For most of my life, it felt like I was trying to fit into a role I was never meant for. I was always the "black sheep" in my family or the "weird" one, which left me feeling disconnected and unsure of myself. That path led me through some really tough times with depression, not knowing where I'd live, and the quiet pain of friendships just fading away. Through all of it, I fought with that constant feeling of being an imposter, like nothing I did was ever truly good enough. A crisis that left me homeless for a second time forced me to start completely over, but it actually turned out to be a blessing in disguise. In that quiet space of rebuilding, I finally learned how to set real boundaries, manage my own emotional stress, and find my way back to creating music. I also realized that helping other people feel seen is one of the most powerful ways to heal. So now, I'm here to offer a listening ear and a steady presence for anyone navigating their own tough challenges.

I started supporting my family financially at 16. I skipped childhood, skipped softness, and went straight into survival. For years, I didn’t know how to rest, receive, or feel my emotions. Healing meant unlearning the belief that I had to carry everything alone. Now I help others who were forced to grow up before they were ready learn how to nurture their inner child again.

Like everyone, I know the stress of finances. Because of this, I try to save everywhere I can by looking for coupons, finding the best deal, setting a budget for certain things, and trying to earn extra money to save for upcoming expenses or an emergency fund. Being on disability doesn't make this easy sometimes, even though my husband works a full time job. Though there is so much uncertainty in the economy, I have to pray and trust God with my finances. Trying to have the mindset that everything is in God's hands. He just wants me to manage everything wisely.

Being a mother in recovery is one of the hardest battles I've faced. I've had my children taken, felt the despair that relapse can bring, and fought hard to get them back. I know how it feels when the system meant to protect kids ends up pushing families apart. But I also know how to stay strong, rebuild trust, and reclaim your role as a mother. Through my own journey I discovered ways to survive, heal, and protect your family while staying in recovery. I'm here to help other mothers find that same strength and Hope.

Leaving graduate school early, job loss, poor fits - all traumas I've had to navigate through. Whatever nebulous point represented my dream career now has a circuitous route to get there. Add to that the mental toll that professional, financial, and social shifts take on our well-being, especially when we don't learn "corporate speak" in school! I'd love to share ways that I've handled these setbacks - such as becoming a content creator - as well as practical ideas for job seeking. As important as our careers are, they don't represent our entire identity.

I offer support for those facing or recovering from homelessness, because I’ve lived it myself — multiple times. I know what it’s like to lose everything and have to start over from nothing. Through those experiences, I learned strength, resilience, and how to rebuild a stable life with hope and purpose. My support comes without judgment, only compassion and understanding for what it truly takes to survive and rise again.

After 10+ years in nonprofits and education, I hit burnout. The thought of working for the same bosses, in the same systems, felt impossible. I had dabbled in consulting as a side hustle but never had the confidence—or the financial runway—to fully leap. Three years ago, it finally clicked, and I launched my own nonprofit consulting business. Since then, I’ve had the freedom to choose my clients, shape a flexible schedule, and take ownership of my earning potential. But entrepreneurship isn’t all sunshine—there are long hours, self-doubt, unpredictable workflows, and the constant juggle of client pipelines, marketing, networking, and financial management. Along the way, I’ve learned what it really takes to start and sustain a consulting business. I’d love to share my experiences—the wins and the challenges—and help you think through what it will take physically, emotionally, and financially to build your own path.

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.

Watching single moms (including my own) navigate financial hardship while raising children was never easy, and experiencing it as a child wasn’t either. Now, as a mother myself, I’ve lived it more times than I can count. Relationship choices set me so far back that it’s taken everything just to return to “starting over.” Today, I’m rebuilding. I’m going through a divorce, raising children (some with disabilities), breathing through uncertainty, and working toward my degree. The bills still come. The anxiety didn’t disappear when the relationship ended; in some ways, it got louder. But I’m still here. Still showing up. And I know what it feels like to be unemployed, underemployed, a stay-at-home mom trying to find work and school, and carrying others through it. I've lived through crises as a child and as an adult. I can hold space for you as you walk through your.

When it came to money, my world was small. I grew up hearing “get a real job,” work hard, save, spend less, and be grateful for any overtime. So that’s what I did. I worked myself tired for years and still didn’t feel financially safe. Where I’m from, working 2–3 jobs was normal. Nobody taught me about budgeting, investing, taxes, pay stubs, or 401(k)s. My go-to excuse was always “No one ever taught me this,” and it was true. Then the pandemic hit, I met people who didn't have work "real jobs" and they had a healthier view about money. In fact, they talked about it openly. That changed everything. It opened my eyes to how money actually works and how much control I could have once I understood it. Now, I'm not financial advisor, but I am someone who had to learn all of this the long way. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by money because it's confusing. I don' t blame you. I'm here to break it down so you know how money works and learn ways on how to put your money to work.

As a single mom, I once felt like I had to choose between survival and living beautifully, but over time, I learned how to save $100K while still taking my kids on luxury experiences, trips, and soft life moments. No, I didn't have a 6-figure job either. It wasn’t about restriction; it was about intention. By budgeting wisely, using creative hacks, and shifting my money mindset, I discovered that financial healing is possible without giving up joy. Let me show you it's possible for you too!

I’ve had to start over more than once, after abuse, heartbreak, and financial setbacks. At one point, I was a single mom living with my parents, pregnant by someone who walked away, wondering how I would ever rebuild. But I did. I saved, I healed, I reached out to family for support, went back to therapy, and I learned to find myself again. Starting over felt like failure at first, but it was actually freedom. Each reset gave me clarity, resilience, and a new sense of purpose. If you're looking for someone who has had to figure it out from the bottom (50K in debt to 100K saved), I've got you covered.

