I've been there..

I was a 'gray area drinker'...

The gray area covers a wide range of people who drink regularly but don’t fit neatly into the categories of the occasional 'take it or leave it' drinker or someone physically dependent on alcohol.

To outsiders, my drinking probably seemed normal. In fact, many of my friends were surprised when I shared how much I struggled to cut back or quit entirely. The issue wasn’t how much I was drinking—it was how alcohol was affecting my life.

On the surface, I had it all: a great marriage, two beautiful kids, and a successful career. But beneath it, I was using alcohol almost daily to cope with the stress and overwhelm of life. Over time, I noticed the toll it was taking on me—my sleep, my energy, my health, my moods, and even my ability to handle everyday challenges.

I tried moderation. I’d tell myself, 'Just one today,' but I felt like I was 'failing' every time I couldn’t stick to my plan. I became consumed with the question: 'Should I drink today, or not?' It was exhausting.

I tried everything—moderation, willpower, therapy, fasting, and even prayer. But I still found myself trapped in a cycle of drinking I didn’t want. I thought about going to AA meetings, but I wasn’t ready to call myself an 'alcoholic.' I hadn’t hit rock bottom. I just knew I wanted to change.

That’s the hard part—being in that space where you desperately want to stop, but you feel stuck. It’s frustrating and lonely. But by the grace of God, and after countless attempts, I finally found a method that worked for me. I began unraveling the beliefs and thoughts that had kept me trapped.

Now, I have complete freedom. I no longer desire alcohol, and I rarely even think about it—something I once thought was impossible.

Today, I live joyfully alcohol-free, and I’m passionate about helping others discover the same freedom.

As a certified This Naked Mind Alcohol Coach, I guide others using the same compassion-led, science-based approach that led me to freedom.

• A modern alternative to traditional 12 step methods, which integrates the latest research and science on alcohol and behavior change, and gently leads you to achieve your goals in an environment free from labels, judgement and shame.   
• I meet you exactly where you are at..  Whether you are still drinking and need a new approach to quit or cut back, or if you have already stopped drinking but still find yourself MISSING alcohol.  
• Feel empowered with knowledge and tools to change your BELIEFS about alcohol.
• Retrain your brain so you no longer DESIRE a drink and experience true lasting change without solely relying on willpower.
• Enjoy complete CONFIDENTIALITY and access all you need to achieve your goals from the privacy and comfort of your own home.