Next Level Living
About Me
My name is Liz, and I am passionate about helping people live healthier, more balanced, and fulfilling lives. With a background spanning education, counseling, wellness, and personal growth, I have dedicated my life to supporting others as they navigate challenges, build resilience, and discover their own path forward.
I am the founder of Next Level Living and creator of Calmly Creative Publications, where I combine mental health concepts, creativity, and practical tools to support emotional well-being for children, families, and adults. Through writing, counseling, educational resources, and creative projects, I strive to make personal growth and emotional wellness both accessible and engaging.
Outside of my professional work, I prioritize living the values I encourage in others. I embrace an active lifestyle through strength training, hiking, yoga, walking, pickleball, basketball, and exploring the outdoors. I find joy in gardening, cooking, studying nutrition, photography, and capturing the beauty of nature and everyday life through a unique lens.
I am also an author and lifelong learner. Whether I am developing new resources, creating publications through Calmly Creative, working on Breaking Dams—a book designed to help readers explore and overcome the beliefs, experiences, and barriers that may be holding them back—or pursuing new interests and experiences, I remain committed to growth, curiosity, and continuous learning.
At the heart of everything I do is a belief that wellness is not a destination but an ongoing journey. My goal is to inspire and support others as they cultivate greater health, resilience, self compassion, and purpose in their own lives.
After all, life's a journey with no destination. 
My Approach
Since life is a journey with no destination, the more resources we have, the better equipped we are to face its challenges. My mission is to help others find joy and fulfillment, even in the midst of significant difficulties. I specialize in supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and life transitions, but I welcome anyone feeling stuck or overwhelmed in any area of their life. My approach is holistic, integrating the mind, body, and spirit.
As a wellness-focused, person-centered therapist, I draw from a variety of techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy. I also use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help individuals process and heal from trauma.
Some individuals have experienced "big" T traumas—those life-altering, severe events—while others have faced "little" t traumas, which may be more subtle or chronic, but still have a significant emotional impact. Both types of trauma can lead to profound social, emotional and psychological challenges, and both deserve attention and care in therapy.
I am passionate about creating a therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and supported, fostering a safe space for vulnerability, healing, and personal growth. Learn more about EMDR here. 
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Self Compassion
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Journaling
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Mindfullness
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