helps you uncover your own answers and build confidence in your next steps. Her sensitivity to deeper patterns and her capacity to create a safe, open space made all the difference. Her approach is thoughtful, intuitive, and remarkably empowering. I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with her.
— Brent, COO
“The depth of Renee’s corporate and coaching experience, along with her deep empathy, is evident in her leadership and coaching. As a participant in an Open Stance workshop led by Renee, I learned how to be a better listener, how to work with a wide range of emotions while facing a variety of life’s challenges, and to recognize strengths in myself and others. Renee led the group with sensitivity and experience.”
— Debbie
As a C-level executive who recently transitioned into the solopreneur space, I'm constantly navigating complex challenges. Renee's leadership coaching provided me with the clarity and strategic focus necessary to make critical decisions with confidence. Transitioning from a structured corporate role to the autonomy and uncertainty of starting my own business required significant mindset adjustments. With Renee's coaching, I was able to turn my vision into reality.”
— Brian