They say you’re reliable. You feel invisible.
It’s exhausting being the person who holds it all together—smiling through stress and saying yes when you’d secretly rather say no. It isn’t uncommon that you wake up at 2am drowning in worry and guilt, replaying and scrutinizing conversations, wondering if you upset someone without realizing it.
I work with women in their 30s and 40s who pride themselves on being reliable, thoughtful, and capable—but inside, they’re overwhelmed by guilt, self-doubt, and the fear of being seen as “too much” or “not enough.” They’re the ones who always show up—who say yes to the group dinner after a brutal week, take on the extra project no one else wants, and send the “no worries at all!” text even when they’re hurt inside.
You’re easygoing and accommodating—and while it’s good to be thoughtful and agreeable, it often comes at the cost of denying your own needs. Whether at work, with friends, or in your closest relationships, you feel the pressure to be likeable, even if it leaves you drained and resentful. You worry that setting boundaries will make you seem selfish or unkind and you’re torn between being who others expect you to be and the person you truly want to become.
People-pleasing isn’t your identity. It’s a pattern—and patterns can change.
Together, we’ll unlearn the messages that taught you love has to be earned and peace comes at the cost of your own needs. You’ll begin to recognize that the pressure to always be “the easy one” has come with a heavy cost: your energy, your voice, and your sense of self.
We’ll make room for your voice, your limits, your authenticity—without losing the connection, respect, or love you’ve worked so hard to protect.
People-pleasing isn’t just about being nice—it’s often a learned survival response to the fear of rejection, disconnection, or failure. In therapy, we’ll explore the beliefs and behaviors that keep you stuck in saying “yes” when you really want to say “no”—and begin practicing choices that actually reflect who you are, not just who you think you need to be.
We’ll look at how to set boundaries that feel manageable, communicate your needs without guilt, and build emotional resilience for the discomfort that comes with change. Therapy becomes your space to reflect, process tough moments, and begin showing up with honesty, clarity, and confidence.
You’ve tried being agreeable. Now let’s try being honest…Therapy that gets you unstuck—not just listened to
You may have worked with other therapists before—ones who listened well but didn’t help you move forward. That’s not what happens here.
From our very first session, I’ll ask thoughtful, targeted questions to uncover what’s really going on underneath the people-pleasing and what you most need to heal, reclaim, and pivot. Together, we’ll define clear, meaningful goals—rooted in how you want to feel, what you want to believe about yourself, and what you want more of in your life.
It’s honest work. It’s deep work. But you won’t be doing it alone.
You don’t have to keep performing connection while quietly disappearing.
If you’re ready to start honoring what you need, I’d be honored to walk with you.
Here’s how:
This Is What Gets to Be True for You
real confidence rooted in self worth
Learn to embrace your inherent value and let go of needing external validation.
boundaries that feel good (not harsh)
Discover how to set and maintain boundaries that protect your well-being and foster mutual respect in your relationships.
good bye guilt, hello self trust
Release the fear that putting yourself first means letting others down.
Crystal Clear Clarity About What You Want
Gain a clearer sense of what you truly want and need in your relationships, so you can make decisions that align with your values and goals.
Relationships That Actually Fill You Up
Create relationships—romantic or otherwise—that genuinely support and uplift you, adding to your happiness and not detracting from it.