MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO

Hi, I'm Trish!

I am a life coach specializing in Sober Recovery, with a compassionate and informed approach rooted in both personal and professional experience. My career as a Nurse Practitioner in Acute Care Medicine and my personal journey through the loss of my son to addiction revealed the gaps in recovery support, leading to my pursuit of a Doctorate in Nursing and certification as a life coach. With expertise in addiction, mental health, and resilience, I help clients bridge the gap from sobriety to sustained recovery, guiding them to build strong, meaningful lives.

I my coaching, I emphasize "Recovery Capital"—an individualized support system that empowers clients through goal-setting, resilience-building, and practical skills like stress management and relapse prevention. My approach is structured, motivational, and rooted in values of respect, safety, and integrity. I provide clients with the tools and insights needed to embrace their highest potential, fostering accountability and growth while helping them live lives aligned with purpose and joy.

My values include: safety, respect, and a deep commitment and charge to serve with truth, and consistency. I will walk with my clients as they develop a solid footprint that defines their full capacity to live a life with integrity, joy, and meaning."

From Heartbreak to Healing: A Nurse Practitioner’s Journey to Transforming Recovery

My world changed forever when my youngest son, Greg, lost his battle with addiction. As a Nurse Practitioner in Acute Care Medicine, I had spent years treating patients struggling with substance use, but nothing prepared me for the devastating personal impact of addiction.

Determined to make a difference, I pursued training as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, earned a Doctorate in Nursing, and became a certified life coach through the Brave Thinking Institute. Now, my mission is to empower others to heal, find purpose, and truly thrive in recovery.

For as long as I can remember, I have been deeply captivated by the complexity and depth of the human experience. I have observed how people interpret and navigate life in profoundly unique ways—expressing vulnerability, strength, love, resilience, and personal growth.

Some endure unimaginable hardships yet emerge with wisdom and perseverance, while others, weighed down by relentless challenges, struggle to find their footing in an ever-complicated world. Witnessing this contrast—both the triumphs and the suffering—has fueled my lifelong passion for understanding human behavior, psychology, and medicine.

This journey has not only shaped my career but has also been one of the most rewarding and fulfilling pursuits of my life.

Empower Your Recovery – Download Your Free Guide!

Are you feeling stuck in your sobriety journey, held back by triggers, self-doubt, or financial stress? You deserve more than just survival—you deserve to thrive!

  • Learn how to navigate challenges with clarity

  • Gain confidence in your personal and professional life

  • Build stability and lasting success after addiction

Want to work with me?

The Thriving in Sobriety Consultation is a one-on-one session designed to help you identify what’s holding you back and create a clear path toward achieving your goals.

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