Women’s Issues

Being a woman

You are a daughter, sister, mother, partner, wife, student, employee, or entrepreneur. Who are you beyond these roles?

You have a long “to-do” list, but you never get to cross off all the tasks.

You are exhausted by the constant inner chatter of not being good enough. You don’t even allow yourself time to think about your own wants.

You feel ashamed of not enjoying pregnancy or being a mother. You feel stuck in your career, school, or relationships, but you are too terrified of change.

People-pleasers

Women are expected to be many things to many people. It’s simple to ignore your desires, your longings, and your needs.

Social media, employers, and even loved ones reinforce the stereotype of sacrificing yourself for the sake of everyone else.

Soon, the price becomes way too big. You are overwhelmed, empty, or feeling not good enough. And underneath it sad, anxious, annoyed, resentful, or disconnected from your loved ones and yourself.

Decision-making

You have multiple decisions to make – not only now in the present, but in the future as well.

You’re supposed to choose the right “major” and the right career. You navigate the world of dating and maybe find a partner. You need to decide if or when you want to get married. You wonder if or when you want kids. Maybe you struggle with the pain of infertility or the uncertainties of staying at home or returning to work.

How do you make these decisions? It is devastating when these wishes or plans don’t come to fruition. Academic struggles or failure, infertility, difficult pregnancies, motherhood, divorce, work troubles, or loss can all be overwhelming.

As you age, other issues emerge: menopause, physical changes, role reversal with your parents, caregiving, and managing illness and aging.

“Shoulds”

The media sends us messages about our bodies, our sexuality, our careers, and our choice of partners or families. We’re measured by standards that are not even our own!

When there are so many “should dos” and expectations, how can we find our way? You’d like to be your own self but fight against having a non-traditional relationship or job.

How can you hear your own voice when everyone else’s is louder?

Empower yourself

Let me help you negotiate these life transitions.

By creating a space that gives you permission to connect with your own needs and grieve the pain of previous losses, you heal.

By becoming aware of the shame and self-criticism that have held you back, your authentic self emerges and shines through. Let your secret wishes and dreams come to life.

While this is your journey to take, you don’t have to take it alone.

Call me at (516) 621-1898 to schedule your FREE 15-minute telephone consultation.