Preparing for Sacred Union

“In the past, I struggled opening up to others and sharing personal things with my friends and family. For many years, I’ve been the person listening to other people and their struggles, and often would not share because I felt as if people did not care. Other times, I would overshare or over-explain myself due to the lack of previous sharing—when I finally did open up. It’s always been much easier to help other people with their problems than to work on my own—or even let others help me.

I felt very comfortable speaking to Juliet. She held space for me to share without judgment or interruption.

Juliet’s approach is different—unique in many ways. Her coaching style, compared to other modalities or healing methods I’ve experienced, has been far more helpful. I felt as if she was truly listening to what I had to say. Oftentimes when I speak to a therapist, they are not fully hearing me. Juliet was relatable and helped me realize that I am not alone on this journey, as she doesn’t shy away from sharing her own life experiences. I felt that Juliet truly cared—unlike other modalities where I’ve just felt like another client on the schedule.

At the end of every session, she offered “home play”—gentle yet powerful practices to help me self-reflect on the themes from our session. These were deeply supportive in helping me grow and understand what I need from myself and others. Juliet asked many open-ended questions, which helped me become more self-aware. I’m usually the one giving advice, so receiving it is not easy for me. Yet her guidance never made me feel judged or wrong for what I was feeling or thinking—especially around friendships, love, and life.

Over 6 sessions with Juliet, I learned that relationship dynamics with friends will change—and that’s okay. I’ve learned to accept that change. I realized that not everyone is on the same healing path as I am, and that it’s okay if it’s difficult to maintain certain relationships. My healing journey is mine—it’s internal. I don’t have to process or “heal” everything with others. Instead, I can focus on joy—on having fun and enjoying moments with people I love.

I used to sing, dance, record and share to uplift myself when I felt blue. These sessions reminded me that I can still move through whatever I’m going through. Music and dance awaken memories, and those memories—paired with movement—helped me remember that I am safe now. They helped me find the beauty in painful experiences. These 6 sessions helped me remember who I am and that I am worthy of love.

Sometimes, I fall into sadness or loneliness when I see others with families or significant others. Juliet helped me shift that. She encouraged me to celebrate others’ happiness without letting it diminish my own, and to transform my relationship with loneliness.

Working with Juliet brought me back to myself—after I’d become lost in responsibilities and stress.

Her sessions helped me remember that the right people will come into my life at the right time. I used to feel like love, intimacy, and partnership might never happen for me. But Juliet reminded me that it is possible. That I am lovable. And to keep my heart open—with her gentle guidance and radiant positivity.

-Lea, Ex-Army, Registered Nurse