As a quiet and observant kid, I was acutely aware of the contrast between seemingly well-adjusted, easeful adults and those around me who struggled. I wondered how some could appear so comfortable in such an unpredictable and challenging world. Many years later, I realized that well-being is something we are taught– ideally, as babies co-regulating with caregivers, but if not, by mentors and teachers who show us how to be with ourselves as we are and still be okay. 

Without learning these foundational skills, I sought external sources to regulate my emotions– temporary relief that never truly filled the emptiness I felt inside. I knew there was more to life than I had access to, but I didn’t know how to reach it. Committing to my healing through psychotherapy was a turning point in my story. As I developed mindfulness, emotional and nervous system regulation, and psychological flexibility, I experienced profound and lasting shifts. I became more connected to myself, my relationships deepened, and my sense of purpose became clearer. The transformation was so meaningful that it ignited my passion for helping others cultivate well-being in their own lives.