You Are More Than What You’ve Been Through
For the woman with a story, a message, or a next chapter stirring—I’m here to help you step into it with clarity and courage.
This could have felt like the end of my story, but instead, it was just the beginning.
In 2006, my life changed forever. My first husband was responsible for the Amish schoolhouse shooting—an unthinkable act that could have shattered any future I imagined.
I know what it’s like to sit in the rubble of your life and wonder what’s next.
I also know what it’s like to choose healing—again and again. To rebuild. To believe in joy, family, purpose, and impact after heartbreak. To prove to yourself that anything is possible and you are not the sum of your circumstances.
Those choices and realizations didn’t just change my life.
They define my mission.
Helping You Find What’s Next
I work with women who are ready for their next chapter—personally, professionally, or creatively—and want clarity, strategy, and support to move forward.
When you’re standing at a crossroads and want clarity before your next move
When you’re craving direction that feels aligned with who you are now
When you’re done waiting for perfect conditions and ready to take the next right step
This Isn’t Theory. It’s Lived.
Spoken at over 500 events
From local retreats to international stages, including a 2024 corporate leadership retreat at sea and sharing my story in Italy.
Sold 50,000+ books
I never set out to hit that number or appear on national TV, but that’s the power of storytelling and the way our experiences connect.
Earned my degree in Organizational Behavior in my 40s
While sitting next to classmates young enough to be my kids. Proof that growth has no age limit.
Hosted 100+ podcast episodes
Every week on To Help You Heal, I share truth, encouragement, and space to breathe.
Featured on national media
From Good Morning America to Katie Couric, Piers Morgan, and The 700 Club—not because I sought the spotlight, but because even in the hardest stories, hope has a voice.
My Work in Print
Sometimes healing, clarity, or courage starts with someone else’s story. If you’re looking for truth, encouragement, or a quiet nudge forward—start here.
A memoir of loss, faith, and unexpected redemption.
Truth, grace, and hope for wherever you are today.
52 weekly prompts to deepen your most important relationship.
Whether you found me through a book, a podcast episode, or just a sense that there’s something more ahead—I’m glad you’re here.
If you’re ready to take the next step, I offer two pathways designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with clarity, strategy, and purpose.
Life: For the woman craving clarity and meaningful direction.
You know something needs to shift—whether it’s in how you live, lead, or make decisions about what’s next. Through coaching, strategy sessions, and intentional space to breathe, we’ll uncover what matters most and map your path forward.
Write: For the woman who knows there's a book she needs to write
You don’t have to figure it out alone. I come alongside you—inside the process—with structure, insight, and strategy. Whether you need help clarifying your message, building momentum, or shaping your story from start to finish, I’m in it with you.
Speaking & Events
Inviting. Impactful. Unforgettable.
Whether you’re hosting a women’s event, leadership retreat, or faith-based gathering, I bring a message that blends story, strategy, and heart—creating space for clarity, connection, and lasting impact.
I’ve spoken at hundreds of events across the U.S. and internationally, including corporate conferences, weekend retreats, and church gatherings. My speaking style is engaging, heartfelt, and rooted in lived experience—whether I’m guiding a room of leaders or sitting in a circle with women craving their next chapter.
If you’re interested in booking me—or just hoping to attend something I’m part of—you’ll find speaking details and upcoming events here:
The Heart Behind It All
At the end of the day, everything I do—every event, every coaching call, every page I write—flows from the kind of life I want to build. One marked by faith, courage, and connection.
I’m a wife, a mom, a Lolli (grandma), and an adoptive parent. Our adoption story is one of the most tender, stretching, and sacred parts of my life—and I’ve shared it in the video below, not because it’s tidy, but because it’s true.
I believe the most powerful messages don’t come from having all the answers. They come from choosing to live with intention, over and over again.
If you’re curious about our adoption story—I’d love for you to watch.
But even more than that, I hope it reminds you that you can choose courage, even when the path doesn’t make sense yet.
You don’t have to settle for a life that looks fine on the outside but feels disconnected on the inside. You can create a life that feels deeply aligned—one that wakes you up, lights you up, and makes you proud to be living it.
That’s what I want for you.
And if something in this page resonates—I’d love to connect.