Coping with everyday stress that is keeping you from moving forward

Amber H.

Sometimes we cant pinpoint exactly why we are feeling down or overwhelmed, we just are. I understand this feeling all too well because I have experienced it often. I have a history with depression and anxiety and I know how important it is to talk through our everyday stressors and get an outside perspective. The little things add up overtime and become a heavy load to carry. I am here to listen and to support you. I can reassure you that you are not alone in feeling overwhelmed and I can offer suggestions and techniques that I have used to stay grounded in the moment.

Everyday stressors

Amber H.

Sometimes we can’t pinpoint exactly why we are feeling down or overwhelmed, we just are. I understand that all to well because I experience this often. Because I have a history with depression and anxiety, I know how important it is to talk through our everyday stressors and get an outsiders perspective. I am here to listen and support you through this. I can reassure you that you aren’t alone in feeling overwhelmed and I can offer suggestions and techniques I’ve used to stay grounded in the moment.

Rebuilding your life after a natural disaster

Angela V.

When a Category 5 hurricane hit Florida, I lost everything I owned. In just one day, my home, my belongings, and my sense of stability were all gone. What followed were months of uncertainty, moving through 11 different living situations before I found somewhere that felt even remotely safe again. It was disorienting and humbling. I didn’t have a roadmap, only the belief that I had made it this far in life, rising from a small town in West Virginia with no college degree to leading teams, and that I could keep going. The emotional weight of that loss lingered long after the winds died down. Over time, I rebuilt not just my home, but myself. I learned to trust the process, to find peace in instability, and to let creativity, like poetry, help me release what I was holding. Now, I create space for others to explore their own recovery after loss: whether it's through conversation or writing, I offer a judgment-free zone to unpack what it really feels like to start over.

Feeling stuck and unsure what’s next (especially when everyone else seems to have it figured out)

Christine D.

There was a time I looked around and thought, Is it just me? Everyone else seemed to be climbing the ladder, finding their calling, or at least pretending they had a 5-year plan. Meanwhile, I was drowning in a sea of doubt. I had checked off so many boxes. Got the degree, the job, the accolades, but still felt empty. The path I was on didn’t feel like mine. It felt like it was expected from me. Leaving my career in biopharmaceuticals wasn’t a snap decision. It was a slow unraveling. I stayed longer than I should’ve out of fear of failing, of disappointing people, of starting from zero. But eventually, I chose honesty over stability. I admitted to myself that I wanted a life with more meaning, not just more titles. I didn’t have it all figured out, and honestly, I still don’t. But I’ve learned how to sit with uncertainty without letting it paralyze me. I’ve started over. I’ve built new skills. I’ve redefined success on my own terms. And now, I help others do the same. If you feel like you’re stuck in a life that doesn’t reflect who you are anymore or if you're craving change but don't know where to begin you’re not alone. I’ve been there. Let’s talk about what’s holding you back, and what’s possible on the other side.

Finding clarity and purpose after stimulants, marijuana and mental health struggles

Jagan D.

Growing up, my home was filled with emotional turmoil and alcohol abuse, and from a young age, I developed a sense of helplessness. When I went to college, I finally felt free from that environment, but without the right tools, I spiraled into habits that hurt my mental health. I experimented with marijuana, psychedelics, and alcohol, using them to fill a void and distract myself from the deeper work I needed to do. Although psychedelics gave me brief glimpses of healing, I wasn’t grounded enough in sobriety to fully benefit from them. Over time, I realized I needed real clarity, not just moments of it. Staying sober these past few years has completely changed my life — my mind feels sharper, my sense of purpose is strong, and I’m now working toward my dream of becoming a neurosurgeon. Mental health and recovery are huge passions of mine, and I’d love to connect with you if you're feeling lost or stuck, because I know how hard — and how worth it — the journey can be.

Navigating major life transitions with grace

John J.

