After a life-changing accident that resulted in a below-knee amputation, I came to understand first-hand how deeply sudden change can affect the mind and body. When life shifts overnight, even simple things can feel overwhelming, and the sense of safety you once took for granted can disappear.

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Living with this has shown me how people respond in very real ways to difficulty - from shock and fear, to frustration, grief, and the need to stay constantly alert. I’ve learned how important it is to create a sense of safety before anything else, because without that, it’s hard to think clearly, rest, or move forward.

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This experience shapes the way I work with clients. I’m mindful of how stress shows up in the body, how quickly people can slip into survival mode, and how different everyone’s responses are when they’re under pressure. I don’t rush the process or assume what someone needs. Instead, I focus on helping clients feel settled, supported, and in control of the pace, so change feels manageable rather than overwhelming.

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My understanding doesn’t come only from training or theory, but from living through trauma myself and learning how small, steady steps can make a real difference when things feel hard.