Frequently Asked Questions

Trauma-informed means I understand that every person’s nervous system, boundaries, and trust have been at least partially shaped by the traumas they’ve experienced through their life; and that support should not involve control, shame, or pressure.

In practice, that means:

• Choice and consent are built in. You get to pause, slow down, or change direction without being punished or judged.

• We don’t force “processing.” I won’t push you to relive trauma or “go there” to prove anything.

• We stay grounded in the present. We focus on what’s happening now, what you need in the moment, and what keeps you steady enough to keep moving.

• Your dignity comes first. No performance required. No humiliation. No “prove you’re trying.”

• Safety is real, not theoretical. Clear scope, clear time containers, and clear exit plans if a situation becomes unsafe.

Basically: I’m not here to pick at your wounds. I’m here to stand beside you while you take the next step.

Yes. In-person support is the core of what I do (Clearwater / St Petersburg / Tampa Bay area). Virtual sessions are available in some cases, but my work is designed to be hands-on, real-life support - especially for “At Your Side” and “Through the Suck”

Real-life hard things: reclaiming a home after a breakup/divorce, body doubling life admin, walking into a difficult appointment or event, untangling spirals and making a decision, and getting through emotionally loaded days with steadiness and follow-through.

That’s one of the most common reasons people hire me. If you’ve been the strong one for everyone else, it makes sense that receiving support feels unfamiliar. You’re allowed to ask for help for things, whether they’re huge or seemingly tiny. Only you get to decide what you support you need.

Start by filling out the Work With Sunshine application — it takes about 5–8 minutes and helps me understand what you're focusing on before we connect.

Once I've reviewed your information, I'll reach out to schedule a Fit Check — a short 10–15 minute call to confirm we're a good match, talk through what kind of support makes the most sense, and make sure the scope is right. It's not a sales call and it's not a free session. It's a real conversation to make sure this is the right fit for both of us.

If it's a match, I'll send you a booking link, agreement, and invoice.

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If you are in immediate danger, feel unsafe, or are at risk of harming yourself or someone else, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

If you need urgent support but it’s not a 911 situation, reach out to a crisis hotline (in the U.S., you can call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline). I’m not equipped to provide emergency or crisis intervention, and I won’t pretend to be.

If you’re not sure whether what you’re experiencing counts as “crisis,” treat it like it might. Getting immediate support is the right move.