I am no stranger to stress! My background in health psychology and experience with the therapeutic process can help you achieve your goals of managing and coping with stress, in addition to regulating emotions. The mission isn't to rid our lives of stress - which is impossible - but to develop a healthy relationship with life's challenges and ourselves, and feel comfortable facing unpleasant emotions.

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 grew up surrounded by emotional chaos—parents struggling with alcoholism and depression, and a childhood full of absence, confusion, and pain. I witnessed and experienced physical, emotional, and sexual abuse, and for a long time I believed that love had to hurt. Those early wounds followed me into adulthood, shaping my relationships, my decisions, and the way I saw myself. I experienced miscarriage, divorce, and unhealthy romantic partnerships that echoed the abandonment I felt as a child. For years, I felt unlovable, constantly questioning my worth. But eventually, I chose healing. Through therapy, education, holistic work, and deep personal reflection, I began to break the cycle. I’ve now built a life rooted in healthy love, both for my children and for myself. My journey wasn’t easy, but it showed me that healing is possible, even when life is still messy. If you're feeling stuck in old patterns or questioning your worth, I want to walk beside you as you begin to reclaim your story.

Life doesn’t wait for you to catch your breath, it barrels through like a freight train, throwing deadlines, people, and chaos at you all at once. I’ve been there, drowning in the noise and pressure, feeling like my brain and body were stuck on overload. Stress isn’t some polite visitor; it’s that relentless storm you can’t switch off. I’ve learned the hard way that trying to push through only burns you out faster. Managing overwhelm means slowing down enough to notice what’s really breaking you, giving yourself permission to say “no” or “not right now,” and finding fierce but gentle ways to survive the madness. No BS, no fake cheerleading, just real talk and space for your tired soul. Come, rest, weary traveller.

I see or hear something that displeases me; there’s an immediate surge of energy in my gut. I feel like cursing or striking out. Or I feel like crying and hiding as when I was a child and anger wasn't allowed. Sometimes anger simmers unconsciously below the surface, waiting for a moment to erupt, most often at an inappropriate time bringing guilt or shame. It might translate into passive aggression, a biting comment or icy silence. Sometimes it morphs into something entirely different – anxiety or sadness or fear. Without psychoanalyzing, developing awareness of unrecognized anger can put us in control of it. Anger manifests in many ways. It often masquerades as insomnia and food disorders. Understanding how it manifests, acknowledging its presence, exploring it's origins and recognizing this consciously helps us better navigate it's various forms and respond in ways that are constructive rather than destructive. Giving help with such exploration is the work of a Warmer Expert.

Resilience, the ability to adapt and bounce back from adversity, is an essential skill in the modern world. Some people appear naturally resilient. If that's not you, the good news is you can cultivate resilience through conscious effort and intentional practices. Building resilience enables you to navigate setbacks, grow from challenges, and maintain a sense of purpose in the face of uncertainty. Growing resilience requires self-awareness, self-regulation, optimism, self-compassion and a growth mind-set to name a few. I have gone through the twists and turns that life presents: family disintegration, child-estrangement, physical challenges , job and career loss. Though it was rocky, I survived and ultimately thrived. Certain practices strengthen your ability to cope with stress and to recover from setbacks. They foster growth and adaptation. Let’s navigate your current setback(s) together. Let me be your co-pilot in discovering skills you don't yet know you have.

For a long time, I lived my life under chronic stress and in long seasons of depression. It felt like that was all life had to offer to me. It was debilitating and painful. I felt misunderstood and unlovable. It took everything I had to live day by day and many days nonexistent by being on autopilot. As I matured, I took deliberate changes in how I viewed my life and although there were many ups and downs, I am a better version of who I am today and proud of myself. That progress was incredibly difficult and lonely at times, even finally going through a mental breakdown and recovering from it. If you need someone to talk to who might understand being overwhelmed by stress and going through depression, I am here. We can talk about anything you like and living in the present moment.

