Trauma manifests itself in a painful rainbow of ways, each completely unique in behavior and circumstance yet uncannily similar in depth and emotion. Sometimes, we might recognize our traumatic experience for what it is, and the effects may feel identifiable and manageable. An abusive relationship we have ended or a traumatic encounter that we have put behind us may feel like its been dealt with. Sometimes though, we may fail to understand the depth of our trauma, and we can unknowingly become trapped in harmful cycles that bring us further and further into a pain and sadness we don’t fully recognize or understand. We may initially think it’s just the result of a bad day at work or a particularly lousy series of events, but as we continue spiraling with increased intensity and frequency, we may begin to question ourselves. Is anger, sadness, and exhaustion just who you are now? As we toil with issues of self-doubt and self-worth, we may overlook the real root of the problem, which is not actually our character, but our trauma. Even when we do acknowledge the struggles we’ve been through, we might not have the support, the capacity, the tools, or the resources to fully meet our needs or to realize how deeply we have been impacted and how much healing there is to do. Through my private practice, I can offer you a safe space to heal, grow, and rediscover your inner peace.

When the hard things in life start to drown out the best parts, it can feel impossible to seek help. When we lose a job or a marriage falls apart, the unexpected upheaval can be debilitating and it can be hard to ask for the support we need, especially from the people around us who are unable to relate to what we’re going through. On the other hand, we might choose to change careers or decide to move to a new place, in which case we feel responsible for our circumstances and maybe even in control of the situation, but the decision and the process of transitioning can quickly become unexpectedly overwhelming or altogether devastating. We may toil with ‘right’ decisions and ‘wrong’ decisions that send us spiraling into unhealthy thought and behavioral patterns. Just because we think we know “what to expect,” doesn’t mean that the mounting struggle won’t sneak up on us and give us more than we bargained for.

If you are struggling with unexpected, unplanned, or unwanted change, I can offer you a safe and supportive space to help you explore your feelings so you can foster a new sense of understanding that will allow you to establish healthy coping mechanisms and move forward with a greater sense of ease and peace.

To create life is a gift that is often singularly tied to the essence of our womanhood. But for some of us, it is a path we will actively not choose, yet the mere decision-making process can be a source of strife in our lives, in our relationships, in our families. For those who do feel called to motherhood, the ability to conceive may allude us and the essence of our being will be thrust into question. Others, mothers-to-be, may face unexpected challenges during pregnancy, whether physical, mental, or emotional, and we will be left feeling helpless and afraid for what is to come. Even new mothers who were once filled with excitement, or perhaps always struggling with an inner turmoil, might find themselves unexpectedly reeling from deep pangs of sadness, confusion, frustration, and emptiness despite the blessing of a new life. In fact, even in the midst of motherhood, we may toil with failures, doubts, and all-consuming worry in which feel completely and utterly powerless. No matter which part of the journey you currently find yourself in, if you are struggling, I can help you find comfort, hope, and a renewed sense of understanding. As both a mom and a professional, I am here to help you find your way.