the full(er)

story

Before motherhood, I worked as a psychotherapist in private practice. I loved helping people untangle their stress, reconnect with themselves, and find practical ways to feel more balanced.

But then real life hit me hard: becoming a mom of 2 during the pandemic, navigating sleep deprivation, social isolation, trying to do everything “right,” and feeling like I was failing anyway.

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Slowly but surely, I realized mental health support for moms has to look different.

It has to be flexible, compassionate, and realistic.

No long to-do lists, no “perfect morning routines,” no guilt trips.

Just grounded tools, real conversations, and a reminder that you don’t have to do this alone.

Messy Bun Mental Balance was born out of that belief. This is a space for women and caregivers who want to:

  • feel less burned out and more grounded in everyday life

  • reconnect with the parts of themselves that got lost in the chaos, or integrate newly formed parts

  • finally feel seen, supported, and inspired in community

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I started this space because I know what it feels like to have your hands (and heart) completely full.

Now, as a mom of three young kids, I’ve lived the overwhelm, the forgotten coffee cups in the microwave, the constant mental juggling act.

There were seasons where I wondered if I’d ever feel like “myself” again (or if that version of me even existed anymore)

I don’t show up here as a polished expert with all the answers. I show up as a real human. Someone who knows the science and the struggle, who has sat on both sides of the couch, and who believes balance isn’t about perfection, it’s about giving yourself room to breathe.

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If you’ve been craving a safe, relatable space to grow and reconnect with yourself, I’d love to welcome you into this community. Messy buns, tired eyes, imperfect days. All of it is welcome here.

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