A Journey Rooted in Connection and Healing
My path began in the nonprofit sector of community mental health, where I was a single mom striving to prevent my own burnout amidst the demands of being a trauma therapist. I realized that the environment and role of community would be pivotal to sustaining my health and well-being. This realization led me to create the world's first wellness coworking community in 2008—a space designed to support wellness entrepreneurs and small businesses like mine. This served as a wonderful opportunity to explore the possibilities for trauma-informed design, intentional community and conscious entrepreneurship. However, as the business and community grew, so did my responsibilities, and I found myself confronting my own unconscious patterns of people-pleasing, perfectionism and overwork.
As my self-awareness and mindfulness grew, I began to apply my understanding of body-based psychotherapy and trauma healing to the entrepreneurial journey. This exploration revealed a crucial insight—our capacity to excel in high-energy endeavors hinges on our commitment to practices that promote deep rest and recovery. Entrepreneurs and founders often become 'super strivers'—high performers who overcome initial hurdles by maintaining hyper-focus and independence in their pursuit of success. This notion resonated with me both personally and professionally. Delving into my own resilience and that of my clients led me to understand the profound impact that regulating and healing our nervous systems can have. This connection is vital, linking our entrepreneurial ambitions directly to our capacity for success.

The Approach
At the core of my practice is the belief that true leadership begins with self-discovery and healing. We all possess an innate capacity for transformation, and my mission is to help you tap into this potential. Through a unique integrative approach centered in body-based psychotherapy, I utilize a combination of Somatic Experiencing, Mindfulness, Internal Family Systems, and Interpersonal Neurobiology to guide my clients toward wholeness. I believe in the innate capacity for healing within each individual, and my role is to help you become more present and connected with your body, truth, wisdom, hope, and resilience - because when you thrive, your ventures do too.
I see healing as not only an individual endeavor but a collective one. By fostering supportive structures - group retreats and peer group experiences- I aim to deepen your sense of community and belonging, enabling you to thrive in both personal and professional spheres.

Championing Change in Founder Mental Health
My commitment to supporting founder mental health extends beyond my coaching and therapy practice. With a decade of advocacy for ending the stigma around mental health in the entrepreneurial space, I strive to co-create cultures of openness and acceptance. Recognized globally as an expert in this field, I’m actively involved in discussions on founder mental health, contributing valuable insights and content to renowned platforms like Founders Taboo and Founder's First.
Additionally, I serve as a coach and facilitator for organizations like Pilea and Hampton, and offer advisory expertise to Econa, the global center of excellence for entrepreneur mental wellness.

 
A lifelong learner.
I am endlessly curious about the intersection of human resilience and performance, and how these influence our work, purpose, and meaning. I believe in addressing systemic issues that impede our growth, rather than personalizing them—a message I consistently share with my clients.
Join me on this path of growth and self-actualization. By prioritizing our mental, emotional, and physical health, we can shift the narrative from "hustle and grind" to one that includes self-care and healing.