I'm an NBC-HWC Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Peer Specialist in PTSD Care, and Breath-work Facilitator with over a decade of experience in mental health, holistic wellness, and trauma-informed care. My work sits at the intersection of the mind, body, and breath — drawing from evidence-based coaching, mindfulness, and the lived understanding that real transformation takes time, compassion, and the right support.

As a Peer Specialist , I walk alongside individuals navigating life after trauma. I know firsthand that recovery isn't about "getting over it," but instead about rebuilding safety, reclaiming your voice, and rediscovering who you are beyond what happened to you. My approach creates space for all of that, at your pace.

12H Haven Wellness Coaching was born from the energy of the 12th house in astrology — the realm of introspection, healing, and inner truth. Through one-on-one coaching and group programs, I help clients move through life transitions, process emotional blocks, release limiting beliefs, and reconnect with their purpose. Whether you're recovering from trauma, seeking clarity, or simply ready for something to shift — I'm here for that journey.

Mental Health Coach | Therapist at Heart | Forensic Psychology Nerd These days, I work as a Mental Health Coach, supporting adults in navigating stress, anxiety, grief, and the wild ride of being human — with plenty of empathy and humor, and sometimes a curse word or two [I'm actively working on reigning that in!] Before coaching, armed with a Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology, I spent nearly a decade deep in the world of forensic psychology, doing assessments and treatment planning for incarcerated individuals — powerful, eye-opening work that shaped my understanding of resilience and systemic challenges. My passion for whole-person wellbeing also led me to a holistic "food as medicine" culinary program, and several years in restaurant management, where I deepened my understanding of food as nourishment, creativity, and connection. I’m always looking at the bigger picture of what helps people feel more like themselves. 

Hi, I’m Jess! People call me Jess. I have risen and fallen like the tide and started from rubble more times than I care to admit. Through all the madness and constant storms that life threw at me, I grew, pushed forward, and did it all with the mantra ‘deep breaths and baby steps’ in mind. I am a certified mental health coach through the Headspace Training Institute and am pursuing the global certification through the National Board of Health and Wellness. I am now offering mental health coaching to serve as a lighthouse, helping others discover their strengths. Understanding one’s strengths can help highlight one's values and passions, leading to successful actions, goal achievement, self-efficacy, autonomy, and clarity.

"Well-being is realized by small steps, but is no small thing." - Zeno

Many of us are harder on ourselves than we would ever be on someone we love. I know because I have been my own worst enemy and become my own best friend.

That experience shaped both my life and my approach to coaching. It taught me that meaningful change is possible, that we are often far more capable than we realize, and that none of us are meant to navigate life alone.

From deep conversations about life’s biggest questions to the day-to-day challenges we all face, I have a genuine passion for helping people with anything and everything.

Whatever you’re dealing with, whatever you’re going through, and whatever you hope to achieve, whether it feels life-changing or seemingly small, I’m here to support you.

As human beings, we are wired for connection, yet our world often leaves us feeling isolated and disconnected. We need one another. We grow through relationships, support, and shared experiences.

My passion for coaching is deeply personal. I grew up navigating the challenges of divorced parents, abuse, and struggles that followed me from childhood into adulthood. I experienced depression, ADHD, suicidal thoughts, shame, emotional pain, destructive habits, and periods of feeling lost, disconnected, and uncertain about who I was.

Throughout those experiences, I found myself continually drawn to deeper questions. What gives life meaning? What is my purpose? How do we become the people we want to be? How do we experience peace with our past while creating a better future? My search for answers led me to philosophy, psychology, personal growth, mindfulness, and ultimately coaching.

Over time, I learned how to face difficult emotions rather than run from them. I worked through childhood wounds, challenged a harsh inner critic, rebuilt relationships, developed healthier habits, and discovered a sense of stability and peace that I never thought possible. My answers continue to evolve, but the journey taught me something important: meaningful change is possible.

Today, I bring both professional training and lived experience to my coaching. I know what it’s like to struggle, to feel stuck, to question yourself, and to wonder whether things can get better. I also know what it’s like to grow through those experiences and discover strengths you never knew you had.

My goal is not to tell you how to live your life. My goal is to walk alongside you, help you uncover your own wisdom, and support you in creating a life that feels more aligned with your values, goals, and wellbeing.

(Coaching is a collaborative process that supports personal growth and wellbeing. Coaching is not therapy, counseling, medical care, or crisis intervention, and does not diagnose or treat mental health conditions.)

Working in the addictions counseling profession has been apart of my life since 2017. I have had many intimate conversations with people who struggled, who were in pain and searching for their own answers. I am highly skilled at attuning to people and what their needs are. I take pride in being able to create a safe space for people to explore, ask questions and receive guidance on how to take that next step with what they want to accomplish and experience.

Contacting me: please email me and type in the Subject line: "Vibly". In the email briefly introduce yourself and what you are working on and what your goals are. I will get connected with you within 24-48 hours to set up the exploratory call to confirm working together would be a good fit for both of us.

I am still getting my sessions I need to become qualified to take the certification for The National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching, all Headspace Training Institute students and alumni, I am happy to provide free sessions. Everyone else I am working on a sliding scale.

"The secret of joy is the mastery of pain".--Anais Nin

Making changes to your health can be difficult. Health and wellness coaching provides dedicated time and support to help you move from wanting to make a change to actually making it happen.

One-on-one health coaching offers:

• time and space for you to talk about your health goals

• personalized guidance from me to you

• genuine, positive support 

• no gimmicks or other products for you to buy

• help for a lot of different health goals: improving sleep habits, physical activity, nutrition, and even things like procrastination 

Just like there's no single path to ill health, there is no single path to better health. Together, we'll find a path to better health for you that fits your unique circumstances, strengths, and goals.

• My Story: When I'm by water or wandering in a forest, slowed down by the flow of the natural world, I feel peace. And, joy!  This spaciousness wasn’t common for the first decade of my working life. Striving to do and achieve were my life themes. Part of me loved it—there was real fulfillment. But, there was also a real toll—aspects of my health. Support, like coaching, that listened to me and valued me as the expert in my own life helped me build a lifestyle that meets my needs—so I can feel fulfilled, and healthy. My experience being coached, lifelong fascination with health, and deep belief that protecting and nourishing the health of our minds and bodies is so important led me to this work.

• My Why: To help women feel their best, embrace their power, and enjoy their lives.

• My Training: I'm a Certified Health Coach, trained by Headspace Training Institute. I'm also a trained yoga and meditation teacher. I use evidence-based practices, and weave in my expertise in storytelling that I gained through a MFA in Cinema Directing, and a decade-long career in the communications field. Your mind and body are so powerful. The stories you tell yourself are so powerful. You can embrace that power to feel your best.

• Session Cost: 30-minute sessions are $50. I'm also offering one scholarship for free weekly or bi-weekly coaching for a 3-month period. This is currently booked but please message me, or book a discovery call, if you'd like to discuss this option and future availability.

• Forever Here For Equity, Diversity, + Inclusion: I value diversity in gender, sexual orientation, culture and race, socioeconomic status, size, immigration status, age, ability, and other identities. I’m a LGBTQIA+ affirming and neurodivergent (ADHDer? Me too!) affirming health coach.