I spent two years of my young adulthood in and out of psychiatric hospitals, sometimes voluntarily, sometimes not. During that time, I felt swallowed by depression, anxiety, and the aftermath of painful relationships that left me unsure if I’d ever feel free again. I was constantly cycling through crisis, often misunderstood, and sometimes silenced in the very systems that were supposed to help. Then I discovered Psychiatric Advanced Directives (PADs), and everything started to shift. I’ve used PADs to express my wishes, protect my rights, and bring my care team—my psychologist, naturopath, even legal support—into alignment. I’ve rewritten my PAD more times than I can count, especially after triggering experiences, because I’ve learned how powerful it is to state clearly what I need before a crisis hits. Creating a PAD has helped me not only stay safe but also stay connected to who I am, even in my hardest moments. Now, I want to help others do the same. If you’re navigating mental health challenges and want to build a plan that supports the practical imagination of frameworking for your own #ThisAbility, I’d love to walk you through what PADs are and how they can support your freedom, safety, and care.

During my healing journey, there were moments when words just weren’t enough. I needed something deeper—something that could express what I couldn’t say, process what I couldn’t name, and bring beauty into the parts of me that still felt broken. That’s when creativity became my medicine. Through therapeutic art and connecting with nature, I found a way to transform pain into purpose. Singing, drawing, cooking healthy meals, writing, walking in nature—all of it became a sacred release, a return to my authentic self. I discovered that you don’t need to be an artist to heal through creativity—you just need to be willing to express yourself in new ways, even if you are an artist. These practices continue to support my emotional wellbeing, reduce anxiety, and help me stay grounded. I now guide others to reconnect with their inner child, tap into their intuitive voice, and use creativity as a bridge to deep transformation.

For years, I wore a mask. To the world, I was strong, unbothered, and always smiling, but underneath, I was carrying pain, shame, and loneliness. Pretending to be okay cost me years of my life and so much energy. Taking off the mask felt terrifying. What if people rejected the real me? But slowly, I found freedom in authenticity. Joy doesn’t come from being perfect; instead, it comes from being honest. Once I let my mask down, I discovered a lighter, truer version of myself. Let me help you do the same.

I started struggling with anorexia, OCD, depression, and anxiety as a teenager, which led me to outpatient and inpatient treatment before college. Drinking entered my life around 19 or 20 and, at first, it felt like it helped ease my eating issues and anxiety. I didn’t see myself as having a problem, even when I dropped out of college after two years. Through my twenties and thirties, alcohol became a crutch I would return to, especially when life got overwhelming. Being a stay-at-home mom in a place I didn’t love, feeling isolated and stuck, made things worse. By 2016, my drinking was out of control again and my mental health was spiraling. In 2019, after a move to Florida and a month of drinking alone, I looked at myself in the mirror and realized I was done. I got sober that May and have stayed sober ever since. Art, writing, and connecting with others in recovery have helped me heal. Today, I lead a large online sobriety support group and love helping others find their way to a better life too.

There was a time when my body and mind felt like strangers to me. Living with chronic health conditions stripped me of my mental health so deeply I began to question whether I wanted to continue at all. I was far from home, an immigrant in the U.S., dealing with divorce, financial instability, and a total lack of support. Healing isn't one big moment, but several small, sacred ones: daily meditation practice rooted in Buddhism, quiet journaling sessions, tons of art, and a slow, beautiful reawakening of my inner child. Over time, I realized I didn't need to fight my reality—I needed to learn from it. Now, I help other AFAB queer folks who are curious about spirituality but feel overwhelmed by their pain or mental health. I know what it's like to feel invisible in systems not built for you. And I'm here to help you keep your peace and strength even if you're going through the middle of the storm. Let's get you grounded.

For a long time, I moved through life on autopilot – disconnected, going through the motions, unsure of what I was really feeling and being eager to push everything down with distractions. I used escapism as a way to ignore my big feelings, never sitting still enough to let them enter my waking thoughts. But these feelings never go away when you ignore them. They are always there just under the surface, waiting to come up at the worst possible moment in the worst possible way. Mine always erupted in anger and I lashed out at people closest to me. The noise in my head never quieted down until I took my first hike. In those 4hrs, I felt a peace that I had never felt before. My mind, body & spirit was renewed and I felt like a brand new person. Hiking quickly became my therapy as I did the work of coming back to myself and recognizing when I needed breaks instead of staying in GO-mode all the time. Along the way, I became someone that others turned to during their own periods of distress.

