The Story So Far

A bit about me—who I am, what I offer, and why I do it.

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The short version?

Our family walked through a lot of trauma over a lot of years.
And somehow, we’re still here—thriving, honest, and aligned in ways I never imagined possible.

In 1998, our daughter Hadley was born without part of her brain. She had severe needs that required full-time care—and for twelve years, I was her C.N.A., momma, and fierce advocate.

Shortly before she died unexpectedly, our son Holden came out gay in our *then* very conservative family. 

Several years later, Holden was addicted to drugs and alcohol.
Our marriage went in the shitter from all the stress.
And I began to find out more about my own childhood story of trauma.

Meanwhile, our youngest daughter Averi was hanging on for the ride. 

In 2015, we found a place called Onsite, outside of Nashville, TN.
One by one, we each started to get well.

And as we came up for air, we realized we needed a reboot. A total overhaul. 

So we sold everything.
Our house. Our clothes. Our dishes, towels, silverware—literally, all of it.

We needed space to rebuild a life that felt light, peaceful, and aligned.
So we built a new home—one filled with joy, honesty, and ease.

In that rebuild season, I tried on a few jobs for size.

I worked at Lululemon.
Tried a front desk job at an urgent care clinic.
Even drove Uber—for five whole rides! 😄

Eventually, I returned to Onsite—this time for a training.

It was there I felt the nudge: Maybe I’m supposed to help others find their way forward, too.

I figured I probably wasn’t the only person who had come from fetal position on the bathroom floor to living a life that I consider to be thriving. 

So, in August 2019, I started coaching. 

I don’t totally love the title “Transformational Life Coach” (it feels a little overused), but it’s what my clients say I do.

I help people move forward—gently, practically, and powerfully.

Through micro-practices, brain-balancing, and coaching with heart, I walk with people as they rediscover who they really are and build a life they actually want to live.

And today?

Our marriage is in the most honest and raw place it’s been in - in over 30 years.
Holden is over 10 years sober and thriving.
Averi is building a beautiful life.
And I wake up grateful to do the work I do.

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Looking at the story of my life, I believe this:
We’re not meant to get “over” it - and - we can get through it.

And we can live a really beautiful, full, meaningful life on the other side.

If you’re here—reading this—I believe that’s possible for you, too.

If you’re ready to take the next step toward the life you want to live, I’d be honored to link arms with you. You can explore ways to work together here, or you can reach out to schedule a free discovery call with me here.