About Jen
My Story
Hi, I’m Jen, and I’m so glad you’re here.
For more than 30 years, I’ve been learning about friendship the way most of us do: by living it. I’ve had friends who became family, friendships that quietly faded without either of us quite knowing why, and a few goodbyes that blindsided me and broke my heart. Every one of them taught me something.
Along the way, I’ve been a wife for more than three decades and a mom to two daughters, who are now grown women with friendships of their own.
Professionally, I’ve spent my whole career around people. I studied Communication and Organizational Management, worked in Human Resources, owned small businesses, and led teams of more than 100 employees. I completed graduate-level coursework in family and marriage counseling, and completed coursework to hear my certificate as a Relationship Coach.
But honestly? My best credentials are the lessons life taught me. Friendship Confidential is where I share them: honest stories, practical words for hard conversations, and the reminder that you’re not the only one who finds friendship complicated.
This is a slower, softer corner of the internet. I hope you’ll join me as we discuss the in’s and out’s of friendship, because in my opinion, it’s a topic that can and does affect us at a deep level, Friendship is a subject that is just not talked about enough. So let’s talk.
What I Believe About Friendship
A few truths that guide everything I share here.
Honesty is the kindest thing.
The best friendships can handle real conversations, even the hard ones.
Not every friendship lasts forever, and that’s okay.
Some friends are for a season. Letting go gently and respectfully is a skill, too.
It’s never too late to find your people.
New friendships can bloom at any age and in any season of life.
What Can I Do for You?
Whether you’re working through a friendship that feels off or just want honest conversation from someone who’s been there, here’s how I can help.
I coach and consult women through friendship challenges.
Through one-on-one Coachsulting, we’ll talk through what’s happening and find a path forward that feels right for you.
I share real stories and answer your questions.
On YouTube, The Friendship Diaries shares moments from my own life, and in The Vault, I answer the friendship questions you send me.
I give you the words for hard moments.
My friendscripts and guides help with such issues as you setting a boundary, reaching out after a long silence, or letting a friendship go with grace.
Need Advice?
Got a friendship question that’s been on your mind and heavy on your heart? Send it to The Vault. Your story stays anonymous, and I may answer it in an upcoming video or in a blog post.