Dealing with incarcerated family can be a real challenge, that's for sure. You're balancing their needs with your own, and it's a constant emotional juggle. Staying connected and offering support takes a tremendous amount of strength and patience. It's a tough situation, and it's admirable that you're trying to help them through it. Remember to also take care of yourself during this whole ordeal. My brother has been in prison for 15 years, my younger brother for 4 years and they depend on me to connect them to the outside world for a mental relief.

I know firsthand what it feels like to feel small and worthless. I understand what it’s like to feel without purpose and to see life without meaning. I know how it feels to lose interest in the things that once brought joy, and to struggle with reconnecting to the person you once were. I also understand how difficult it can be to become the person you are meant to be. Through my own journey of healing, I’ve learned the true meaning of self-love and self-worth. I now embrace myself, practice self-compassion, and live my truth. I’ve reframed my experience and learned to see what once felt like flaws as great strengths. I am committed to walking alongside you as you navigate this process, offering nonjudgmental and compassionate guidance to help you reconnect with yourself and find your best you.

The pandemic disrupted more than routines - it reshaped identities , relationships and the way many of us relate to our bodies, boundaries and beliefs . For me COVID-19 wasn't just a global event; it was a personal reckoning. Isolation bought clarity, loss revealed what was unsustainable . In my own life I had to re-evaluate what safety meant, how I showed up in relationships an what parts of me were worth preserving - not just performing, especially during a time of great changes.

I lost my mom 13 years ago and my dad five years ago. The grief of losing your parents is quite significant, even if there is trauma in between. I am here to help navigate and vent about losing a loved one whether or under strain circumstances, or just not being able to have closure. I am here to uplift and validate. Grief anniversaries are hard, no matter how much time has passed. So many think that after a little bit of time, things are suddenly better and that’s not always the case.

For me, living alone and a couple hours from close friends means the holidays can feel like a funny mix of peaceful project time and unexpected loneliness. I’ve opted out of complicated family dynamics because I’m no longer a people pleaser, which leaves me with a whole new kind of solo space. If you’re hitting your limit after the hundredth round of holiday music, or feeling out of sync with a family group chat that moves 30 messages a minute, and you’d rather talk to an actual human instead, I’m here. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Eve or Day, Valentine’s Day, or any moment when it seems like everyone you know is wrapped up in family plans while you’re navigating your own quiet corner of the season, it can feel liberating or it can feel like being the odd duck out in the cold. Don’t spend even a moment blaming yourself for being single or simply on your own during the holidays. Book a session with me, and let’s talk it through together.

In the digital world , bonds form quickly over the Internet. No matter the circumstances surrounding the connection, feelings are still feelings. Our feelings get hurt for any number of reasons, but when the connection begins to feel too strong or feels a little unusual, the connection can become overwhelming. Have you ever been catfished? Have you been scammed by someone impersonating someone else or been suddenly let down by expectations you didn't even realize you had? I was misled in a romantic scam, formed unrealistic bonds with people I never intended to meet in person, and felt intensely connected to the idea of someone who was just a fantasy. I've helped friends pull back from the edge of diving too deeply in an unhealthy digital relationship and helped them reassess and redirect that abundant energy flooding in. I learned to check my own developing emotions and spot red flags. Para social relationships are a consequence of the digital world. Let's talk about it together.

My story isn’t perfect — it’s real. I’ve stumbled through loss, career changes, heartbreak, anxiety, and depression, but I’ve also found strength in my faith and the community that held me up. I wear my scars and my colors proudly as a member of the rainbow gang 🏳️‍🌈. Now, I’m here to help others find their footing and rediscover their light. If you need a mentor who’s walked the hard roads and still believes in hope, let’s connect.

Today's world can feel really cold & lonely sometimes so we could all use a sounding board; to let off steam, to talk through ideas & emotions, or to "try out" thoughts outside of our own head. I fully understand how lonely life can feel. I moved over 1000 miles away from anyone I know, & making friends as a chronically ill, middle-aged empty-nester isn't an easy task! I've struggled meeting people in my area, however I've made a few connections that will hopefully blossom into more in time. I have been able to maintain relationships with longtime friends over the internet & that has surprisingly provided a sense of community of its own. Those strong long-distance bonds give me immense comfort & therefore reinforce my belief that we can share a lot of 'warmth', build community, & gain support & healing to combat loneliness on this platform. Many times, just talking about our day or our worries with someone who cares, regardless of proximity, can be exactly what we need to feel less lonely! ♡

Well I am someone with learning disabilities myself and I can help you if you have disabilities or or help your family member help you as a parent or caregiver navigate challenges. I am here to guide you through anxiety depression feeling better about yourself giving you goals and ideas and helping you achieve those. I was diagnose young so I know what it feels like on all levels I'm 52 years old and I can help young kids feel better about themselves and even adults going through menopause or about to go through that I can help guide you due to my experiences.

