A Journey of Transformation

I’m a former lawyer turned communication trainer, guide, mediator, and life adventurer.

My Foundation

My journey began with a foundation in critical thinking and a global perspective. As a philosophy major from the Johns Hopkins University and a Fulbright Scholar in Germany, I developed a deep appreciation for how diverse worldviews shape human interaction. Teaching English in South Korea further fueled my curiosity and commitment to understand differences with empathy.

My Legal Career

A law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law opened doors to exceptional opportunities: corporate work at a leading Boston firm, a clerkship at the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, and a position as a litigation associate at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Washington, DC. For nearly a decade, I excelled in legal practice while sensing that my true calling lay elsewhere.

The Turning Point

In 2021, I made a bold decision that transformed my life: I quit my job without a plan. I chose authenticity over expectations and shoulds. I embarked on a radical sabbatical—a journey of discovery that took me across continents and into immersive retreats and trainings. This path helped me envision work that felt meaningful and joyful—weaving together empathic listening, communication skills, and embodied mindfulness to help others find connection, compassion, and calm.

Grounded in the Body

During my radical sabbatical, I became a certified yoga teacher. I integrate breathwork and meditation into my teachings to ground communication in self-connection and body awareness.

Dedicated to the Art of Understanding

I've studied with Nonviolent Communication (NVC) trainers in the U.S. and Europe, completing multiple advanced courses, two year-long intensive mediation programs, and countless hours of practice and peer work.

My Commitment

I create transformative spaces for healing and understanding—whether through group workshops, organizational trainings, breathwork, meditation, empathy sessions, or mediation. I guide individuals, teams, and organizations toward greater clarity, authentic connection, and collaborative growth.

Whether you’re seeking to deepen self-awareness, foster calm and resilience in challenging times, repair relationships, or cultivate compassionate and effective communication across your organization, let’s explore how we can work together to create meaningful connection and lasting transformation.