Do you have strong opinions about politics, or just curious about the state of the world? I have the guts to speak on it respectfully with you. I’m a Democrat-leaning independent, open to all perspectives and ready to explore the issues that matter. We can break down current events, debate ideas thoughtfully, and have honest, no-nonsense conversations without any fluff or party posturing. Whether you want to challenge your own views, understand opposing perspectives, or just talk politics meaningfully, I’ll engage fully and openly. If you’re looking for candid, intelligent, and unbiased discussion, let’s dive in together!

I’ve lived the challenges of navigating social services myself, including fighting for my daughter’s well-being through the child welfare system. These experiences have given me a firsthand understanding of the stress, confusion, and heartache families can face, and the determination it takes to advocate effectively. I’ve worked on real cases, providing guidance, support, and practical strategies to help families navigate complex systems and access the resources they need. My approach is rooted in empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental perspective — I’m here to listen, empower, and walk alongside you through even the toughest situations.

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.

I provide support for those struggling with toxic or emotionally abusive family dynamics. I understand what it’s like to feel trapped in unhealthy patterns, walking on eggshells, or being made to feel like the problem for simply setting boundaries. Through my own experiences of navigating family dysfunction and learning to protect my peace, I’ve gained deep empathy and insight into how painful and confusing these relationships can be. I offer a safe space to talk openly, sort through emotions, and find the strength to heal and move forward without guilt or shame.

I offer understanding and support for those healing from religious trauma. Growing up, I was physically forced to attend church, and if I refused, I was disciplined harshly. Those experiences taught me how damaging it can be when faith is used to control rather than uplift. Later in life, I was also targeted and judged by a religious person simply for being bisexual. These experiences have given me a deep empathy for others who’ve been shamed, silenced, or hurt under the guise of religion. I create a safe, judgment-free space where people can process their pain, reclaim their voice, and begin to heal at their own pace.

I understand the unique challenges and experiences of sex workers because I’ve lived them myself. From navigating safety, boundaries, and workplace dynamics to managing stigma and personal growth, I’ve experienced it all and come through stronger. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your experiences, share guidance, and provide support tailored to your needs. Whether you’re looking for advice, emotional support, or someone who truly understands the realities of the work, I’m here to help you feel heard, empowered, and confident in your choices.

I understand firsthand the fear, uncertainty, and isolation that comes with domestic violence. I’ve had to flee with my two children to a domestic violence shelter, face homelessness, and rebuild my life from the ground up. Through these experiences, I’ve learned resilience, strength, and practical strategies for navigating such challenging situations. I offer a safe, compassionate space to talk about your experiences, share guidance, and provide support. My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered, so you can take steps toward safety, healing, and confidence.

I know what it’s like to feel isolated, anxious, and hesitant to connect with others — living with Avoidant Personality Disorder can make even simple interactions feel overwhelming. I’ve faced these challenges myself and worked through them, learning strategies to manage fear, build confidence, and create meaningful connections. I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your experiences, explore coping strategies, and gain practical tools for navigating social and personal situations with more ease.

I understand how overwhelming social situations can feel when you’re living with social anxiety. I’ve faced these challenges myself and have learned strategies to manage fear, build confidence, and navigate interactions with more ease. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your experiences, explore coping techniques, and gain practical tools for connecting with others.

I offer addiction support that comes from a place of real experience and deep understanding. I’ve lived through addiction myself, spent time incarcerated because of it, and had to rebuild my entire life from the ground up after hitting rock bottom. I’ve been clean for over 10 years now, and I know firsthand how hard the road to recovery can be — the pain, the setbacks, and the incredible strength it takes to rise again. My support is rooted in compassion, honesty, and zero judgment — because I’ve truly been there too. Whether you’re taking your first step toward change or working to stay strong in your recovery, I’m here to listen, guide, and remind you that no matter how far you’ve fallen, it’s never too late to rebuild and find peace again. I’ve been where you are and know recovery is possible.

Heart-centered work supporting others is not light work. As someone who's spent a majority of my mature years holding space for others, I am more than familiar with burnout, compassion fatigue and sometimes just feeling a lot at once. It was tough carrying that alone, or expressing myself and being met with "why don't you find a new job?" When something is your passion and your purpose, just walking away when things get tough is not the suggestion that really lands. Sometimes we just need to be heard in our experience, and reassured of our inner strength ( after we've really had time to vent and decompress). Here is a space where you can give me the tea ( no HIPPA violations though, but I can hear the depersonalized stories), I am happy to be a gentle witness that gets it. If we'd like to discuss after-care plans or even rest in affirmations of why we do it, that's also an option, but not a requirement. It's okay to just be heard.

