"Acceptance is an act of rebellion."
- Jordan DevineÂ
My journey has never been conventional, and I wouldn't have it any other way...
I grew up in Southern California and earned my Psychology degree from San Diego State University. What followed was a series of pivots that taught me everything about resilience and authenticity. I moved across the country twice (first to Iowa, then to Colorado), tried multiple career paths in social services, and even planned to pursue a Master's in Social Work before life had other plans.
The turning point came early on when I was working as a Service Coordinator for older adults in HUD housing. I discovered that people just need to be heard, and I became that listening ear. It was one of my most fulfilling professional experiences and showed me the power of truly connecting with others.
But like many in social services, I burned out. After a brief return to corporate life that left me feeling uninspired, I finally pursued what had been calling to me for years: life coaching. I'd been working with my own coach for years and had already completed my certification, but it took time to trust myself enough to make it my full-time focus.
Now I help clients stop doubting themselves, figure out what genuinely makes them happy, and take action toward building lives they're excited to wake up to.
Outside of work, I'm a psychology nerd who loves travel (six countries and counting) and somehow manages to be both highly organized and spontaneous. I value deep connections and believe in saying yes to new experiences, even especially when they're outside my comfort zone.
What I've learned through my own winding path is that fulfillment comes from aligning your choices with your true values, not from following someone else's blueprint. That alignment looks different for everyone, and it's exactly what I help my clients discover.
Coaching Specialties
Based on my personal experience and values, my coaching style tends to center around these 3 areas...
Emotional Empowerment
It takes strength and vulnerability to embrace emotional experiences without shame or judgement. Emotions add value, contribute to personal growth and self-awareness, and allow us to experience the full spectrum and depth of this beautiful life. Seeing emotions as a vital part of the human experience offers insights and opportunities for deeper connection with ourselves and others.
Acceptance
Acceptance is both an act of letting go and grounding yourself in your authentic self, needs, passions, and desires. It’s about embracing your truest self and the uncontrollable experiences life presents. In a demanding and pressure-filled world, acceptance becomes an act of rebellion, a declaration of inner strength and peace.
Personal Fulfillment
Personal fulfillment is about living a life that is uniquely meaningful to you as an individual. It’s about making choices that are aligned with your individual needs, desires, and passions, rather than following societal expectations. True fulfillment comes from embracing who you are at your core and building your dream life based on what matters most to you.
You Don't Have to Navigate This Journey Alone
Does living authentically while navigating life's pressures feel overwhelming? You don't have to figure it out alone. Your journey toward emotional empowerment, self-acceptance, and personal fulfillment is uniquely yours, and you deserve support along the way.
If these areas resonate with you and you're ready to invest in your personal growth, let's explore how coaching can help. Schedule a free introductory call below to discuss your specific needs and see if we're a good fit for creating lasting change in your life.