“The fabulous Alison Lush…

helped me immensely with getting my home organized. My closet is still highly functional and clean enough to be vaccuumed every week which is an enormous achievement!”
Kristin M · Arizona

“Alison is quite simply a wonder-woman.

After four three-hour sessions Alison has produced order out of chaos.
She is passionate about what she does, is highly skilled & creative, is supportive & encouraging.
I enjoyed our collaboration hugely & now I am able to breathe again when I step into my ‘new’ studio.
I wouldn’t hesitate for one moment to recommend Alison.
In a sort period of time, she managed to banish my stress & has left me with a room that is both pleasing to be in & that really works …
…a fine example of form following function.”
Susan K · Montreal

“I found the experience invaluable!

The new ways of thinking about clutter and space have changed how I view our home and the way I navigate it.
We have only had a few sessions, but already have an important space functional again that will help us moving forward.
I found out about chronic disorganization and strongly identified with it. Alison felt like a safe resource for help.
She helped by breaking down the problem into manageable bits, giving us new ways of thinking about the clutter, and most importantly, not making us feel like failures as adults.
Alison approaches the problem with kindness and understanding – She does not make you feel shamed, no matter how big the mess.”
Megan & Family · Michigan

“I finally felt like I had an ally and I was winning!

I reached out to Alison because I liked what she was posting on TikTok. I had never seen an organizer be so kind with calm energy. She has in-depth knowledge about chronic disorganization which was a new concept to me.
Alison listened very carefully and offered suggestions and much needed encouragement.
I was able to clear out a large storage unit. I wanted to scan the family photos but was too overwhelmed to start.
Now they are ALL DONE!”
K.C. · Texas

“I’m not afraid to have people over on short or no notice for the first time!

I reached out to Alison because virtual organising seemed like an accessible and realistic way to improve my quality of life.
She helped me by reframing how I think about organising.
Maintaining my space is easier after learning how to find functional systems for my needs.
I liked Alison’s non-judgemental approach, and her ability to work with someone who has a variety of interests but little space.
I would recommend Alison to people who think their challenges make organising seem unattainable.”
Anonymous · Norway

“Looking forward to working together again…

I very much benefitted from our working together in 2021 and look forward to doing so again this year.”
Sue S · Eastern Townships

“I was feeling overwhelmed…

…with the sheer number of things I needed to do.
Alison asked me questions about what would work for me and then set up a simple template for me to use.
This system immediately worked for me and years later, I am still using it.
When I first started I had over 90 things on my list, some of them overdue and requiring more work because of that.
Now I have many fewer items on the list because I am not missing deadlines.
I would recommend Alison and her set of skills and tools to anyone with a high number of pressing items on their to do list.”
Nadine Ryan-Bannerman · Calgary

“Alison provided personalized solutions and clear instructions – Motivating!

I needed some order in my life but felt too overwhelmed to do it alone, and was not sure how to start.
I liked how Alison made notes and then emailed them to me.
I was able to organize my closets in an efficient way and I felt supported.
I found the experience pleasant and motivating.
I’d recommend Alison to people who struggle to keep things organized, and who want strategies on how to harmonize their space.”
Trish Bellot · Edmonton

“Working with Alison was transformative!

My cupboard went from being a cluttered mess to a calm, organized space.
Alison helped me by teaching me about collections, sorting, containers, decluttering, labeling and real estate.
I liked her ability to clearly articulate the concepts and principles behind decluttering and organizing.
I would recommend Alison to people who have any stress in their homes with their stuff.”
Carolyn Andrew · Victoria

Virtual Decluttering and Organizing

Book your 20-min exploratory call now

I'll ask about your challenges and your goals
You'll learn how my Virtual Sessions work, and how they contribute to your progress toward your goals
We decide if we'll partner up on your project!

And if we're already a team, here's the link to book our next session!

Get a Certified Professional Organizer in your home - VIRTUALLY

People come to me when they feel stuck and they want to move forward. The most common challenge is someone living with clutter that is negatively impacting their daily functioning and morale

We partner up to get you unstuck and moving forward.

