Therapy for people who’ve spent their whole lives taking care of everyone else. 

Here, you don’t have to explain.

You just get to be.

Inclusive therapy for BIPOC & LGBTQ+ adults in Texas & Virginia

You feel exhausted trying to fit into everyone’s expectations of you.

What if you could feel more connected to your true self?

You’ve spent your whole life being the responsible one.

The fixer.

The emotional caretaker.

The one who smooths things over, keeps the peace, and makes sure everyone else is okay.

But lately, you’re starting to wonder: What about me?

  • You’re exhausted from always showing up for others—while no one shows up for you the same way.

  • You feel guilty even thinking about setting boundaries, like you’re somehow letting people down.

  • You’ve spent so long meeting everyone else’s expectations that choosing yourself feels terrifying. What if they get angry? What if they pull away?

  • You love your family, but the weight of their sacrifices sits heavy on your shoulders. Pursuing your own happiness feels like a betrayal.

You’re not selfish for wanting something different.

You’re not weak for wanting rest.

And you’re definitely not alone.

You’re in the Right Place.

Hi, I’m Monica Jurado Kelly.

I help the ones who always hold everything (and everyone) together break free from guilt, exhaustion, and the fear of letting others down—so they can build a life that feels like theirs.

I know how hard it is to unlearn a lifetime of people-pleasing and self-sacrifice. You’ve spent years taking care of everyone else, and the thought of choosing yourself feels impossible—maybe even selfish.

But you don’t have to keep living this way.

Therapy is where you get to lay it all down. Here, you won’t have to explain everything—I already understand the weight of culture, family, and expectation. And when you do need to share your story, you’ll be met with the care, curiosity, and validation you deserve.

Together, we’ll create space for you to exist, to rest, and to step into the life you deserve.

When you’re ready, I’m here. Let’s talk about how therapy can support you.

How I Can Help You

You’ve spent your life making sure everyone else is happy, afraid that choosing yourself means losing the people you love. In therapy, we’ll work on breaking free from guilt, building self-worth, and setting boundaries with confidence—so you can have relationships that feel balanced and fulfilling.

You’re the one everyone depends on—the fixer, the emotional anchor, the one who holds it all together. But constantly being “the strong one” is exhausting. Therapy can help you set boundaries, release guilt, and reclaim space for yourself—without fear of letting others down.

Therapy for Adult Children of Immigrants

Balancing your own happiness with family expectations feels impossible. You love your family, but the weight of their sacrifices makes it hard to choose your path. Therapy is a place where you can navigate guilt, cultural identity, and boundaries—so you can honor both your roots and yourself.

EMDR and Trauma Therapy

Trauma lives in the body and mind, shaping the way you see yourself and the world. Whether you need a primary therapist or additional support alongside your current therapy, I offer EMDR, parts work, and body-based techniques to help you heal. Together, we’ll process your experiences so they no longer define you.

Starting Therapy Can Feel Overwhelming—I’m Here to Make It Easier

Book a Free 30-Minute Consultation

We’ll have a relaxed conversation, scheduled at a time that works for you, to explore your needs, answer your questions, and see if we’re a good fit. No pressure—just a chance to connect.

Invest in Yourself

In our sessions, we’ll dig into what’s keeping you stuck, process what’s weighing you down, and build the tools you need to move forward with confidence.

Step Into the Life You Were Meant to Live

Over time, you’ll break free from guilt, set boundaries with confidence, and step into the life you deserve—one where you matter, too.

You don’t have to keep pretzeling yourself to fit into a box you never asked for.

I can help you reconnect with who you are—

without guilt, fear, or losing the people who matter most.