You run off coffee until it's acceptable to drink wine.
Where the moments are precious and pure, the hidden burdens of motherhood and society's expectations leave you feeling overwhelmed, lonely, and falling behind.
With a to-do list a mile long and insufficient time in a day, you're desperate to unwind and quiet the noise in your head.
You're intrigued by the notion of experiencing motherhood without alcohol, yet the social stigma, labels, and the thought of forever feel too big.
A pattern of occasional and controlled drinking gradually evolved into a daily routine and became my primary method of coping. I was aware that my relationship with alcohol was unhealthy, yet my objective was not to quit entirely but to regain control.
Over several years, my attempts at moderation were met with resounding failure as the inevitable consequences piled up. As an adult orphan, I understood the challenges of not having parents, and I realized I was subjecting my children to a similar experience. On November 24th, 2016, I awoke burdened with profound shame and regret, marking the last such morning. As I navigated the journey of sobriety in a culture that often glorifies alcohol, I developed a solution that I wish I had access to when seeking help.
Motherhood hit me like a ton of bricks.
Morning gratitude, coffee, avo toast, barre class, tons of h2o, skincare routine, evening magnesium and journaling.
Near the water, target, starbucks, country dancing, traveling the world with my family.
Mommy juice culture, burnout, perfectionism, comparison, gossip, living out of obligation.
Strong coffee, straight talk, slow mornings, sparkling water, short emails, mocktails, charcuterie boards, being of service.
I specialize in recovery coaching designed for busy women looking to break free from alcohol and reclaim their lives. With over two decades of professional experience and seven years of continuous sobriety, I help women fed up with drinking simplify sobriety with confidence and ease.
coffee
BEACH
EARLY BIRD
JEANS
COUNTRY MUSIC
SATURDAY
MOCKTAILS
TEA
mountains
night owl
SWEATS
RAP
SUNDAY
COCKTAILS
Where I stand on the super important stuff... Agree / disagree?
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Bachelor's of Science in Psychology
Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor
Certified Recovery Coach
Certified Peer Support Counselor
alcohol freedom date:
11-24-2016
let's work together
I'm not a regular mom; I'm a sober mom, where I'm highly caffeinated, always down for a sweet treat, high- waisted everything, and have zero shame. You in?
did we just become best friends?