After over 30 years in the insurance world, I made the leap to start my own small agency after retirement. It was a big shift, moving from a steady paycheck to running my own business, but it has been one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made. Alongside these professional changes, my personal life has been filled with new blessings too—becoming a grandfather and watching my family grow has been a true joy. Through all these changes, I’ve leaned heavily on my passion for helping others, a value deepened by years of experience as a grief support facilitator and Stephen Minister. I've learned that real growth comes from listening deeply, staying patient, and offering yourself the same grace you would give to others. I know firsthand that transitions can feel overwhelming, but they can also open doors to new opportunities and deeper meaning. I would be honored to walk alongside anyone facing their own big changes.

Continuing with life after loss and redefining your role in your family

Larry K.

As a widowed father of four and grandfather to eleven, I’ve experienced the full spectrum of family life—raising children, watching them grow into parents themselves, and finding ways to stay connected through the inevitable changes life throws at you. After a 42-year marriage, losing my spouse was a profound loss. It taught me the importance of rediscovering who I am as an individual and redefining my role. I understand that parenting today is different from how it was when I was raising my kids. With the pressures of one income not being enough and evolving societal norms, families are facing new challenges. I’ve spent years supporting my children through their own parenting issues and offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space to navigate these shifts. I’m here to offer a listening ear, to explore possible solutions, and to help you redefine your role in both family and life. Sometimes, all it takes is a thoughtful question or perspective to shift how we view things.

Exploring self-care and coping strategies

Leslie C.

For a long time I spent many years spinning in confusion and disconnected from my true self. Doubting my abilities and second guessing what I knew was my true life path. It has been a amazing journey reconnecting to my authentic self and life purpose. I realized that life will not slow down and that I had to create the space in the mist of being everything for everyone else in my life and not fully showing up for me. There are times in our lives when we must restructure and update are values and belief systems to match where we are on our current life path. I had to ask myself the difficult questions, make the time and rediscover how I truly wanted my life to become. I found valuable tools along the way, such as meditation, journaling, holistic modalities and various other self help tools to bridge the reconnection to my higher self. These amazing tools provided the balance, connection and healthy boundries I ultimately needed to live the life I truly deserved and wanted.

Guiding personal relationships through mental health highs and lows

Mike C.

I’ve faced some heavy mental loads and for years felt like I was trying to connect with people while speaking a different emotional language. It made relationships hard—romantic ones, friendships, even basic conversations at work. I’d either shut down or go all in too fast, and that constant push-pull left me feeling isolated and misunderstood. But over time, and with support, I started to explore my needs and patterns. No two people relate the same way, and there’s no single right way to “do” relationships. Through my work as a Peer Support Specialist, I’ve helped people figure out what healthy connection looks like for them—whether that means setting better boundaries, healing from past hurt, or just figuring out how to express themselves without fear. I believe connection starts with self-understanding, and I love helping people get there. You don’t have to fit a mold to have meaningful relationships. You just need someone who gets it and walks alongside you as you figure it out.

Building back as a parent after housing instability

Nydia D.

There was a time in my life when I didn’t have a stable place to call home. I know what it’s like to feel the weight of responsibility as a parent while facing housing insecurity, financial stress, and impossible choices. At one point, I opened my own home to two other single moms, one of whom had been living in her car with her toddler. We were all working the same job, trying to save money and build something better for our kids. It wasn’t always easy. We had our disagreements, but we’d sit down, cry it out, and remind each other we were a team. For a while, we created a little village under one roof, and I’ll never forget how powerful that felt. Before that, I had to make sacrifices, including being away from my kids for days at a time so I could work and keep going. It wasn’t perfect, but it was progress. I’ve learned how to survive with limited resources, how to rebuild when others doubted me, and how to stay grounded in my purpose through it all. If you’re in a tough spot or starting over, I’d love to talk with you about what’s possible—and remind you that you’re not alone.

Finding yourself during life transitions

Peter L.

