For some women and teen girls, the roots of their pain can start in childhood—whether from subtle emotional neglect, feeling responsible for others’ emotions, constantly feeling that you have to earn love and approval, or moments of physical, emotional or sexual abuse.

You might be carrying grief from sudden loss or feeling trapped in relationships that mirror past pain. These experiences can leave you feeling hopeless, unsure why everyday triggers bring such big waves of fear or sadness.

Maybe you have not experienced a specific traumatic event, but you find yourself lying awake at night replaying conversations, worrying about mistakes, thinking about everything left undone, or feeling overwhelmed by the weight of daily life. You may be your own harshest critic, constantly second-guessing yourself, struggling with self-doubt, or feeling like nothing you do is ever enough.

You may also notice an unhealthy relationship with food, your body, yourself, or others. Perhaps you turn to food for comfort, feel guilt around eating, struggle with body image, have difficulty setting boundaries, or find yourself prioritizing everyone else's needs while neglecting your own. Over time, these patterns can leave you feeling disconnected, emotionally exhausted, numb, anxious, or unsure of who you truly are. These experiences can take a significant toll on your daily life, making it difficult to feel present, confident, and connected to yourself.

I have been there, the sleepless nights, the putting your needs last, not feeling worthy or enough, guilty for saying “no” and wonder how to treat yourself with the same compassion you offer others.

You can heal.

I have seen many women and teen girls go through treatment and it is a beautiful transformation.

Watching them rediscover their voice, confidence, and sense of self is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.

Areas of focus may include:

• Trauma and family-of-origin healing
• Anxiety and chronic worry
• Depression
• Self-esteem and self-worth
• Body image concerns
• Emotional regulation skills
• Boundary setting
• Assertive communication
• Relationship patterns and people-pleasing
• Grief and loss