Coaching & Counseling

Ways to Work Together

All 1:1 coaching begins with a free 45-minute intake call . It’s just a relaxed, no-obligation conversation where we get to know each other, explore what you're hoping for, and make sure we're a good fit. From there, you choose the path that works for you.

Start Where You Are - Wellness & nervous system coaching for the version of you that's tired of waiting to feel ready.

Life doesn't pause while we figure ourselves out — and sometimes the weight of that reality settles into the body before it ever makes sense in the mind. Start Where You Are is for anyone who feels the pull toward something different but keeps getting derailed by stress, burnout, or the quiet exhaustion of just trying to keep up.

Together, we can focus on building a relationship with your own nervous system. This can help you by allowing you to gain the understanding of why you respond the way you do, and gently expanding your capacity to move through life with more ease, intention, and self-trust.

This coaching is for you if you:

• Feel stuck in cycles of stress, overwhelm, or survival mode

• Are navigating a major life transition and need grounded support

• Want to understand your nervous system and why your body responds the way it does

• Crave practical, embodied tools you can actually use in daily life

• Are curious about somatic or integrative wellness but don't know where to start

What to expect: Sessions are 60 minutes, held via video call, collaborative and conversational, paced to where you are, not where you think you should be. Our work together may include nervous system psychoeducation, window of tolerance work, somatic awareness practices, values and identity exploration, and intention-setting rooted in where you actually are.

Pricing:
Free intake call · 45 minutes · No obligation
Single session · 60 minutes · $95 4-session bundle · $360 (save $20)

A limited number of sliding scale spots are available each month, starting at $65/session. No explanation required, simply mention it during your intake call and we'll find something that works.

The Regulated Writer: Creative & nervous system coaching for writers who know they have something to say and keep getting in their own way.

The blank page isn't the problem. The problem is everything that happens in your body the moment you sit down in front of it. The tightening, the second-guessing, the sudden need to do literally anything else. Creative blocks are nervous system events. Perfectionism is a protection strategy. Procrastination is often your system's way of keeping you safe from something that feels vulnerable, uncertain, or too close to the truth.

The Regulated Writer is for creatives and writers who are ready to stop fighting their process and start understanding it. We'll work to quiet the inner critic, restore access to your creative voice, and build a relationship with your work that doesn't require you to white-knuckle your way through every session.

This coaching is for you if you:

• Experience writer's block, creative freeze, or chronic unfinished projects

• Struggle with perfectionism, self-doubt, or fear of being seen in your work

• Are writing something vulnerable; a memoir, a book, a personal essay, and need support

• Want to understand the anxiety underneath the blank page, not just push past it

• Are a student, educator, or professional writer who feels disconnected from why they started writing in the first place

What to expect: Sessions are 60 minutes, held via video call, blending writing coaching with nervous system tools, moving fluidly between your creative process and the emotional landscape underneath it. You won't be asked to share your writing unless you want to. This isn't a critique space. It's a clarity space.

Pricing:
Free intake call · 45 minutes · No obligation
Single session · 60 minutes · $95 4-session bundle · $360 (save $20)

A limited number of sliding scale spots are available each month, starting at $65/session. No explanation required, simply mention it during your intake call and we'll find something that works.

FAQS

About Coaching

Do I need any experience with wellness or somatic work to start? None at all. Many clients come to coaching having never heard the word "somatic" before, and that's completely fine. We start wherever you are, explain things in plain language, and build from there. The only thing you need to bring is a genuine willingness to show up.

What does a typical session look like? Sessions are 60 minutes, held via video call, and feel more like a real conversation than a structured program. We'll check in on where you are, explore what's coming up for you, and work through tools, practices, or insights relevant to that session. Some sessions are reflective and slow. Some are energizing and practical. We follow your lead.

How many sessions will I need? That depends entirely on you and what you're working through. Many clients start with a 4-session bundle to build a foundation and get a feel for the work. From there, some continue and some feel complete. There's no pressure to keep going beyond what serves you, and no minimum commitment beyond what you choose.

Pricing & Access

What does the free intake call involve? The intake call is a relaxed 45-minute conversation. No slides, no sales pitch. We'll talk about what brought you here, what you're hoping to get from coaching, and whether I'm the right fit for what you need. You're welcome to ask me anything. If we decide to move forward together, great. If not, I'll do my best to point you toward something that serves you better.

Do you offer sliding scale pricing? Yes. A limited number of sliding scale spots are available each month, starting at $65/session. You don't need to explain your financial situation or justify your need. Simply mention it during your intake call and we'll work something out. Accessibility is a core value here, not an afterthought.

Do you take insurance? Not at this time. Coaching services are not covered by insurance, and because our work together is coaching and not therapy, insurance doesn't apply here. All sessions are self-pay. If cost is a barrier, please ask about sliding scale availability, that's exactly what it's there for. Once PA licensure is approved, certain insurances will be accepted. This section will be updated to reflect those changes when they occur.

What's your cancellation policy? Life happens, I get it. I ask for at least 24 hours notice for cancellations or rescheduling. Late cancellations or no-shows may be charged the full session rate. I'll always do my best to reschedule within the same week when possible.

Is This Right for Me?

I'm not sure which package fits me, how do I choose? Honestly? Start with the intake call and we'll figure it out together. In general: if you're drawn to grounding, stress relief, and understanding your body's responses to life, Start Where You Are is probably your fit. If your struggle is more specifically tied to writing, creativity, or creative blocks, The Regulated Writer might speak more directly to you. Many clients find they're a little of both, and that's okay too.

I'm deconstructing from religion. Is this space safe for me? Yes, genuinely and intentionally. Verity & Veda was built with you in mind. Our approach is spiritual but non-religious, and we welcome people at every stage of deconstruction, including those who aren't sure what they believe anymore. You will never be asked to adopt a particular worldview, practice, or framework. This is your space to explore truth on your own terms.

I've had bad experiences with wellness spaces before. How is this different? I hear that, and I think skepticism of the wellness industry is often well-earned. What I can tell you is that this work is grounded in real frameworks: nervous system science, evidence-informed coaching practice, and years of experience in education and behavioral support. There's no pressure to buy more than you need, no upselling, and no pretending that healing is linear or simple. You're allowed to push back, ask hard questions, and change your mind.

Still have questions? Reach out directly through our contact page. Every message is read personally and you'll hear back within 48 hours. Or skip straight to the conversation and book your free intake call below.