I have over 10 years' experience working hands on in clients' homes, decluttering and organizing. In April 2020, I took my industry's gold-standard training program to learn how to effectively deliver my services virtually.

How we begin...

Let's have a complementary phone call! I'll ask about your challenges and goals, answer all your questions about how I work, and we will decide mutually if we are going to partner up.

Virtual Sessions with Alison (that's me!) on your team

An hour can go by quickly: I use a framework that has a start, a middle and a conclusion. It keeps us on track, and moving forward. My session goal is to launch you back into your project, with more clarity, focus, motivation, and a clear plan for the coming week. I take notes during each session and share them with you afterward, highlighting the valuable concepts we reviewed, and listing the clear action steps you have chosen to take.

You are the expert in your life – All the decisions are yours. I bring my experience, education and energy to the partnership, working with you toward YOUR goals.

About me...

11 years ago, I was struggling with my own stuff. Buying too much, bringing too much home, lacking the skills to make decisions to let things go. It was crowded, it was cluttered... and I did NOT want people dropping by!

I have always had talent and ability for organizing, but there is so much more involved in managing our belongings than organizing! There were a number of other skills I needed to develop to better manage my home and be comfortable.

I had a very successful 20-year career in catering, and wanted a change. In 2010, my best friend recommended I go into organizing. I spent the first 5 years studying, developing my business, working with clients, and most importantly, working on my own life. Today our home is entirely different.

I've learned to live intentionally. I no longer shop as a hobby. I have worked hard to create space in our home, and I protect it.

What I bring to your team...

Since 2010, I've been studying everything related to how we manage our belongings: ideas about what we need, acquisition, ownership, organization, lifestyle, habits, decision-making, emotional attachment, and letting go.

Throughout these years, I worked with clients who came to me with a variety of challenges, but they all had one thing in common: They felt stuck.

Through my formal professional education and certification in chronic disorganization, I've developed a powerful skillset and a practical toolkit.

I've used the pause during the pandemic to add another layer to my skills: Coaching. My starting point is my belief that each of us is unique and the best strategies will be personalized. YOU are the expert in your life. I am an expert in decluttering and organizing, and together we can

My place in the organizing industry

VOLUNTEERING • The first thing I did in 2010 was to join the Professional Organizers in Canada (POC), and soon after, I joined the Institute for Challenging Disorganization®(ICD®) to access the depth and breadth of knowledge available there. I've been an engaged volunteer in our industry since 2010, and here are some highlights:

2020-2021 ICD® Past-President • 2018-2020 ICD® President • 2016-2017 POC Ethics Chair • 2011-2012 POC Director of Education

CREDENTIALS • Coming myself from a background of chronic disorganization, I have always been keenly motivated to learn best practices in our industry. I am the first Certified Professional Organizer in Quebec, and one of only a handful in Canada. Some highlights of my credentials:

ICD® Master Trainer (2018) • ICD® Communication Mentor (2016) • Certified Professional Organizer in Chronic Disorganization® (2015) • Certified Professional Organizer (2016) • Certified Virtual Professional Organizer™ (2020)

PRESENTING • I've been speaking publicly about decluttering and organizing since 2015. Professional education has made a huge contribution to my own career, and I welcome opportunities to share my own learning and thinking with others. Here are some highlights:

In person : JALO, Tokyo, Dec 2019 • POC, Toronto, Nov 2019 • NAPO, Texas, Apr 2019 • APDO, UK, Mar 2019 • POC, various Chapter events over the years.

Online: FFPO, Feb 2021 • ICD and POC, numerous presentations over the years • APDO, Dec 2019 •

CONTINUING EDUCATION • Currently enrolled in the Concordia University Personal and Professional Coach Certification program • Ongoing engagement to earn continuing education units since 2010, both to support my clients, and to maintain my dual certifications.

TRAINING NEW ORGANIZERS IN FRENCH • Ministère de l’education du Québec • Developed and continue teaching 9 hrs. of professional training for organizers (in French).

WORKSHOPS FOR THE PUBLIC • Developed and taught an 18-hour workshop on decluttering and organizing.