But my journey here took a lot of twists and turns. As a former “city girl” marrying and moving to live on a farm in the late 1990’s was a big adjustment. And when my husband had a near-fatal accident in 2014, I quickly learned how strong and resilient I was, taking care of everything on the farm, working full-time at a corporate job and part-time in other capacities, and being my husband’s advocate in the ICU when he literally couldn’t speak for himself.
The moment I was laid off, I felt both a deep fear about what would come next and an overwhelming sense of relief. It was the first time I had a “good enough” reason to step away from work that wasn’t fulfilling anymore.
For years, I had been running my own business on the side, working as a licensed massage therapist (KY license #108848, IN license #MT20901301) and certified life and health coach, supporting women who, like me, were compassionate, giving, and often stretched too thin.
My coaching practice is my passion, but I also continue to offer massage therapy for my local clients. The hands-on work I do helps create a sense of groundedness and well-being, which complements the deeper inner work we do in coaching sessions. Whether through massage or coaching, my goal is to support women in feeling empowered and connected to their true selves.
Until I was laid off, I had dreamed of working in my private practice full-time but didn’t feel like I was allowed to. It didn’t seem “safe” enough, whether financially or otherwise. So, I stayed in my job, holding myself back from doing what truly mattered to me.
When I got laid off, I had to face this huge uncertainty about what came next. A few days later, I watched Moana—and it hit me hard. I cried through the entire movie because I saw my own journey reflected in her story.
Moana had stayed “safe” for too long, just like I had, until she finally went beyond the reef into the open sea. That’s exactly how I felt when I walked out of the FedEx store and into the bright sunlight after shipping back my company’s equipment. I knew I was stepping into my own open sea, unsure of what was next.
That moment changed everything for me.
Learning to trust my own inner wisdom has been my superpower for handling life’s big changes, and I help my clients illuminate their own. Reconnecting with their powerful inner guidance empowers them to navigate their own transitions with ease.
I remember sitting on my front porch after long, tiring days at my corporate job, feeling drained and stressed out. I’d watch the sunset and listen to the birds, letting nature calm me down. Being in nature has always helped me reconnect with myself. It allows me to stop worrying about what I should be doing and instead focus on what I truly need.
Nature has always been a powerful source of healing and growth for me. Whether it was watching sunsets or simply listening to the birds, nature brought me peace.
Today, I integrate this connection into my work with clients, helping them find the same sense of calm and clarity that nature provides. It reminds us that the answers we seek are already inside us. My role is to help you tap into that wisdom, so you can confidently move forward.
I work with compassionate women who have retired or left long-held jobs and are now unsure about who they are without work, as well as those afraid to leave because they don’t know what’s next. Like I did, they’ve tied their worth to their careers or caregiving roles and now face the question: “What’s next?”
Often, they’ve spent so much time taking care of others that they’ve lost sight of their own needs. My goal is to guide them from self-neglect to self-mastery and from self-sacrifice to self-respect, helping them live their lives true to themselves.
I’m here to help you reconnect with your inner wisdom, so you can embrace this next phase of life with a sense of purpose and lightness, knowing you’re on the right path. Whether you’re feeling lost, unsure of what’s next, or overwhelmed by the thought of finding your true purpose, I’m here to walk with you through the fog and help you see the possibilities ahead. Together, we’ll clear away the doubts and illuminate the way forward, so you can move with confidence and a light heart into your next chapter.
In 2014, when my husband had a near-fatal accident (he’s fine now, thankfully), I discovered a strength and resilience I didn’t realize I had. Then, in 2017, when I was laid off after nearly 30 years in the corporate world, I found myself once again facing uncertainty, but this time I knew that hidden strength was there to guide me. Life has a way of showing us just how capable we are—even when we least expect it.
I know that you, too, have hidden strengths waiting to be uncovered, ready to guide you through whatever life throws your way.
As you reflect on your next chapter, you may be wondering what unique strengths you already have to help you along the way. My Life Transition Superpower Quiz can help you uncover those hidden strengths. Take a few moments to discover how your natural abilities can help you navigate your path forward with an open heart, a sense of wonder, and the courage to welcome new possibilities. Just click below to get started!
When I’m not guiding women through life transitions, I enjoy the quiet life on a small farm with my husband of over 25 years. We share our farm with lots of critters—dogs, cats, a horse, a goat, and some alpacas—who definitely keep life interesting!