As a neurodivergent Autistic/ADHD individual, I've had struggles in securing employment, feeling valued in the work place and having the kind of career success I want for my life. I have struggled with building my own business and learning how to create additional income sources. I have experienced job losses and hardships, but am now able to earn income through my own business and advising work no matter what. I have worked hard to create a life that i enjoy despite challenges and I want to help others that are facing similar challenges. I have dealt with personal life changes such as moves and divorces and can assist with those who are dealing with the same. I have experience in dealing with being a highly sensitive person, rejection sensitive dysphoria and trauma due to rejection in my personal life and work life. Part of this work in my life involved overcoming imposter syndrome and being confident in my skills and abilities.

I’ve been through more than most people talk about out loud, abuse, loss, heartbreak, and having to be strong long before I should’ve had to be. Life broke me down, but it also taught me how to rebuild piece by piece. I don’t do fake positivity; I believe in honesty, accountability, and slow healing. Some days you don’t need advice, you just need someone who’s been there, someone who won’t flinch at your truth. That’s me. I’m not here to fix you, I’m here to remind you that you’re not alone, and you can come back from anything.

There was a time when I had no home — no safe place to sleep, no privacy, and no idea how I was going to survive another day. Homelessness stripped me of everything I thought defined me. It left me exposed, judged, and emotionally wrecked. What most people don’t understand is that homelessness isn’t just about losing a roof over your head — it’s about the crushing weight of invisibility, the constant danger, the trauma of not knowing where you belong. For me, it came after years of abuse, addiction, and heartbreak. And it was one of the most humbling, terrifying seasons of my life. But it was also the beginning of a rebuilding I never thought possible. I clawed my way back — through recovery, healing, faith, and sheer grit. I rebuilt my life brick by brick, not just externally, but internally. Today, I carry the strength of someone who’s been at the bottom and made her way home — to herself. If you’re in that place now — or trying to heal from what you survived — I want to talk with you. I see you. I believe in your ability to rise.

I had worked with the same company for 25 years. The Owner decided to retire and close the company. Suddenly, I realized my future where I thought I would continue working until retiring was closing the doors. I had been with this company since I was in my 20s. What am I going to do? How can I restart? I have no idea. Anxiety and stress consumed me. All day I only thought about the "what's next" and "starting over". It had been years since I went to school or learned anything knew. The world was more advanced than I was and how could I catch up? I was not sleeping. I was having physical symptoms from the stress. I had been the breadwinner of my family, how can I let them down? The guilt of not continuing to promote myself through the years and the fact that I had put all my eggs in one basket was heavy. It was a heavy burden to carry around and carrying it alone wanted to make me give up. How can I reinvent myself? What if no company wants me? Financially, I was watching the money in the accounts get smaller and smaller. I didn't just want a paycheck, but a career. Ever step forward, felt like a step back. I had a good career, high up in the company and now to start over is scary, isolating, insignificant, ashamed.

I've been where you are—staring at job boards, feeling overwhelmed by endless applications, and wondering if I'm doing everything wrong. During my own career transitions, I thought job searching was just about submitting resumes and hoping for the best. I'd apply to dozens of positions online, rarely hearing back, and feeling more discouraged with each rejection or silence. The whole process felt like throwing darts in the dark. The turning point came when I realized I needed to approach job searching strategically, not desperately. Through trial and error—and yes, plenty of rejections—I discovered that finding the right opportunities isn't just about what you know, but who you know, how you present yourself, and where you actually look. I learned to leverage networking in ways that felt authentic, figured out how to make job boards work for me, and discovered the hidden job market that most people never tap into. The journey taught me that job searching is a skill set in itself—one that no one really teaches you. I went from dreading the process to feeling confident and strategic about it. Now I help others navigate their searches using the real-world tactics that actually work. If you're feeling stuck, sending applications into the void, or unsure where to start, I've been there. The good news? There's a better way, and you don't have to figure it out through trial and error like I did.

I understand the weight of credit card debt and the stress that comes with financial uncertainty. I've navigated my own journey from overwhelming debt to financial stability, and I know firsthand how isolating and anxious it can feel when the bills pile up and you're not sure where to start. Through disciplined budgeting, strategic debt payoff methods, and shifting my mindset around money, I've learned to live within my means and work steadily toward financial freedom. It wasn't always easy—there were setbacks, moments of doubt, and times when progress felt impossibly slow. But I developed practical strategies that actually work in real life, not just in theory. Now, I'm here to walk alongside you as you navigate your own financial transformation. Whether you're dealing with mounting credit card debt, struggling to stick to a budget, or simply feeling overwhelmed by where to begin, I offer judgment-free support and can help you create a realistic strategy.

I’ve had seasons where everything fell apart at the same time — relationships, finances, identity, stability. You name it. Starting over wasn’t a cute montage; it was messy, scary, and humbling. I learned how to rebuild without rushing the process or shaming myself for needing time. I help people who feel overwhelmed and want to rebuild their lives step by step — without pretending it doesn’t hurt.

Food has always been an important part of my life—and my healing. I come from a family where my grandparents grew their own food and made rustic Italian stews and salads from garden ingredients. My mom was health-conscious too, often limiting sugar and encouraging real, whole foods. But like many families, we also ate out a lot, and processed foods still made their way into my routine. In my adult life, I really took my health into my own hands, managed a juice and smoothie bar, quit drinking and had a spiritual awakening, teaching me to honor my body more, began making more vibrant meals and eating seasonally. But I also learned that eating healthy didn’t have to be expensive or complicated. Through my Certified Health & Nutrition, Food/Mood Life Coaching and years of personal practice, I’ve developed simple systems for eating well—quickly, affordably, and joyfully. These meals not only nourish the body, but help regulate emotions, support gut health, and bring us back to center.