My Story: From Surviving to Rising

I know what it’s like to feel hopeless, alone, and exhausted from the constant struggle—longing for the day when life finally feels lighter, more joyful, and worth waking up for. I’ve been in that dark place, wondering if things would ever get better.

For years, I was in a toxic, emotionally and financially abusive marriage. I lost my confidence, my spark, and my sense of self. Then came wave after wave of loss and heartbreak. My sister and my dad were diagnosed with cancer at the same time. My dad recovered—twice—but my sister passed away when we were in our early 40s. Soon after, my mother developed dementia. She eventually moved into a care home and died during the pandemic lockdown, so I couldn’t even visit her in person during her final year of life.

I was also raising two teenagers on my own—one with additional needs—without any family nearby and with their father living in another country. And when the world shut down, I was separated from my life partner (now husband) for eight long months due to the closed US-Canada border.

One trauma followed another, year after year. My lifelong struggle with depression deepened. Anxiety showed up for the first time in terrifying, physical ways. I ended up in the ER with symptoms I didn’t understand. I experienced panic attacks and what I called "despair attacks"—floods of hopelessness so overwhelming that I just wanted to disappear.

And yet… I rose.

With time, support, and courage, I began to heal. I spoke with my doctor. I started medication. I returned to therapy. I finalized my divorce. I let myself be loved back to life by my kids and my partner. I discovered I’m gifted and neurodivergent—a revelation that helped me finally understand myself in a way I never had before.

But what truly anchored my healing wasn’t just therapy or medication. It was my soul.

Reiki, intuitive guidance, and learning to trust my inner wisdom became the sacred tools that helped me navigate everything I’d been through. Energy healing allowed me to release the pain and trauma stored in my body. My intuition became a compass. And learning to trust my soul gave me strength when logic failed. These practices didn’t just help me survive—they helped me come home to myself. I remembered who I really was beneath all the hurt.

Then in 2022, a beautiful young family friend died by suicide at age 23. I hadn’t known she was struggling. The silence around mental health—and especially suicidal thoughts—devastated me. I felt called to do something. That loss became the spark that lit the fire behind my podcast, Phoenix Wisdom—a space where we speak openly about mental health, suicidal ideation, and the real, raw path to healing.

I’m living proof that no matter how many times you break, you can rise. You can find your way back to yourself. You can live a life filled with purpose, peace, and light—even after the darkest nights.

You're not alone. And you don’t have to walk this path without support.

You’re Not Alone — And You Don’t Have to Stay Stuck

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you’ve lost yourself in the chaos of life… I see you. I’ve walked through the fire and found my way back—and you can, too.

Whether you're navigating grief, burnout, trauma, or simply yearning for something more, I’m here to walk beside you. Through Reiki, intuitive guidance, and soulful support, we’ll reconnect you to your inner strength, clarity, and purpose.

Ready to rise into the next version of yourself?
Let’s begin your healing journey—together.