This isn’t just what I do—it’s who I am.

I’ve lived the power of creativity as a way through change.
After losing my son Brendan, I found a lifeline in reflection and words. Writing gave shape to my grief, my love, and eventually, my path forward.

But some emotions move beyond words.

I began to dream of the harp before I ever touched one—waking with my fingers tingling, as if they’d been plucking invisible strings in my sleep. When I finally followed that dream, the harp became a bridge to something deeper: a creative language beyond thought.

A way of feeling what my mind alone couldn’t hold.

Music met me where I was—in the sorrow, the stillness, the softness.
And over time, creativity became the thread that stitched me back together—word by word, note by note, breath by breath.

Writing and music became my anchors—two forms of creative expression that carried me through loss, transformation, and renewal. They taught me that creativity isn’t just about making something.

It’s about becoming something new.

That’s why I created Zen and the Pen—a creative sanctuary where sound meets story, and stillness sparks creativity.

Through reflective journaling, live classes, and music-infused workshops, I help others find their own rhythm—the kind that brings clarity, calm, and the courage to express their truest voice.

This isn’t a templated process.
It’s a grounded, intuitive journey—guided by presence, imagination, and thoughtful listening.

Whether it’s a reflective journaling session, a music-infused writing experience, or 1:1 coaching,  I help you reconnect with the creative voice that’s already within you.

The sparks ready to ignite.
The stories ready to unfold.
The new paths waiting to be shaped.

Join me for Zen and the Pen—a free monthly class where reflection meets rhythm.

Or explore one of my live workshops to unlock your creative flow.

Because when you reconnect with your creativity, everything begins to shift—how you see yourself, how you express yourself, and the life you’re ready to create.