As a therapist, one of the most common concerns I hear when discussing acceptance is: "If I accept things as they are, aren't I just giving up?" This fear makes perfect sense (and I remember it well), especially for high-achieving women who've succeeded by pushing through challenges and refusing to settle. But I've witnessed countless times in my practice: acceptance isn't about resignation - it's actually the first step toward meaningful change.

Over the past five years, I’ve had the joy of working at the intersection of career and parenthood, and it’s a space I truly love. Yet, when I share what I do with others, there’s often this moment where people pause, trying to make sense of how these two worlds—career coaching and mental health—come together. It’s almost like they see them as two separate lanes: career in one, parenthood and mental health in the other.

It’s odd, I so rarely have to describe what burnout is when I talk to other mothers. I merely mention the word, and whether they are there now or was there a decade ago I almost can hear it strike a chord within their body. That knowing look they give me that says, “I know exactly what you are talking about” and “How do I get rid of it?”

As a therapist specializing in maternal mental health, I often hear variations of the same sentiment from working moms: "I know I should try to make mom friends, but I barely have time to shower." The desire for connection is there, but between career demands, family responsibilities, and basic self-care, nurturing new friendships often falls to the bottom of an already overwhelming to-do list.

As a therapist specializing in mental health at the intersection of parenthood and career, I've witnessed firsthand the incredible psychological demands placed on individuals throughout their journey to parenthood. My background in sports psychology initially seemed worlds apart from the realm of family life. However, after becoming a parent myself, I realized that the perinatal period - from pre-pregnancy through postpartum - is filled with moments that require the same level of mental fortitude and psychological performance as any athletic endeavor.

As a therapist specializing in supporting mental health at the intersection of career and motherhood, I've seen firsthand the struggles that working moms face daily. One of the most pervasive challenges? Mom guilt. It's a topic that comes up in nearly every session, a weight that so many of us carry silently. Today, let's shed some light on this complex emotion and explore ways to navigate it with grace and self-compassion.

In today’s world, parenting feels like a balancing act between being responsive to our children’s needs and making sure they hit all the right milestones. It’s no surprise—everywhere we look, there’s a benchmark to meet, whether it's developmental milestones, school readiness checklists, or competitive extracurriculars. And with so many visible standards, it can be hard not to get caught up in tracking our kids' progress against these measures both formal and informal from our everyday conversations at the playground. We end up feeling like we’re running on a hamster wheel of achievement, measuring success by what they accomplish (or what we help them accomplish?) rather than by who they are becoming.

It can be very exciting to build a business and work for yourself, but there’s a common misconception that success is solely driven by an awesome mindset and relentless hustle & drive. While these qualities are undoubtedly important, it’s just not that simple. There are so many aspects of running your own business that involve difficult emotions, difficult conversations, and difficult actions. Often, entrepreneurs and side hustlers, especially those working alone, overlook their needs for support.

As mothers, we often find ourselves balancing an intricate web of responsibilities, emotions, and expectations. The mental load and the strain of inequity in parenting can leave us feeling disconnected from our partners, making it challenging to maintain the closeness we once cherished. If you’re struggling with these issues, you might be wondering whether you need individual therapy or couples therapy. Let’s explore both options to help you decide what might be best for you.

Therapy during the perinatal period – which includes pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, and postpartum – often carries a set of myths that can deter women from seeking the support they need. Here, I’ll debunk five common misconceptions about therapy during this critical time.

Between the demands of our jobs, the pressure to succeed, and volatility in the workforce, it’s easy to feel lost or burnt out. But what if you could gain clarity, set better boundaries, and even boost your financial wellbeing? Career support through coaching and assessment offers these benefits. Let’s explore the top five advantages of investing in your career growth through professional support.

Let's face it: life can feel like a three-ring circus sometimes. You're juggling work deadlines, family commitments, and personal goals, all while trying to keep your sanity intact. Sound familiar? If you're nodding your head.

Side hustles are more prevalent than ever. In fact, it’s not uncommon for parents I work with to have a couple in addition to their full time work. Why is this? Well, it has never been easier to start a small side business oftentimes with the hope to transition to this work full-time. 

I have a very difficult boss. Luckily not always, but when things get hard she can be really difficult.

As a therapist working with career-driven parents, I've witnessed countless conversations about sleep. Whether it's decisions about co-sleeping, sleep training, or managing bedtime routines, sleep-related choices are some of the most personal and challenging decisions parents face. What makes these decisions particularly complex is that we're often making them while profoundly sleep deprived ourselves, adding an extra layer of difficulty to an already challenging situation.

I got my first job as a gymnastics coach when I was 15 and I went on to coach in four different gyms and 4 different states between the ages of 17-23. As the years went on I worked with gymnasts who trained for more hours and higher level skills.

For some time I have been borrowing a metaphor I learned from Dr. Jenna LeJeune, a psychologist and an expert in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She’s specifically an expert in finding out what really matters to people (a.k.a, values).

We tend to neglect the importance of context on our success & failures in goal attainment. We are trained and socialized to think "If I individually approach a task or goal in the optimal way, I will succeed. And if I don't...well, that's my problem." I think the counter to that idea is if we are successful, we often don't give our context or environment the credit for our success.

I’ve been thinking about professionalism a lot recently, especially its relationship with women’s reproduction and childcare.  I was going to write about it today but then we realized our daycare for our children is closed the day after New Years for professional development of the teachers.