A Different Way to Respond to Life
I always believed life wasn’t about perfection, it was about joy. But when my dad passed away at an early age, that belief took on a whole new depth. I realized how precious time is and how important it is to live with meaning, appreciate the moment, and not wait for life to be “just right” to be happy.
My parents shaped everything I teach today. My dad encouraged me to make my mark on the world, and my mom reminded me to live my best life. Their passing taught me resilience, and their guidance continues to remind me that life is meant to live fully with meaning, purpose, and a sense of humor.
I wrote Mindful Is the New Skinny after working with hundreds of women caught in perfectionism and the belief that they were never enough. My work now emphasizes that real change happens not through forcing positivity, but through learning to relate differently to thoughts, emotions and relationships. This is the foundation of my Observe, Wonder, Navigate (OWN) approach; a practical way to step out of old patterns and respond differently in real life.
I have been running Mindful Moms groups for years both in person and virtually and leading lake meditations that help women pause, reflect, and reconnect. I am excited to be launching a Mindful Happy Hour Online Group, a space for reflection, insight, and connection in a relaxed, fun, and supportive setting.
I added Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy to my practice after seeing how many thoughtful, capable people were doing “all the right things” in therapy and still felt stuck. KAP offers a gentle but powerful way to soften long-held patterns, open new perspectives, and help meaningful change take root, with support every step of the way.
I live with my husband and our dog, Lola, and have two grown sons. I love live music, tennis, Pilates, and being powered by the sun. These everyday joys remind me to savor life and keep perspective, which I bring into the work I do with clients and groups.
I help women notice patterns and make small intentional shifts for calmer, stronger relationships and more meaningful lives. Self-care isn’t selfish, its survival. You can honor heaviness and still thrive, and I’ll be here to guide through that process. xo, Jodi
