The Back Porch

Where truth, grief, and grace get to sit down together

So here’s the thing: I’m not a therapist, and I’m definitely not your cousin Karen who keeps forwarding you those “Everything happens for a reason!” articles that make you want to throw your phone across the room.

I’m Ro—and if you’re here, I’m guessing life handed you a plot twist that feels more like emotional whiplash. Maybe you’re grieving someone who was your whole world. Maybe your faith feels like it’s speaking a foreign language lately. Maybe you’re just trying to remember how to be a functioning human when everything familiar has been turned upside down and shaken like a snow globe.

Welcome to the Back Porch.

This is where we get real about the stuff that doesn’t fit into neat Sunday school answers. The messy, complicated feelings that don’t have matching Bible verses. And while I’ll sit in the hard places with you—trust me, I know those places intimately—I’m also not going to let you set up permanent residence in the pit. If you’re stuck, I’ll climb down there with you. But I’ll also be the one offering a hand up when you’re ready, with prayer, with truth, and yes, occasionally with a gentle reality check wrapped in love.

You don’t have to perform here. You don’t have to pretend you’ve got it together or apologize for where you are. You just have to be willing to show up honestly and take one small, brave step toward whatever comes next.

What Mentoring with Ro Looks Like

This isn’t a course. This isn’t a 12-week healing bootcamp. And this definitely isn’t about “fixing” you.

Private mentoring is a sacred space—a one-on-one rhythm where I walk beside you as you figure out what life looks like now. We meet once a week over video chat (yes, pajama pants are totally fine). You bring what’s heavy. I bring prayer if you want it, encouragement always, and practical help no matter where you are in your faith journey.

Between sessions, I’ll check in with gentle nudges—because sometimes Tuesday needs a reminder that you’re still held.

You’ll also get a short, doable weekly plan—a few steps, not a life overhaul. Maybe it’s a journaling prompt. Maybe it’s a Scripture to sit with—or maybe just a question that helps you hear yourself again. Maybe it’s a conversation you’ve been putting off, and we figure out how to approach it together.

I’ll hold space for your grief, but I’ll also hold hope for you—especially on the days when you’re not sure what you believe or whether healing is even possible. This isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s honest, personalized, and paced for real life.

What’s Included

Here’s what private mentoring looks like in real life—no overwhelm, no “transformation packages,” just steady support in a season that doesn’t make sense.
Weekly 1:1 video sessions (45 minutes)
Daily weekday check-ins (optional)
A short weekly action plan (2–3 simple steps)
Voice & email support between sessions
Optional faith integration (Scripture, prayer, or not—your call)

The Investment

Private mentoring is $394/month
(3-month minimum commitment)
This isn’t a one-size-fits-all coaching package. It’s real, steady support during the kind of season that makes most people disappear.
You’ll get:
Weekly 1:1 video calls
Daily weekday check-ins
Personalized next steps
Voice note + email support in between
A space that makes room for your questions, your tears, your tangled-up faith—and your healing
This is deeply personal, high-touch support. It’s not just a weekly call—it’s ongoing encouragement, thoughtful planning, and someone in your corner when the rest of the world moves on.

I limit how many women I walk with at a time so I can show up fully, with energy and heart. That’s why it’s a monthly investment—and why it works.

Who This Is For

You’ve experienced a deep loss, especially the loss of a spouse or partner
You’re navigating grief with questions about faith, God, or your own strength
You want support that’s personal, not clinical
You’re ready to take gentle steps forward
You crave consistency, encouragement, and someone who checks in on you

This May Not Be a Fit If…

You’re looking for licensed therapy or clinical trauma treatment
You want a quick fix or step-by-step formula
You prefer faith to be left completely out—or only presented with neat bows
You’re not in a place to engage with any support just yet (that’s okay too)

Before You Go…

If you’re still reading and thinking, “Maybe this is what I’ve been needing,” you’re probably right.
You don’t have to be sure. You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to take the next step.

Come Take My Hand

Let’s start the conversation.
I’ll bring the tea. You bring the truth.

You’re not broken. You’re becoming.

If your heart needs space to breathe, you’re in good company. Let’s stay in touch — no pressure, just warmth.