If you’re in your 20s or 30s right now, you’re navigating some choppy waters. (Ask me how I know.)
Hey, you’re not imagining things! There’s so much going on.
You’re starting a career.
Hell, maybe you’re changing a career or trying to level up in the one you already have.
You want to figure out your purpose and how it translates into passion for the work you do.
Your relationships are evolving.
Ideally, they’re becoming healthier – but maybe you’re trying to iron out the wrinkles.
You’re ready to get married, or you’re thinking about children.
Maybe you’re a brand new parent, and you’re struggling to keep your head above water.
If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z’er (from skinny jeans, to wide leg jeans & everything in between – I see you!), this is your time.
...And what a time it is! The last couple of years have made it pretty clear that our world is inconstant, at best. If you’re feeling scared, overwhelmed, or just plain stumped about where to go from here, I totally understand.
I know what it REALLY means to be a Millennial or Gen Z human right now. And I know it can get messy.
Your current life questions probably look something like these:
Am I on the right path?
To school or not to school?
Who do I want to be in this world?
Are my actions aligned with my values?
How can I best show up as myself in these different spaces?
How do I deal with the life transitions that just seem to keep coming?
How do I make sure I’m growing in my relationships with the people around me?
I keep hearing everyone else’s voice when I’m trying to make decisions – how do I kick the fear to the curb and do what’s right for ME??
(Did I get it right?)
Hey. I’m Melinda Olsen.
And I really, really care how you’re doing.
When you work with me, we’ll do a deep dive into the things that matter most to you.
We’ll talk about all that messy stuff that keeps popping up, getting in the way, and keeping you from the life you see for yourself – whether it seems thisclose or miles away.
Whether you’re an empath or an otherwise highly-sensitive person (high five, HSPs! 🙌)...
If you’ve ever been told you’re “just too sensitive”...
You’re a super-helper or over-achiever…
If you’ve got swirling, overwhelming feelings about A LOT of stuff…
You have a big heart and big feelings, friend. And you deserve to be seen.
And heard. And accepted.
Because I promise – there’s nothing wrong with you. Those big feelings are on point. We’ll work together to figure them out so you can keep moving forward, matching that big heart with your big dreams.
So you can…
Engage and reconnect with the people who mean the most to you
Lead with your WHOLE self – your head, your heart, and your intuition.
Get clear on your boundaries, your priorities, and your own goals
Live your best life, fully.
Here’s what I do:
Enneagram Therapy
The Enneagram is a super-comprehensive framework that helps us understand ourselves and grow beyond the patterns and habits holding us back. Through Enneagram therapy, I’ll help you determine which of nine personality patterns best reflects the way you tend to move through the world – then we’ll use that awareness to get you ahead of your triggers and able to better fulfill your needs.
Brainspotting Therapy
Brainspotting therapy utilizes simple eye positions (really!) to unlock the traumas holding you back. It’s a total workhorse of a method, and I love its ability to help with everything from tackling anxiety to overcoming phobias, managing anger, and even chronic pain. BSP is a great way to approach and address past trauma and other triggers that affect our closest relationships.
Pre-Marital Therapy
Waiting to marry your best friend is an awesome time, full of future plans and excitement… It can also be full of stress, anxiety, and family drama. (Yep, the overwhelm is normal!) So it’s one of the best times to focus in on the things that make you – well, you. In premarital therapy, I’ll help you get to a place where you can hear one another even more clearly. We’ll look at things like conflict styles, long-held family beliefs, and other potential stumbling blocks on the journey to the rich, fulfilling marriage you’re both dreaming of.
Inviterra Counseling is located in San Jose, CA.
I’m based in San Jose, and I love my California clients – but I’m all about working with you if you’re about working with me! If we aren’t local to each other, please get in touch. I do offer telehealth appointments.
