Meet Amanda
I’m so glad you’re here.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a seeker, with a deep and unwavering curiosity, innate desire for knowledge, and unquenchable thirst for understanding myself, others, and the world around me. Throughout my life, whenever I've experienced a deep sense of dissatisfaction, I've instinctively believed that there must be a greater purpose or something more meaningful awaiting me. My guess is that you feel the same way.
Don’t get me wrong—it hasn’t always been easy. I’ve also received a ton of support and guidance along the way. But I’ve constantly sought to align my actions and values with my evolving understanding of myself.
Brené Brown (who also happens to be my biggest role model), summarized my journey better than I even could when she wrote, “In a world where perfectionism, pleasing, and proving are used as armor to protect our egos and our feelings, it takes a lot of courage to show up and be all in when we can't control the outcome.”
Would you consider your self any (or all) of the following?
A high-achieving perfectionist; you set ambitious goals, work (or overwork) diligently toward them, and tend to achieve success. Despite this, you still feel unfulfilled, burnt out, and unsure of what will bring you deep and true satisfaction.
A chronic helper, with a compulsion to people please; you have a strong desire to be of assistance, and you constantly prioritize the needs and desires of those around you, often at the expense of your own well-being.
A control freak pretending to be the “chill girl”; though you may appear easy going and relaxed, you have a strong need for control. You gravitate toward habits that help you loosen up and numb out when you’re left to your own devices.
A “doer” who struggles to just “be”; you’re constantly on the go, but what you really want is to be able to let go, soften, and live in the present moment.
Even though I was doing it all and doing it well, I wanted more.
While I appeared to be the girl who “had it all together,” in reality, I spent a majority of high school, college, and my early 20’s completely dissatisfied with who I was and what my personal and professional lives looked like, though I’d never let anyone know it (after all, other people relied on me, and I couldn’t possibly burden them with my own struggles). Eventually, having it all together took a significant toll on my mental health. The illusion would quickly disappear when I was home alone and found myself trying to escape myself in any way I could—watching Netflix, binging on food, or anything else that would allow me to tune out, as my brain was an extremely loud place for a very long time.
When I finally took a job after graduate school that left me completely miserable, dreading showing up for work every day, and as deep in my eating disorder as I had ever been, I knew enough was enough. It took several years and a lot of help to heal my relationship with food, body image, self-esteem, and success. It was a transformative journey that led me to question the societal norms and expectations that had governed my life for so long. I challenged the assumption that my worth as a woman lied in my ability to be there for others, look perfect, and “do it all, and do it well,” and I let myself be vulnerable, messy, and imperfect for the first time in my life.
I learned to redefine success for myself and ditched the constant comparison and never-ending pursuit of more. In the midst of a fast-paced and achievement-driven world, I made a conscious decision to slow down, tune in, and actually listen to my body. I recognized that my well-being was not solely determined by external accomplishments or the number of items I could check off my to-do list. It was about nurturing a deep sense of inner balance, contentment, and fulfillment.
I reevaluated my priorities and identified the activities, relationships, and practices that brought me joy, peace, and a sense of purpose. Instead of chasing after the next promotion or material possession, I began to prioritize self-care and self-compassion as essential pillars of my well-being. I began to care for my well-being in ways that actually felt sustainable. I created space for solitude and reflection, engaging in practices like meditation and journaling that helped me connect with my inner self. I prioritized nurturing relationships with loved ones, investing time and energy into meaningful connections that brought me genuine joy and support.
This space allowed me to tap into my intuition and inner wisdom, which guided the next steps in my career journey. I realized I wanted a bigger, bolder career that allowed me to fully live into my potential while also making more money and having work-life balance and time to care for my well-being. I learned everything there was to know about making a career pivot and began working smarter, not harder, eventually landing a job in an entirely new industry—a corporate wellness startup. Two years later, I’m a Director of Content, leading a small team, making double my old salary, enjoying my unlimited paid-time-off, and absolutely loving what I do and who I do it with. This also created the space for me to launch my own career coaching business to give back and support women making similar transitions.
Through this process of redefining success and well-being, I discovered a newfound sense of liberation and fulfillment. I learned to appreciate the journey rather than fixating solely on the destination. I understood that success is not a fixed endpoint, but a dynamic and personal pursuit that evolves as we grow and change. Now, as a career coach, I share my story and the lessons I have learned with others, empowering them to redefine success and well-being for themselves. I encourage my clients to tune into their own needs, desires, and values, and to let go of societal pressures and expectations. Together, we explore what brings them true fulfillment and design personalized paths towards a life that aligns with their authentic selves. It is my passion to help others discover their own definitions of success and well-being, and to guide them towards a life of purpose, joy, and balance.
As a coach, I draw on my clinical training and social work background + my health and wellness coaching experience to deliver a comprehensive, individualized and holistic service for my clients. With over 10+ years experience in the health and wellness industry, I’m well-versed in best practices for fostering total well-being—personally and professionally. As Director of Content, I love bringing my writing skills to the table, helping clients re-work resumes, editing copy for their business website, honing their communication skills in interview processes, and more. I’m a hands-on coach who loves to bring mind-body work into sessions, from grounding exercises and visualizations to integrating thoughts, emotions, and sensations for a full body experience. My goal is to help you level up in all areas of your life. If you think we’d be a fit for working together, don’t hesitate to reach out.
This is my story.
From healing my relationship with food and body after ten years of disordered eating; to mustering up the courage to quit a job that made me miserable after only two months; to taking the leap of faith to pursue a brand new career in the startup world; to finding my dream partner after 26+ years of being single; her words have carried me through life’s scariest and most uncertain moments.
I know what it’s like to feel stuck and completely unsure of what’s next, and to lean into courage, embrace vulnerability, and trust myself to take the next best step anyways. Today, I have a personal and professional life I absolutely love, and I’m on a mission to help others do the same. It’s a joy for me to work with women as they learn to walk confidently in their authenticity, trust their intuition, and find total alignment in their relationships, career, wellness, and more.
