PathBreak Coaching & Consulting LLC: Brand Story
At PathBreak Coaching & Consulting, our mission is to help BIPOC perinatal professionals and families break cycles of worthiness wounds and reclaim confidence. We believe healing and sustainability go hand in hand—whether you are nurturing a new life or guiding others through the perinatal journey. My own path, shaped by resilience, transformation, and the power of community, is the foundation of this work.
My Story: Resilience, Worthiness, and Community
My journey into this work began long before I became a psychologist. From the ages of two to four, I was primarily cared for by my grandmother, uncle, and siblings while my mother was away. Before leaving, she handed me a red cloth to tuck under my pillow, telling me it would protect me from harm. That cloth became a symbol of safety and hope during some of the hardest years of my childhood.
When my mother returned, she had transformed her life and began helping others as a correctional counselor. I witnessed her leading substance use groups for incarcerated men and women, and I watched as her former clients would stop us on the street to share their gratitude. Through her, I learned one of the most important lessons of my life: people can change when they are given the right tools and support.
Growing up in East Harlem, I saw both the weight of systemic inequities such as poverty, addiction, and cycles of trauma, and the resilience of community. These experiences planted the seeds of my calling. I knew I wanted to create spaces for healing, transformation, and worthiness, especially for people of color navigating both personal and systemic wounds.
My Path as a Professional
My journey as a professional began in college, where I attended a predominantly white institution on a POSSE scholarship. As a first-generation student, I carried the pressure to succeed not only for myself, but also for my family and community. While college opened doors, it also came with challenges. I navigated spaces where I often felt like an outsider, and I wrestled with the unspoken weight of proving I belonged.
During this time, I completed a summer internship at an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). It was there that I became deeply interested in psychology as a field and began imagining a future where I could support individuals and families through healing. That experience inspired me to apply directly to doctoral programs, even though I fully expected I would need to pursue a master’s degree first. To my surprise, I was accepted into the PhD program at Fordham University, where my path as a psychologist officially began.
At Fordham, I encountered both growth and adversity. As the first in my family to pursue a PhD, I experienced countless microaggressions, questioned whether I belonged, and struggled with moments of deep self-doubt. Yet, those years also strengthened my commitment to this work. I gained the knowledge, training, and resilience needed to become not only a psychologist, but also someone who could hold space for others facing similar challenges of representation and worth.
After completing my doctoral training, my career began in child welfare, where I supported families through moments of deep crisis. This work showed me how trauma can echo across generations, and it solidified my passion for breaking harmful cycles early. It was also during this time that I discovered the power of consultation and mentalization. I often sat with colleagues, helping them process their own experiences and reflect on how to sustain themselves in the work. I came to understand that caring for the professionals was just as important as caring for the families.
Later, I moved into a pediatric department, where I supported parents during the first three years postpartum. While I cherished working directly with families, I also became known for how I supported my colleagues, advocating for them and affirming their worth as they carried the heavy responsibilities of perinatal and early childhood work.
These experiences led me to establish PathBreak Coaching and Consulting, where I now focus on supporting BIPOC perinatal professionals—therapists, doulas, midwives, and healthcare providers—who want to release imposter feelings, heal worthiness wounds, and build sustainable careers that honor their expertise, passion, and humanity.
Passion for Intervening Early
Through my years of working with families in the child welfare system, I saw first hand how trauma was passed down from one generation to the next. I became passionate about helping individuals break cycles of trauma to change their family's legacy, making me realize that actually I felt the most impact by either working directly with parents or helping children, adolescents, and adults think through their problems from a multi generational lens. I firmly believe that the earlier we intervene and provide tools for healing, the greater the potential for lifelong change. Supporting families as they navigate complex dynamics and helping young adults understand and address attachment wounds are key aspects of my work.
From witnessing my mother’s transformation to seeing the struggles of those in my community, I’ve dedicated my career to creating a ripple effect of healing and empowerment. I hold the belief that as humans, we do the best we can with the knowledge and skills we have. My role is to help others expand their toolbox, equipping them with strategies to navigate life’s challenges and embrace their full potential.
Why PathBreak?
PathBreak is more than a business; it is a movement. It is about honoring the stories and sacrifices that brought us here while breaking free from the cycles that keep us questioning our worth.
My work, whether with BIPOC perinatal professionals or families, is rooted in a culturally responsive, trauma informed, and strengths based approach. I want every client to feel affirmed, valued, and empowered as they step into confidence and sustainability.
PathBreak Coaching & Consulting exists to help heal worthiness wounds, restore dignity in our work, and create legacies rooted in strength and possibility. My journey from a little girl in East Harlem to a bicultural psychologist and coach is a testament to the resilience and transformation that lives in all of us.
Together, we reclaim our power and forge new paths for ourselves, our families, and the communities we are called to serve.