Educating to empower.
We all have things we know—and things we know we don’t know. But it’s the unknown unknowns that can catch us off guard, especially when life feels overwhelming.
Stress has a way of narrowing our vision, making it hard to see the full picture or explore all the options at hand. When we’re pushed to the brink, our minds default to survival mode—fight, flight, freeze, or fawn—leaving us feeling stuck and reactive instead of proactive.
With over 40 years of experience as a mental health professional working with diverse populations—and as someone who’s navigated the intense pressures of the Sandwich Generation—I’m here to help you break free from the overwhelm. My mission is to share practical resources, meaningful connections, and actionable frameworks to empower you to make confident, informed choices for yourself, your family, and those you support.
“We had the pleasure of having Christy present to our group on Self-Care. She is full of wisdom, love, and the humor she brings across is contagious. Her authenticity is refreshing.”
- Sandy Jessica Colling, Owner & CEO Sandy J. Colling, Healthy Lifestyle Advocate, Women Empowered
Christy's Story
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I always wanted to be a writer, so it was no surprise I graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in English and Communication. Â
But life takes its turn. A year or two after graduation, I felt called to do more work helping people.
I attended the University of Southern California and earned a Master's in Counseling Psychology. From there, I worked with young adults with Learning Disabilities, helping them learn job and independent living skills. This was when the Americans with Disabilities Act was first passed, so I helped form a regional network of agencies dedicated to helping people with special needs find employment. Over a few years, I also worked with women and men on parole and families and individuals who were homeless.
Managing transitions, case management, and wellness soon became areas of expertise.
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After marriage and having two children, I turned to education, first as a Special Education teacher and then as a School Psychologist, earning two professional credentials along the way.
At a certain point, my aging parents also started to need me.
This was one of the most challenging periods of my adult life.
With a lot of research, education, and support, I managed to get through caring for my parents for over six years while also working full-time and raising two children. I have now turned my efforts to supporting others during some of the most challenging endeavors in life:Â Â parenting and caring for aging parents.
And I wrote my first book: "Building a Legacy of Love: Thriving in the Sandwich Generation."Â
Now I bring my expertise in managing transitions, case management, and wellness, along with knowledge of human development and education, to the challenges those in the Sandwich Generation face.Â
I sincerely believe that life's challenges are our most significant opportunities.