I’ve lived with bipolar type 1 for over 25 years and have navigated many dark and overwhelming moments in my life. Through therapy and developing coping skills, I’ve learned how to find balance, manage anxiety, and reconnect with myself. In this session, I bring that experience to support you in regulating your nervous system, grounding your energy, and reconnecting with self-love. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you’ll be heard, supported, and guided through practices like mindfulness, creative exercises, and reflective tools tailored to your needs. We’ll focus on helping you feel centered and emotionally clear, even when life feels heavy or overwhelming.

Sometimes, we just need to be heard. This session is a safe, non-judgmental space to vent, process emotions, and feel truly understood. As a certified mental health peer support specialist, I’ll meet you with empathy, validation, and practical tools to help you move forward. I have the type of personality where I feel much better after talking through what's bothering me. Some people can do this on their own or with journaling, but for me--processing with someone is very helpful. Book this when you want a supportive ear and gentle guidance through life’s challenges.

Relationships can be messy. I know this not just from training, but from my own life. I’ve navigated the ups and downs of dating with my own attachment wounds, struggled through communication breakdowns, and had to learn how to honor my needs while respecting someone else’s. That’s why I understand how heavy it can feel when your heart wants one thing, but your mind is full of questions and doubts. In this session, I’ll hold space for you the way I’ve needed others to hold space for me: with no judgment, just validation, compassion, and clarity. Whether you’re dealing with relationship anxiety, mismatched attachment styles, or feeling unseen in your connection, you don’t have to carry it alone. We’ll slow down, name what’s really going on, and help you leave with more peace and perspective.

Worry can be exhausting—like a voice that won’t quiet down no matter how much you try to distract yourself. I know how it feels to replay situations in your head, imagining the worst or doubting yourself over and over. I’ve been there too, and what helped me was having someone who could listen and remind me I wasn’t trapped in those thoughts. When we talk, I’ll give you space to share what’s on your mind, help you slow down, and see things a little more clearly. Together, we can make that loud worry feel a little quieter.

When I was in college, I lost a close friend to suicide during the height of the pandemic. The shock of it, combined with the loneliness of that time, hit me harder than I could have imagined. I was eventually diagnosed with major depression and felt completely stuck, questioning my own worth and purpose. Over the past five years, I’ve poured myself into healing, studying psychology, and creating self-regulation tools to move through sadness, anger, and guilt. I learned to honor my friend's memory without letting grief define me. I also worked to rebuild my confidence, leaving behind toxic relationships and embracing sobriety in 2021. Through all of this, I realized how powerful it is to have someone walk with you through healing. Now, as a life coach and mentor, I’m passionate about helping others find their footing again after loss.

There is stress, and then there is "overwhelming, I do not recognize myself, everything irritates me" stress. There came a time when I was going to therapy and learning all of the coping skills, and for some reason, I could not implement them. I finally realized that I was not safe with me and that progress was better than perfection. It took time and apologies to my loved ones and myself for me to realize that I get to choose what works for me in my times of stress, depression, and anxiety. I have enjoyed a variety of things from tapping, reiki, mindfulness, life coaching, a what works list, implementing boundaries, a nervous system reset, and much more. I would love to support you in finding out what works for you when you are triggered, tired, stressed, or feel like giving up. Together we can explore what works for YOU.

For a good part of my life, I was deeply self-critical. I learned so many different things but struggled to take action on them. I was great at coming up with ideas and absorbing frameworks, but I really struggled once it was time for the rubber to hit the road. Whether it was creative projects or choosing a career direction, I often found myself paralyzed when it was time to roll up my sleeves and do the work. What helped me move past my blocks was cultivating greater self-acceptance and a spirit of Imperfectionism - taking imperfect action. Once I did, I became unstoppable. I found my authentic voice in front of the camera and as a coach, and was able to create real change in my life by consistently taking "good enough" steps towards what I wanted. In this offering, I will teach you tools to help connect to yourself and feel more like the real "you" again.