Growing up in an abusive home, I struggled for years to find my footing in the world. I married young, endured multiple miscarriages, and battled significant postpartum depression after my children were born. When my youngest needed spinal surgery as a baby, I lived in fear, unable to fully bond with him at first. I also eventually became a foster parent, experiencing both deep connection and heartbreaking loss. After my divorce, I navigated co-parenting challenges with resilience. In parallel, I fought to find the right mental health support, battling cPTSD, Depression and daily anxiety. After years of mismatched care, I finally found a counselor and a medication plan that helped me build true stability. Now, I use my experience having worked in mental health crisis response to help others find safety, support, and hope during their own storms. I believe healing is possible — even when it feels far away.