I’ve faced big life shifts — changing careers, going from single to starting a family, moving to a new city — and with each, a deep identity shift emerged, shaped by my journey through trauma healing. For a long time, I thought I had to push through these changes alone and quickly return to “normal.” But I learned transitions aren’t problems to fix; they’re experiences to be lived fully, even when messy or uncertain. By slowing down and tuning into my body and feelings, I discovered new ways to move through change with presence and grace. Now, I hold space for others navigating life’s upheavals, helping them sit with discomfort, find meaning in the unknown, and access resilience they didn’t realize they had.

Co-parenting peacefully after divorce

Philip L.

Since my divorce in 2018, I’ve been navigating the challenges of co-parenting two teenage boys. Raised by a single mom, I knew early on how important it is for children to have stable, loving support from both parents. It hasn’t always been easy. At times, emotions ran high between me and my ex-wife, but I learned that stepping away from conflict and giving space led to better, calmer resolutions. One of the most important lessons I’ve embraced is not speaking negatively about their mother, allowing my children to maintain a healthy relationship with her. Over time, I’ve built a strong foundation with my boys based on respect, patience, and emotional stability. As a certified life and relationship coach, I now help other parents find ways to navigate similar challenges and prioritize the well-being of their children. I truly believe that with patience and care, peaceful co-parenting is possible.

Managing milk allergies and the impact on parenting

Rebecca F.

Becoming a parent for the first time was a solo journey for me, especially as the first in my friend group to have children. My child was diagnosed with milk allergies, which created stress and overwhelming challenges—constant meal planning, monitoring, and dealing with the emotional toll on our family. This struggle also affected my relationship with my husband, as we both navigated the anxiety and uncertainty of what was safe for our child to eat. Over time, I learned to adjust and gained confidence. I found support in others who faced similar challenges, and now I help other parents create manageable routines for kids with food allergies, offering strategies to reduce the stress and uncertainty that come with it.

Rebuilding your life after betrayal and divorce

Sami C.

I was married for 20 years, but for at least half of that time, my partner was having affairs with people of the same sex. We went through counseling, trying to heal, but I later found out the betrayal had continued behind my back. Going through the end of that marriage while raising two kids was incredibly painful, but it also pushed me to find a strength I didn’t know I had. After a year of being single, I dated again, remarried, and eventually divorced a second time. Each experience, though heartbreaking, led me closer to understanding myself and what I truly want out of life. Today, both of my children are in college, and I’m proud of the compassionate, grounded people they are becoming. I've written a book on raising kids with empathy and now focus on helping others navigate their own transitions. If you’re facing the wreckage of a broken relationship or struggling to rediscover yourself, I would be honored to support you.

Parenting without support, handling relationship stress, and finding yourself again

Sue D.

I’m a first-generation immigrant who has spent the last 25+ years building a life, raising a child, and working full-time in the U.S.—without the family support many people take for granted. I’ve faced the challenges of parenting in a new culture, managing a difficult marriage, coping with major setbacks like job loss and accidents, and finding my way back to balance after unhealthy coping mechanisms, including alcohol. Through it all, I’ve learned how powerful patience, self-awareness, and community can be. Whether you're struggling with parenting, relationships, life transitions, or sobriety, I’m here to listen without judgment, share what helped me, and most importantly, hear your story. I truly believe we learn and grow together.

Parenting without support, handling relationship stress, and finding yourself again

Sue D.

I’m a first-generation immigrant who has spent the last 25+ years building a life, raising a child, and working full-time in the U.S.—without the family support many people take for granted. I’ve faced the challenges of parenting in a new culture, managing a difficult marriage, coping with major setbacks like job loss and accidents, and finding my way back to balance after unhealthy coping mechanisms, including alcohol. Through it all, I’ve learned how powerful patience, self-awareness, and community can be. Whether you're struggling with parenting, relationships, life transitions, or sobriety, I’m here to listen without judgment, share what helped me, and most importantly, hear your story. I truly believe we learn and grow together.