My Philosophy

The world is out of control.

Let’s be honest. We often have little control of the setbacks we deal with in life.

Yes. Sometimes, they result from the bad choices we make. But often, we play the hand of cards we draw, never knowing their outcome day-to-day – until the outcome is negative.

That’s precisely when most people start feeling like “failures.”

What sets some people apart is resilience.

Resilient people don’t immediately conclude that they’re failures or flawed, and they look to learn from the opportunities and improve.

In fact, resilient people often view failure as just another step toward success. Non-resilient people focus too much on the past.

Resilient people understand they need to focus on their future goals and don’t wallow in the past.

What does resilience look like?

It isn’t enough to just accept failures; you must learn and change from those failures.

This is why I have chosen the arrow as a symbol for my practice.

Before we can shoot, we must bend the bow, nock the arrow, and carefully take aim. This preparation symbolizes us as humans every day – as we make our way toward our future.

What is the secret of resiliency?

The concept of resiliency has always interested me.

Why do some people have a natural ability to be resilient while others must work harder at it?

I needed answers and wanted to help others cultivate this quality, so I trained and became a Resiliency Coach.

With my no-nonsense, nonjudgmental, authentic, and approachable style, I want you to feel like I’m an old friend – one who can also provide you the skills and tools you need to become the best version of yourself!

Why me?

I have always said you can’t be a good tour guide – unless you’ve been there yourself!

Although I don’t believe in too much self-disclosure, as it can take away from the therapeutic process of others, I have struggled through some of the same women’s issues in which I specialize.

For the past 15 years, I’ve dedicated myself to working with teenagers, families involved in child welfare, clients involved in criminal justice, addictions, PTSD in women and veterans, first responders, crisis response, withdrawal management, and designing and building programs to meet community needs.

In 2011, my family of four (along with my parents and two sisters) and I moved to Frederick, Colorado. My husband is in the fire service, and my children are now 21 and 15. After 15 years of Community Behavioral Health under my belt, I decided to take my future into my hands.

As a result, I started IRIS Wellness Consultants to meet the needs of women in the community, much like myself, who need a professional with the expertise to help them through life’s challenges.

I’d like to help you, too!