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LIFE TRANSITIONS

Uncertain and overwhelmed by big life changes.

Change can be exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming, disorienting, or bittersweet. Whether you’re starting a new job, ending a relationship, becoming a parent, or moving away from home, life transitions often stir up uncertainty and self-doubt. You might be questioning who you are, what you want, or where you’re headed. Even when a transition is positive, it can bring unexpected stress and grief for what you’re leaving behind.

Uncertainty makes moving forward feel scary.

What life transitions can look and feel like?

  • ​​Anxiety about the unknown

  • Feeling stuck between identities or roles

  • Grief over changes in relationships or routines

  • Pressure to “have it all figured out”

  • Loss of confidence or direction

  • Excitement mixed with fear or guilt​

Why does this happen?

Life transitions disrupt the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and how life should be. When familiar roles, routines, and relationships shift, it’s normal to feel unmoored, uncertain, or overwhelmed.

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Change often brings a mix of emotions—fear, sadness, excitement, and grief for what’s lost or the future you imagined. Cultural and societal pressures to “handle it all” perfectly can add to feelings of isolation or self-doubt.

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Adapting to new circumstances takes time and support, and without space to process these changes, it’s easy to get stuck in stress and anxiety.

Life transitions can include: 

  • Starting or ending a relationship

  • Becoming a parent

  • Graduating or starting college

  • Changing careers or jobs

  • Moving to a new city or country

  • Navigating a health diagnosis

  • Experiencing a loss or major life event

  • Shifting roles within your family

Ready to feel more prepared?

Together, we’ll explore what this change means for you, process the emotions that come up, and build tools to move forward with more ease and self-trust.

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With support, you can:

  • Feel more grounded and steady during uncertain times

  • Honor both the loss and the possibilities of change

  • Clarify what matters most to you now

  • Strengthen confidence in your ability to adapt

  • Create a path forward that feels authentic and sustainable

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When you’re ready to invest in meaningful growth,
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