Having children, I was unprepared for the flood of emotions that I would experience - in particular, the anger.  People who know me would most likely describe me as easygoing, quiet, shy, and introspective.  I don’t think I ever yelled or even raised my voice until I had children.  It was a complete shock to me how out of control I could feel when confronted with such tiny people.

What I didn’t realize at the time was how my past and present stressors were showing up in how I parented my children.  And it was having its toll on my family.  All of us were struggling.

So, seven years ago, I quit my super stressful job to focus on my family’s mental and physical health - to find answers and healing strategies for myself, my family, and my patients.  As a stress and resilience researcher, pediatrician, and integrative medicine specialist, I have found strategies and interventions that keep me regulated and more present for my kids (and husband!) and heal my internal wounds.  And the result - we are all more mentally and physically healthy.  We treat each other with respect and empathy and thoroughly enjoy being around each other.

Have you also been surprised by your emotional response to parenting?

Have you ever felt like your unresolved childhood wounds were sneaking into your parenting?

Did you have a rough relationship with one or both of your parents and are worried you are doing the same thing to your child? ​

​Would you like better intimacy, to feel closer to your child? ​

If so, I am here with you and want to reach out and give you a big supportive hug.  Let’s journey together toward deeper love, connection, and healing in every moment we share with our children.