I remember all too well what it’s like to be a teen, consumed by overwhelming stress and anxiety. You’re constantly worried about how others perceive you, feeling like you have to do more, be better, look perfect, and perform flawlessly—because if you don’t, everything will fall apart, right? Drowning in insecurity you replay every word, every interaction, over and over in your head, constantly comparing yourself to others. It feels like everyone else has it all together—living their best life—while you’re struggling to keep your head above water, terrified of missing out. Just making it through a school day can feel exhausting—caught between pressure from your parents and teachers, worries about grades, trying to fit in, and the constant uncertainty about what the future holds. Everything feels like it’s spiraling out of control, and you think, “I can’t keep going like this.” Yet, somehow, you push through—comfortably uncomfortable—thinking maybe things will get better when you reach college, only to find even more change, more stress, and a lot more self-doubt. You start fixating: “Who am I? What’s my purpose? Why can’t I figure it out like everyone else?” It seems like everyone else has it together, while you’re left feeling lost and alone.

But even in those moments when you feel completely trapped, with no idea how to escape, there is a way forward.You’re not alone in this—what you’re feeling is real. Finding the strength to reach out for help can make all the difference.

If you’re anything like  me, you may be feeling uncertain about starting therapy, not sure you are ready or if you really need it, afraid to talk, or maybe feeling ‘forced’ into.  I want you to know: I will always meet you where you are, and take time tending to our relationship until you feel comfortable and safe.

I won’t give up on you! Change takes time, and I’m here for you every step of the way.

Having personally experienced sudden losses I intimately understand the profound impact of grief. My journey has shaped my awareness of what it truly means to feel broken and all it takes to rebuild.The deep emptiness that comes with grief, the unbearable weight and pain so intense that even the most basic tasks—breathing, thinking, or getting through the day seem insurmountable.The emotional rollercoaster, marked by sudden lows and bursts of intense feelings, can leave one fearing a breakdown desperate to feel numb just to hold it together.The unsettling disorientation about what is real and what isn’t, the fear of losing control, and the deep-seated belief that one may never recover. Overwhelming guilt, uncertainty, self-blame can be all consuming physically leaving you sick to your stomach or paralyzed, Not wanting to go on this way anymore yet so terrified of ‘moving on and forgetting’ because the pain, as excruciating as it is, feels like the only connection left to the love that was and the future that might have been. 

Whether you’ve lost someone, something important—or even part of yourself, Grief is heavy, and paving your way through can feel impossible. Healing doesn't come from ‘getting over it’; rather learning to carry it in a way that no longer causes you anguish, cultivates purpose through the pain, and restores a meaningful connection to the love you’ve lost. It may not feel like it yet, but I promise you, it is possible to rediscover a sense of normalcy and feel at peace again.

Like you- I am on this wild ride of parenting! As a mom of multiples, I know firsthand parenting is HARD!  The daily struggles and demands can feel lonely and overstimulating, leaving you depleted, frazzled, and worn down by all the expectations. The pressure to parent ‘the right way’ can be overwhelming and cause us to disconnect from what truly matters that we end up losing ourselves along the way. It’s exhausting—even at times unfulfilling—raising healthy, adjusted, resilient kids. Drawing on my years of experience as a child therapist and my knowledge of child development,I am passionate about supporting parents so you feel successful in guiding your kids. Whether you're seeking guidance to tailor your parenting style to your family’s unique needs or looking for evidence-based strategies that foster lasting change, I’m here to help you gain relief at home so your family can truly thrive!

Whether you are soon to be a mom, a seasoned veteran, somewhere in between or simply just considering joining the Never-Ending Party that is motherhood- I can help you navigate the Always-Changing Complexities. I know the best way to help your child grow is to take care of you first help you feel grounded, connected, and present through the thick of it all so you can show up confidentially as the parent you want to be. 

“I am not what happened to me. I am what I choose to become” Carl Jung

Growth is often misunderstood as a steady upward climb, but in reality, it involves facing discomfort and the unknown. It often feels like a setback, but every loss creates space for something we need. Hardships give rise to life’s greatest blessings— hope through darkness, strength in vulnerability, compassion amid suffering, love in grief, life within dying, and support during caregiving. When you're unsure whether you're progressing or unraveling remember: growth requires letting go of what no longer serves you, creating space for change. With courage, you can release old patterns, doubts, limiting beliefs, and surrender fears. Even in the hardest moments, you have the power to transform challenges into something meaningful and emerge stronger than imagined.

Hard things are put in our way not to stop us but to call out our courage and strength - and courage starts with just showing up!