Frequently Asked Questions

Narrative Focused Trauma Care® often called Story Work, is a healing approach developed by Dan Allender. Alongside his partner Becky, Dan founded The Allender Center—a space dedicated to engaging stories of pain with curiosity and compassion, where people can bear witness free from shame and judgment.

Story Work is for anyone who is curious about how their past effects their current relationships. I work with women navigating or recovering from emotional, psychological, spiritual, or financial abuse, going through life transitions, or feeling lost or disconnected from themselves. It’s especially supportive for those wanting to heal relational wounds, reclaim their voice, and live more fully in their calling and identity.

Therapy often focuses on mental health diagnoses and symptom management. Story Work helps you understand and re-author your personal narrative, using compassionate listening, reflective questions, and somatic practices. It’s not a replacement for therapy, but it can be a powerful complement.

Sessions are conversational, reflective, and client-led. We explore key stories from your life, gently uncover themes and patterns, and use trauma-informed, somatic, and spiritual practices to help you move toward healing and resilience. Each session is paced according to your comfort and readiness.

My coaching draws from my faith as a follower of Jesus and spiritual formation training, but I work with women from diverse spiritual backgrounds. The focus is on your journey, values, and beliefs.

Yes. All my coaching sessions are available via secure video calls, allowing you to join from anywhere in the world.

That depends on your goals. Some clients see transformation in 8–12 sessions, while others choose to work together longer for deeper integration and growth. We’ll create a plan that works for your pace and needs.

I don’t accept insurance at this time. However, if your employer offers Wellness Spending Accounts (WSAs) or Employee Wellness Allowances, you may be able to use those benefits to cover coaching. I also offer sliding scale rates to make coaching more accessible. Please let me know if you’d like more details.