I have journeyed through many dark times in my life. Growing up in an abusive household with no boundaries, and later experiencing losses with no words or understanding to give to my experience, lead me to discover maladaptive coping tools including an eating disorder and substance use. These vises kept me feeling safe and protected for many years. Until I realized that I wanted more, I deserved more, and, yes, there was support to help me through. I didn’t have to walk it alone. A quote that very much resonated with me during those challenging times, “And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom”. I bring my whole self to every client, my own lived experience, compassion and understanding, deep presence, support, accountability, insight, reassurance, along with all of the tools I have adopted to create a more fulfilling life.