Frequently Asked Questions

Coaching is a collaborative process designed to support personal growth, self-discovery, and goal achievement. Unlike therapy, which focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, coaching provides guidance, tools, and accountability to help you build sustainable strategies for healing and self-care. Coaching helps individuals overcome life stressors and transitions. Issues that are discussed in therapy are also, often, discussed in coaching. At times, coaching and its benefits can feel similar to therapy, however coaching is not conducted in a clinical setting and does not involve clinical diagnoses or medical treatment for diagnosed mental health concerns. Whether dealing with mental health condition or not, we all collect messages, beliefs, fears, insecurities, and blocks along the way. Coaching helps uncover and remove these blocks. My coaching is not a substitute for therapy, but rather an alternative for those looking for additional support from someone who understands their journey. 

I support individuals navigating Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs), grief, and personal transformation. My coaching is designed for under-served communities, creatives, and those seeking a nontraditional, holistic approach to healing. Whether you’re struggling with self-compassion, seeking alternative coping strategies, or looking for a safe space to explore your emotions, I’m here for you.

Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) are any repetitive self-grooming behaviors that involve biting. chewing. pulling, picking, or scraping one's own hair, skin, or nails that result in damage to the body that have been met with multiple attempts to stop or decrease the behavior, often (but not always)  in response to stress, boredom, or discomfort. These behaviors are not simply “bad habits”—they are a group of complex behaviors that can be difficult to control or navigate.

Common BFRBs include:
🔹 Trichotillomania (Hair Pulling) – Repeatedly pulling out hair from the scalp, eyebrows, eyelashes, or other areas.
🔹 Dermatillomania (Skin Picking) – Compulsively picking at the skin, often leading to sores or scarring.
🔹 Onychophagia (Nail Biting) – Chronic biting of the fingernails or toenails.
🔹 Lip & Cheek Biting – Biting or chewing the inside of the lips or cheeks.

BFRBs are not a sign of weakness or lack of willpower. They are neurologically driven behaviors that often serve as coping mechanisms for emotional regulation. Many people feel shame or frustration about their BFRB, but you are not alone, and support is available

Grief coaching is a supportive, non-clinical approach to navigating loss, change, and transition. Unlike therapy, which focuses on diagnosing and treating mental health conditions, grief coaching provides guidance, tools, and space for self-exploration as you process your unique grief experience.

Why is it important for overall wellness?
Grief affects every part of your well-being—emotionally, mentally, physically, and even spiritually. When left unprocessed, grief can show up as stress, burnout, disconnection, or even physical symptoms.  Studies show that people who actively process their grief  experience a 70% improvement in mental health symptoms, such as reduced depression and anxiety. Additionally, many under-served communities experience a "double burden" of grief because of intersecting identities (i.e. Black and queer). Grief coaching helps by:

-Creating space to honor your grief without judgment
-Providing tools for emotional processing & self-compassion
-Helping you find meaning & purpose beyond the loss
-Supporting your ability to move forward in a way that feels right for you

Grief is not something to “fix” or rush through. It’s a deeply personal journey, and having support from someone who understands can make all the difference. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just need someone to walk alongside you, grief coaching offers a compassionate space to heal, reflect, and reclaim.

I use a blend of storytelling, Afrofuturism, motivational interviewing, art-making, Theatre of the Oppressed, and reflective exercises to help you gain insight, shift your mindset, and develop sustainable coping strategies. Each session is tailored to your unique needs and goals. I am a Certified Health Education Specialist with certificates in death midwifery,  grief support, psychodrama, and sociodrama. 

Decolonial mental health is about challenging the Western, Eurocentric frameworks that have historically shaped mental health care and reclaiming approaches that center culture, community, and even ancestral wisdom. It acknowledges that mental health has been deeply influenced by colonization, systemic oppression, and the erasure of indigenous and non-Western healing traditions. Instead of a one-size-fits-all model, decolonial mental health:
✨ Validates lived experiences of marginalized communities
✨ Integrates ancestral & cultural healing practices alongside modern psychology
✨ Challenges systemic barriers to accessible and affirming care
✨ Prioritizes community, collective healing, and intergenerational wisdom

For many under-served, healing isn’t just personal—it’s historical, cultural, and deeply tied to reclaiming what was taken. Decolonial mental health invites us to redefine wellness on our own terms and create healing spaces that honor who we are, where we come from, and where we are going. to learn more, visit: https://www.idha-nyc.org/decolonial-mental-health

I offer several coaching packages, including single sessions and multi-session bundles. You can find all pricing details on my Coaching  Page. Sliding scale and payment plans are available for those in need, on a case by case basis. 

For consulting and other engagements, a contract will be made upon agreeable terms for both parties. 

Sessions are conversational, reflective, and interactive. We’ll start with a check-in, explore your challenges, and work on strategies tailored to your needs. Expect a mix of guided discussions, creative exercises, and goal-setting to support your healing journey.

Because coaching  and consulting requires commitment, refunds are not available. However, I understand life happens—if you need to reschedule, I offer flexible adjustments with at least 48 hours' notice.

Absolutely! Many clients work with both a therapist and a coach. Coaching can be a great complement to therapy by focusing on actionable strategies and creative self-exploration outside of traditional mental health treatment.

We might not be the right fit for you if:

• You are experiencing active and acute psychosis, active suicidal ideation, active addiction, you are experiencing acute PTSD or major trauma symptoms that are costing you safety or making your safety unmanageable.
• You are medically unstable due to drugs, alcohol, or an eating disorder, or situations costing you safety or making your safety unmanageable. We will need to wait to begin our work together until you are medically stable.
• You have pending legal issues and/or seeking evaluation or testimony for: court cases (e.g., custody, divorce, probation, lawsuits, etc.), assessment (e.g., fitness for duty, employment, study abroad, support animals, etc.), or any other situation in which a third party needs professional documentation or assessment.

While I love to help, I do not provide crisis services. Please visit the crisis services listed below. Please note that some crisis line workers are mandated to report plans of suicide to the police. If this is a concern, we encourage you to first ask about their reporting policies before sharing.

Blackline: peer support and counseling prioritizing BIPOC, with an LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens. “We do not trace or send any type of intervention under any circumstances without consent.” Call or Text (800) 604-5841

Trans Lifeline: trans peer support for trans community that’s been divested from police since day one. Run by and for trans people. US (877) 565-8860; Canada (877) 330-6366

Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line: Warmline answered by a trained peer supporters. “We do not trace or send any type of intervention under any circumstances without consent.” (888) 407-4515

Domestic Violence Hotline: hotline run 24/7 for survivors, victims, and those impacted by domestic violence. Call (800) 799-7233, Text “START” to 88788 or chat

Lines for Life: to talk to a suicide or substance use specialist. Lines for Life also offers support for: military & family, senior loneliness, teen-to-teen crisis help, and racial equity support. (800) 273-8255

Trevor Hotline for LGBTQ+ Youth: (866) 488-7386 or Text “START” to 678678

NAMI Helpline: to talk to a trained crisis counselor 24/7 or Text “NAMI” TO 741741 

If you or someone you know is in immediate, threatening danger and decide to call 911, please be aware that police are not equipped to offer mental health support and may pose danger to People of Color, neurodivergent people, and disabled people/people with disabilities. Please ALSO reach out to community leaders, neighbors, friends, and family to be present if you are calling the police as or for a person with marginalized identities. 

To learn more about liberatory approaches to crisis care and mental health: 

MAD In America: Suicide Hotline Transparency Project