Things You Couldn’t Pay Me to Do… As a Therapist for High-Achieving Women in North Carolina and Florida
As a therapist for high-achieving women in North Carolina, I hear it all the time:
“I don’t want a therapist who just nods and takes notes.”
“I need someone who actually gives me tools.”
“I want to feel like I’m doing the work with someone, not performing for them.”
Same, girl. SAME.
If you’ve ever left therapy feeling more confused or invalidated than when you walked in, you’re not alone. And truthfully? There are just some things you couldn’t pay me to do in my practice, because I know they don’t help. They keep women stuck in cycles of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and self-doubt.
Let’s talk about what those things are and why I practice differently.
What I Don’t Do in Therapy (And Why You’ll Be Grateful)
1. I don’t pretend to be a blank slate
That “neutral therapist” trope? Not me. Real growth comes from relationship, not emotional distance. I use clinical self-disclosure, pop culture references, and real talk to help you feel seen and safe enough to go deeper.
2. I don’t believe your pain needs to be pathologized
You’re not “too much.” You’re not broken. Most high-achieving women have been running on survival mode for years. I help you recognize your strengths, not label your symptoms.
3. I don’t throw worksheets at you and call it a day
We do the work together. I’ll give you real tools for regulation, self-compassion, and communication—but I’ll also be in the emotional trenches with you.
4. I don’t ignore your real life
We’ll talk about your inner critic and your TBR list. Therapy should feel human, relatable, and safe enough to hold all of you—not just your trauma story.
The Kind of Therapy I Do Offer
As a therapist for high-achieving women in North Carolina, I blend evidence-based practices with deep compassion. My work is grounded in:
Self-compassion and parts work: Let’s talk to your inner mean girl—and name her if we need to.
Somatic and nervous system tools: Not just “think positive,” but how to feel safe enough to slow down.
Collaborative conversation: You’ll leave each session with something practical, not just emotional residue.
What It Feels Like to Work With Me
Imagine:
Finally being able to say, “I’m not okay” without feeling like you’re failing
Not having to perform or prove anything in session
Getting feedback, validation, and tools in real time
Feeling lighter, softer, and more in control—not because you’re trying harder, but because you’re healing
If that sounds like what you’ve been missing in therapy... you’re not alone. You’re just ready for a different kind of therapist.
Ready to Work Together?
If you’re a high-achieving woman in North Carolina or Florida looking for a therapist who actually shows up in the roomand does the work with you, I’d love to support you.
I’m currently accepting new therapy clients in North Carolina and Florida, and self-compassion coaching clients across the U.S.
-> Book your free 15-minute connection call now
Let’s rewrite the story your inner critic has been telling you—and start building the relationship you deserve… with yourself.
