For nearly 13 years, I was overlooked for promotions, watching newer hires advance while I felt trapped and invisible. This stagnation, exacerbated by the daily grind of a soul-crushing job with no prospects for advancement, led to a deep clinical depression. Ignoring my intuition that I was meant to do something more significant was the major cause of the depression, which lasted 7 years. I sought help from a great therapist and a psychiatrist who supported me as I climbed out of the abyss and learned to challenge my inner narrative, create positive corrective experiences, and transform my perception of myself.

I became so numb to life that I hadn't realized my ambition and motivation were completely missing until they suddenly returned. I remembered my true calling of helping others. I received a 2-year certificate in Addiction and Recovery Counseling from City College of San Francisco and completed a 1-year clinical internship at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation's Stonewall Project counseling gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals and groups, using a trauma-informed approach. With this renewed confidence, I transitioned into coaching.

Growing up gay in Texas, I often felt safer and empowered among women, especially when exploring and developing my own spirituality. It is because of this that I have always aimed to create a safe space and empower others, especially women. Guided by empathy and compassion, my mission is to celebrate professional women to navigate their transformative journeys and fully embrace their potential, fostering an environment of support and understanding.