It has been quite a journey coming into a position of security and safety within myself as a Pansexual, predominantly masculine presenting, fluid queer person. There was a lot of self exploration, challenging against expectations and projections and non-conscious learning from the conditioning exposed to me growing up and constantly in the media. Relationships also played a role, with others and their expectations of me; and also with myself and what my connections to others reflected to me about myself as a result of how I made them feel or they made me feel. Here, we can slow down to be with all that may be playing more of a part of how we exist within spaces while growing and progressing in our masculine of center beings. Here, we do not need to be invisible, we can be curious and expressive and deconstruct what no longer aligns or serves us in our lives and within the connections we foster. And the best part, we no longer have to do that alone.

I didn't realize how much I had on my plate at first when I was hiding behind unhealthy vices like a few drinks after work, binge watching TV and eating or shopping my feelings away. It wasn't until I stopped feeding these habits that I was able to really lighten the loads of my day to day by actually learning to hold loving space for feeling emotionally or physically fatigued. Sleeping it off doesn't really sleep it off, but learning to lovingly sit with myself and offer myself or seek the additional support needed when necessary to move through difficult times has made those bumpy days way less rattling and helped shorten my turnaround time to returning to a charged battery with capacity to move forward and continue to advance in my life, no longer just barely keeping my head above water. I have a hefty tool box of self support practices I'd love to share and discover what it might help you to discover what can help you move through life's tough patches.

Once I began to know better for myself and do better, I instantly felt the shift in the connections in my life. I felt more & more alone as what I thought held us together was no longer sustainable to maintain relationships with those from my past. That loneliness stepping into my new season of growth was intense, and made it feel so tempting to return to old habits that I knew deep down no longer aligned with my life's journey. Sometimes others were even hurtful towards me emotionally and verbally as we went our separate ways, and those feelings were difficult to navigate alone. Continuing along the path I knew was right for me, that I felt deep down in my gut and could see the proof of in my surroundings as more doors began to open was affirming, and I know I made the right choice as I am attracting the community that best supports the path that I am on today.

I've been practicing Ethical Non Monogomy ( ENM), also known as Polyamory for almost 10 years now. It is not easy navigating complex relationship dynamics which include practicing honesty, exploring jealousy, transparency, and conscious consent and consideration of others all the while maintaining a healthy well being for your own wants needs and life values. It is a lot of unlearning and deconstructing of non-conscious conditioning we are seemingly by default introduced to at no choice of our own. To pave your own path with such intentionality in your connections- exploring relationships like DNA; honoring that no two connections are the same and there is no "One size fits all" or "Only one to suit the position" is a road that is okay to not be for everyone, all the time, and is worthy of being able to explore safely among open minded community that cares to hold non judgmental space and invite opportunities to explore understanding oneself more lovingly and curiously along the way.

As a black, queer, androgynous ( yet mostly masc presenting, lately) person, when I walk into a room it is not uncommon to feel and perceive others viewing me and already assuming they know enough about me without ever even speaking to me. This makes interactions, great or small, difficult and uncomfortable. At first, I used to take responsibility for these assumptions and try my best to reshape their options, putting in a lot of unnecessary effort to gain their favor or at least be seen as their equal. With lots of self reflection of my triggers from past experiences and traumas, intentional commitment to using empowering tools such as affirmations, journaling and mindfulness, I now am at a point where I may observe these shifts in the rooms, and they do not shift me. I am able to take up loving space and show my own authentic light and offer grace and compassion to others recognizing that it may not always be personal, but personal for them, which is not my responsibility.I can be me

I grew up taking pride in what others said about me, yet struggling to believe it myself to actually step into my life's purpose. Running on external sources for self worth can only last but so long before I was met with authentically and meaningfully seeing me. With mindfulness, emotional intelligence and a continuous curiosity to see and understand myself and how I feel about what I uncover, while also learning of the countless different available healing modalities that support my inner balance and harmony with others, I am now able to be a flickering light that takes pride in offering support to others from a state of overflow, no longer depleting my own energy for other's approval.With practice, grace and patience, I have reached a loving space where I move through life's ups and downs with allowance and acceptance, something I thoroughly enjoy sharing with others as we all deserve to believe in and walk in our own enoughness and worthiness. My journey continues, and so does yours

Hi, I’m Lola—a Life Coach and survivor of unhealthy relationships. I rebuilt my life by setting boundaries and practicing self-love, and now I hold a safe, non-judgmental space for others ready to heal, reclaim their voice, and find peace.

Life has taken me through many chapters: raising three young men (two of whom are neurodivergent), navigating a 20-year career as a special education teacher, surviving toxic, narcissistic relationships, and rebuilding after divorce. Along the way, I learned the importance of setting boundaries, choosing self-love, and letting go of habits that no longer served me—including a complicated relationship with alcohol. The journey hasn’t been easy, but it’s made me passionate about helping others find their voice, their peace, and their power again. Today, I live a nomadic life focused on healing, authenticity, and supporting others through their toughest seasons. I'm here to meet you exactly where you are—and to remind you that your healing is possible.

Hi, I’m Lola—a Life Coach, mom of three, and survivor of unhealthy relationships. I rebuilt my life through boundaries, self-love, and now I hold a safe, non-judgmental space for others ready to heal, reclaim their voice, and find peace.