For me, meeting new people and making friends hasn’t always come easy. I’ve had times where I felt anxious walking into a room, worried about saying the wrong thing, or wondering if I even belonged. There have been seasons of loneliness where I wanted connection but didn’t know how to start—or where past hurts made it hard to trust new people. In this session, I’ll share openly about my own challenges with friendship and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. This isn’t about having it all figured out—it’s about creating a safe space to talk about how hard it can be and to support each other in the process.

There is so much noise in the world - between social media, unlimited information, and even the noises - of family, loved ones, friends and even other voices, if you will. I have spent a lot of time cultivating discernment - first from understanding what my 'reality' was reflecting with the aforementioned noise, to going within and allowing myself to see what I was afraid to see, admit and even accept. When the suggestions of others didn't quite align with what I held to be true within, and the pressures forced me to act - largely from fear, I learned from pains I wouldn't wish for others: the pain of dishonoring myself. None have walked in my shoes; no one will walk in your shoes - and this is an important realization to grasp because at the end of the day, you and I are the only ones accountable to our thoughts, actions and life.

Grief from loss can occur many times throughout our lives. From the loss of a dream or idea to the loss of a parent or spouse, grief can creep into our lives in many different ways. There is no right or wrong way to grieve but talking to someone can be a healthy way to cope when going through all of the ways we can be distressed. I've dealt with everything from the loss of my mother at a younger age after a debilitating illness to the sadness of losing the ability to continue in a career that I very much loved because my body had betrayed me. Loss of relationships has been a common thread throughout my life, from friendships to the closest and most important of all relationships. I've had heartbreak on every level. I've navigated loss of career, relationships, dreams & ideas, loved ones & pets (maybe one of the hardest to cope with!). I've gotten through some situations much quicker & easier than others, finding that going through, rather than around, tends to get me the best outcome.

I was faced with making a decision about an unexpected pregnancy twice in my life. Once at 17 and again at 25. The circumstances were different each time. At 17, my parents chose for me and at 25, I had to go through my own process to choose what was best for me. Both times, the choice was to terminate the pregnancy. It was the right decision for me each time. Both experiences had significant influence on my life and choices moving forward. I had to go through different grieving and healing processes for each termination. One thing I would have benefited from is someone to talk to who had been there.

I’ve faced a lot of challenges in relationships over the years. Coming from a broken home, I was no stranger to the ups and downs that come with family dynamics. As the breadwinner and responsible one in most relationships, I often felt burdened by the weight of expectations and struggled with balancing my needs against the needs of others. I’ve also been through the painful experience of domestic violence, which taught me that abuse is never love, no matter how much I wanted it to be. Alongside these struggles, I’ve wrestled with anxiety and depression, which often made it harder to trust myself and others. I had to learn to say no and establish boundaries in order to protect my peace. Therapy played a huge role in helping me find my voice and rebuild my self-worth. Through these experiences, I’ve come to understand that healthy relationships, whether with family, friends, or partners, require respect, communication, and most importantly, self-respect. I’m here to offer support for anyone going through similar struggles—whether you’re navigating family dynamics, healing from an abusive relationship, or just learning how to set boundaries and prioritize yourself.

I'm finally finding out what I want to do with work and so I can help you feel better about yourself and it's never too late to do what you dream so let's get you there. And I can help you if you have a disability to really and I can tell you about my experiences and how I got to be doing what I'm doing. To get you where you need to be

I've walked through disillusionment and the dark night of the soul - when everything I thought I knew about life, success and even myself, fell apart. I did everything the world said would bring happiness & fulfillment, yet found only emptiness where meaning should have been. In that darkness, I was stripped bare - forced to face my pain, my conditioning, and the illusions I once called truth. But it was there, in the silence, that I began to heal. Piece by piece, I rediscovered what cannot be taken - the light within, the quiet resilience of spirit, the knowing that wholeness isn't something to earn but to remember. My journey through the depths became my awakening. Now I walk with others through their own darkness, helping them see that even when all seems lost, the soul is never without light, but only waiting to be found again.

GenXers have reached that moment—gulp—the so-called ‘midlife’ years, complete with the dreaded menopause. Ugh! A lot of us hit these years fully unprepared for what was coming. We heard about the hot flashes, but even that wasn't named correctly to explain the actual misfiring of your temperature regulation. It feels like an electrical short in a lamp wire, sending sparks flying, causing temps to both jump but also to instantly plummet, only to rebound within seconds. The (very, very, VERY) dry symptoms to the haywire emotions & mood swings, it's all extraordinarily confusing, especially for us feral, completely self-reliant GenXers, who weren't at all prepared for this transition. We mostly raised ourselves & our parents certainly weren't talking about Menopause at the dinner table, or to us at all, leaving us guessing what we were in for. We can talk about how to manage the changes & challenges of midlife, especially with a lack of prior knowledge or understanding of options for symptom management.