amae — a Japanese word for the comfort of trusted care
the quiet trust that comes from knowing you don’t have to do it all alone
Support for the people who hold others.It’s the foundation of secure attachment, mutual support, and emotional safety.
At Amae Wellness, you will feel heard, and be supported in self reflection.
Hello!
I’m Krista
Licensed Therapist, Parent Coach, Reflective Consultant—and fellow mom, partner, and caregiver.
Whether you're raising a little one or showing up every day to support others, caregiving can feel both deeply meaningful and incredibly heavy.
I help parents and professionals slow down, reflect on what matters, and find practical tools that actually fit real life. My work blends compassion, evidence-based approaches, and just the right amount of permission to be human.
Therapy in Alaska & Idaho.
Coaching Nationwide.
Reflective Consultation for the Emotionally Employed.
Caring for Others Is Deeply Meaningful….
and Deeply Demanding
The journey of parenting (and caregiving in all its forms) is full of emotional ups and downs.
And sometimes, the tools you’ve always relied on don’t feel so supportive.
If any of the following feels familiar, I have tailored support that can create a shift in feeling stuck.
Anxiety used to be manageable. Now, as a parent, it feels like anger and it’s harder to control.
What used to help doesn’t work now—or you don’t have time for it.
You’re constantly scrolling for answers, trying to find the “right” approach—but even when something resonates, it’s hard to apply it in the moment.
…..or, even when you know what might help, it’s hard to use it when you’re stressed. You end up feeling frustrated.
You want support—but it’s hard to trust that someone will really get the complexity of your all that you carry.
You may find yourself thinking: “This just doesn’t feel the way I thought it would.”
Whether you're a parent, a professional caregiver, or someone holding both roles at once, you deserve support that honors the work you're doing and tends to the parts that need care and relief.
Together, we’ll explore:
How to shift your inner dialogue and respond to your own tension with more clarity and kindness
Practical ways to reduce tension and that sense of constantly being on edge
New rhythms of care—for yourself, your relationships, and the people you're showing up for
A space where all the complicated, beautiful, and messy feelings are welcome
Sessions are private and online, so you can get support from home.
Support isn’t about fixing; it’s about being seen in how you do your hardest work.
You don’t have to white-knuckle your way through this season.
You don’t have to carry it alone.
Taking the first step towards support can feel scary.
Reaching out and receiving help doesn’t mean you are flawed or “not cut out for this”.
It does mean you are a human navigating incredible challenges—and you are reaching out to an expert in the space to receive the best possible care for you and your family. You are incredible for that.