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.

Life has thrown me more than my fair share of obstacles! Illness from childhood. Broken home. GenX childhood- so I basically raised myself AND my younger brother. Teen pregnancy... so married at 17. Abusive home, eventually into a single parent home. Latchkey kid. Yet.... I am still married, yes, to the same man, over 35 years later. We raised 3 kids into adulthood to be independent, and all college educated. I owned my own business and then ran a multi-level beauty company that I grew over 10 fold in 10 years, eventually having to leave due to my declining health, but I was very successful at what I did. I found successes and happiness in spite of a lot life has thrown at me. Resilience, creativity, resourcefulness, and the ability to get up and dust myself off to keep going even when I feel awful... all things I value, but I also value kindness, honesty, caring and friendship even more.

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 know what it feels like to be in limbo where life feels flimsy, unstable, and nothing seems to stick. I’ve been there, caught between who I was and who I was becoming, unsure if I’d ever feel grounded again. What I discovered is that this in-between space holds power: it’s where the old identities dissolve so the authentic self can emerge. My own journey of rediscovery taught me how to strip away roles, expectations, and masks until I could see myself clearly again. Now, I help others navigate this messy, uncertain middle ground, which is finding clarity, strength, and a sense of self that they can finally trust.

After many years of hardship and struggle I could barely recognize myself and so much had changed. I had to grieve the person I was and come to acceptance with the unique beauty in the new version of myself. After emerging from the swamp of depression of anxiety, I discovered that I was not entirely gone and that my core values I still held even if they looked different. Reconnecting with those, while also embracing & adapting to change and being radically accepting of the person I now was, allowed me to rebuild trust in myself and move forward with my life. I believe that you can do this too and want to help be by your side.

I’ve played many roles in my life—student, employee, freelancer, entrepreneur—but those roles don’t define who I am. What truly defines me are my values, passions, interests, hobbies, personality, and so much more. The same is true for you. My goal is to help you find, discover, or rediscover what makes you uniquely you. Together, we’ll explore your strengths, uncover your passions, and clarify what matters most. We’ll look beyond what you’ve done or the labels you carry and focus on who you are at your core. Whether it’s reconnecting with your purpose, uncovering what brings you joy, or designing a life aligned with your values, this journey is about self-discovery, empowerment, and confidence. You’ll leave feeling inspired, equipped with practical tools, and ready to create a life that feels authentically yours. Life isn’t just about the roles you’ve played—it’s about discovering the heart of who you truly are, and I’m here to help you uncover it.