hi! i am so glad you are here.

Let me introduce myself.

I AM… Wildly empathetic. A mother to two totally different but equally brilliant and fun young little ladies. The wife to an incredible partner. A self-proclaimed social policy wonk. A non-fiction enthusiast. An alumna of Queen’s University and the London School of Economics and Political Science. A mental health champion. An Advocate at heart.

quick facts about me.

I WILL… Choose tea over coffee every time (I blame my British ancestry). Always be at least a decade behind in pop culture. Opt for elastic waistbands over buttons whenever possible. Always be working to be a better 2SLGBTQ+ ally. Choose music from the early 2000s over anything from today, except Taylor Swift. She transcends time.

the credentials.

Associated Certified Coach credential from the International Coaching Federation. Accredited Trauma-Informed Practice. Mental Health First Aid. Bachelor of Arts from Queen’s University. Master of Science in Population Health from the London School of Economics and Political Science.

Life is a funny thing…

I often think back to when I was a kid and people asked me what I wanted to be when I grew up. Teacher. Mechanic. Lawyer. Teacher again. HIV/AIDS Activist - that probably stuck around the longest. Grief and Leadership Coach or End-of-Life planner was somehow never on the list.

In 2007, my world was forever changed when my best friend, Emma died. Grief became a constant, unwelcome companion, taking me down a long, isolating road. For years, I tried to outrun my pain, pretending to be "okay" even as I felt like I was dying inside. Along the way, I lost myself and almost lost the people that mattered most to me.

But I got a second chance.

In 2021, I hit my breaking point. Burnout forced me to finally surrender to my grief. It was the wake-up call I needed to focus on healing my heart and rediscovering who I truly am. This journey of self-reflection and renewal has been the greatest gift. Along this winding path, there were people who profoundly shaped my understanding of end-of-life and what it means to plan for it. Their words and experiences have left an indelible mark, crystallizing my calling to guide others through these vital conversations..

Now I want to help others on their journey.

I have learned so much since Emma died. Now, I'm committed to using my leadership skills and hard-earned wisdom to help others navigate grief, find purpose, and plan for the end-of-life with intention and grace. It's the work I know would make Emma proud - creating a legacy of compassion, empowerment, and hope.