About Mindy

Hi, I'm Mindy

I help struggling stepmoms break free from resentment, burnout and feeling second best.

Let's just say this was NOT in my plan.

I was 24 years old when I unexpectedly became a stepmom.

I was a single, independent, strong-willed girl ready to take on the world.

I had just moved from a small California town to a big city in Utah. I planned on being single, finishing college, a climbing the corporate ladder, but life had other plans.

Unexpectedly and on a whim, I fell head over heels in love with a man who happened to have four kids— we were married within a year.

With a 19 year age difference ... we pregnant right away, and soon added two more kids to the crew.

Now we have four grandbabies, who call me GiGi and a son who happens to be a stepdad too.

Do I regret it? No. Have I always felt that way? Also no.

I struggled and clawed my way through those early years, some days barely holding on. I saw multiple therapists and healers. I read all the books. I sought out support from family and friends. I felt desperate for validation and support.

It does not have to be this way for you.

Through 15 years of personal experience, research and highly accredited certifications, I have the strategies and insight to help you transform how you're experiencing stepmom life.

I'm here to share everything I wish I could tell 24-year-old Mindy!

a little about me ...

Neutrals are my love language. I am a neutral girl through and through - whether it's my wardrobe, home or even my car. Soft, calming tones soothe my soul.
Nature is my gym. You'll find me hiking in the mountains with my dog long before you see me in a spin class. Movement that nurtures both my nervous system and my body is what I'm about. .
Gigi is the best title I've ever had. I became a Gigi (aka Gangster Grandma) at 35 when my oldest stepson got married and became a stepdad himself.
Home is my happy place. Give me a cozy night in with the people I love over a wild night out any day. I'm all about warm lighting, comfy blankets and slow evenings.
I'm what they call an extroverted introvert. I can show up and be social when I need to be, but I recharge with quiet time and keep my inner circle small and meaningful.