About Rooted & Raw

Rooted & Raw is a space for reflections from my life and work in biblical care — counseling, teaching, and the everyday work of learning to care well.

Here I write about what it means to care well in faith, in relationships, and in the quiet rhythms of daily life. Some posts are short reflections. Others are longer essays shaped by conversations, teaching, and years of walking alongside women navigating real struggles.

My approach is simple: rooted in truth, raw in approach.

I believe biblical care addresses the whole person. Faith, emotional struggles, physical health, daily habits, and the quiet patterns of everyday life are deeply connected. Simple living, mindful rhythms, and returning to what matters most often create space for clarity and growth.

Most of my professional work happens through Rooted & Raw, where I counsel and support women seeking thoughtful, Christ-centered care.

This Substack is a little different from my formal work.

It’s where I think out loud. Where I share reflections from counseling and teaching. Where I explore how faith, simple living, and mindful habits shape the way we care for ourselves and others.

I send one longer article by email each month (usually on the 1st). In between, I occasionally share shorter reflections and notes here on the platform.

If you’re someone who loves Jesus but feels weary of the noise, you’ll probably feel at home here.

What You’ll Find Here

• A longer email article each month
• Short reflections and notes between issues
• Insights from counseling and teaching in biblical care
• Thoughts on simple living, holistic rhythms, and faith

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Learn more about my work at
rootedandraw.com


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