Ever feel like you’re running on a hamster wheel? You know, that sensation where you’re constantly moving but never actually getting anywhere? That’s what happens when we rely on mental quick fixes instead of truly resolving our issues. The Coping Carousel Let’s be honest – we live in a world obsessed with quick fixes. Feeling […]
A reflection on the deeper mechanics of personal transformation There’s a moment in a person’s journey of self discovery when they realize that knowing what’s right and actually doing what’s right are two entirely different things. You might have experienced this yourself—perhaps you’ve read countless self-help books, attended workshops, or even developed what seemed like […]
I am passionate about resolving my client’s issues, not just helping them to cope with triggers, or to simply manage their addiction or depression. This kind of approach, like many mindfulness and traditional talk therapy techniques, as well as medication, is incomplete, temporary, and a crutch. They do not fix the problem or inspire success. They simply mask the […]
Sometimes, what you’re carrying isn’t even yours.Invisible loyalties are unconscious bonds we form with family members, often from past generations, out of love, guilt, or survival. Without realizing it, you may repeat a parent’s suffering, block your own abundance, or stay in relationships that mirror ancestral pain. These loyalties are not logical — they’re soul-level […]
Planning For Success: Helping Student Athletes Transition to College Entering college is an exciting time in a student’s life. It is an opportunity to strengthen independence, develop new friendships, and build skills and knowledge. College often invites a great deal of change, which can be both appealing and nerve-wracking to many students. Starting something unfamiliar […]
In a world that often feels overwhelming, isolating, and judgmental, finding a safe space to be seen, heard, and understood can feel impossible. That’s why I created A Safe Haven Wellness—a judgment-free space where healing begins with honesty and courage. Based in Benson, North Carolina, our mission is simple: to help people move from survival […]
WHATS THE STORY WITH MEMORY Memory tips that can improve my listening skills are, but not limited to, transferring important information from short –term-memory to long-term-memory. My favorite way to do this is to write things down. I keep a note pad handy to write down important information. The simple act of writing transfers from […]
For a long time, I wore the therapist mask well.I held space, tracked patterns, responded with wisdom, and kept going—even when I was bone-tired inside.Clients praised my calm presence. Colleagues called me strong. I nodded, smiled, and delivered. And yet, quietly…I was burning out. But not in the way you’d expect. There were no missed […]
There are times in life when we don’t even realize how far we’ve wandered — from our center, our truth, our peace. Life becomes busy. We fall into patterns. We seek approval, chase productivity, and before we know it, we’re moving through our days on autopilot, feeling disconnected, unsure why things feel off. When I […]
You may have been called “too sensitive” or “too much” growing up. Partners, friends, family or colleagues may have made you feel like your deep feelings were a burden for them. The reality is that you are simply wired to feel life deeply. The world around you can often be an overwhelming experience! There are […]
