Like with any journey, we may set off thinking we know where we want to go, and while that may very well be the destination you end up at along the way, we may also encounter unexpected matters which, when faced and explored in the spirit of curiosity, can sometimes be the greatest gifts of the journey. Together, in the safe and sacred container of the therapy room, we hold a mindset of constant curiosity for all we encounter together ­ – the expected and unexpected ­- and a willingness to return to this exploration week after week to deepen and enrich our work together.

It’s important to note that, on this journey, I am not the expert of you. As a client, you are the expert of you; as the therapist, I’m the expert in helping you get more in touch with you and, yes, in helping you develop the awareness and tools you may need along the way. But make no mistake­ no one, not I or anyone else­ is as much of an expert on you as you are.

The therapeutic part of therapy happens in the relationship between client and therapist as we embark together along this journey. I believe this is so because our patterns, beliefs, and conditioning are put down early in relationship and it is only through relationship that these patterns and wounds can be illuminated and then (within the context of a reparative relationship) be healed and transformed, a process which resultingly leads to an increased sense of aliveness and wholeness.

The journey of therapy is absolutely about gaining new awareness and a­ha’s about your life. It’s also about cultivating tools, skills, and new behaviors that you can employ in the therapy room and beyond. But most importantly, I believe, therapy is the chance to develop a profoundly special and unique type of relationship that can help you experience yourself and your life in a different and deeply transformative way, the effects of which may last for the rest of your life.

If you recognize yourself in what I’ve shared – if you’re that high-achieving woman who looks polished on the outside but feels shaky within – I’d love to support you in building true inner steadiness. Here’s how we can work together:

Take my free quiz to understand your inner foundation. In just 10 minutes, you’ll gain clarity on where you need support plus receive a personalized resource guide to help strengthen your psychological groundwork. 

Ready for trauma-informed therapy? If you’re in California or Florida, my boutique therapy center, Evergreen Counseling, is here for you. Book a free consultation with our Clinical Intake Director who will thoughtfully match you with the best therapist for your needs (possibly even me!).

Living elsewhere? My executive coaching services are available virtually worldwide, designed specifically for ambitious women healing from relational trauma while maintaining their drive. Learn more.

Want structured guidance? Join the waitlist for Fixing the Foundations, my signature course launching 2025. Using a neuroscience-based approach, I’ll guide you through healing relational trauma and building sustainable inner strength.

Here’s to healing relational trauma and creating thriving lives on solid foundations.

Warmly,

Annie