Therapy for the strong friend who’s tired of being strong alone.

virtual services in CA, NV, &

PSYPACT Participating States

A group of Black women laughing together on a city sidewalk, embodying joy and sisterhood. Represents the contrast between the strong friend’s public happiness and the unseen emotional exhaustion of always holding it together alone.

You Hold Everyone Together—But Who's Holding You?

You’re strong, successful, and the one everyone depends on.

When things fall apart, you pick up the pieces. When someone needs support, you show up.

But beneath the polished exterior, beneath the poise and the resilience—you’re exhausted.

You’re tired of carrying it all, of feeling like rest is something you have to earn.

You pour into everyone else, yet somehow, your own needs always come last.

What would it feel like to be seen, not just for what you do, but for who you are?

You don’t have to keep holding it all alone. Let’s change that—together.

I provide virtual therapy for high-achieving women who are the strong friend—always holding it together, always showing up, yet secretly running on empty.

My approach goes beyond traditional talk therapy.

Together, we’ll unpack the invisible weight you’ve been carrying, challenge the belief that your worth is tied to what you do for others, and build a life where you can finally exhale.

This isn’t about just coping—it’s about transforming the way you show up for yourself so that peace, rest, and joy become your new normal.

This time, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’ve got you.

Professional headshot of Dr. Jacquelyn Johnson, a licensed psychologist and coach. smiling warmly in a green top. Her welcoming expression reflects her dedication to helping high-achieving women overcome overwhelm and embrace emotional wellness.

Hey, I’m Dr. Jacquelyn Johnson—but you can call me Dr. J!

I’m a licensed psychologist with over a decade of experience helping high-achieving women—just like you—break free from over-functioning, perfectionism, and the weight of always being the strong one.

I know firsthand how exhausting it is to pour into everyone else while silently wondering, Who’s there for me? And yes, I’m a recovering people-pleaser too! 🙋🏾‍♀️

That’s why I’ve dedicated my career to creating a space where you don’t have to have it all together—where you can exhale, reconnect with yourself, and finally put you first without guilt.

You were made for more than just surviving. Let’s begin.

👇🏾 Click here to learn more about my journey

 
A Black woman standing in a field, smiling with a sense of peace, representing the journey from overwhelm to prioritizing wellbeing through coaching.

Healing begins the moment you give yourself permission to pause. To breathe. To be truly seen.

You’ve carried the weight of the world on your shoulders, showing up for everyone, handling everything, and making it look effortless.

But behind the scenes? You’re running on fumes—exhausted, overextended, and wondering why giving your all never feels like enough.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

You deserve more than just getting through the day.

You deserve ease, joy, and the kind of rest that doesn’t come with guilt.

I help high-achieving women like you break free from the relentless cycle of over-functioning, perfectionism, and self-sacrifice.

Through virtual therapy, we’ll untangle the beliefs keeping you stuck, redefine what strength truly means, and create space for you to rest, heal, and finally put yourself first—without apology.

You don’t have to figure this out alone anymore. Your healing starts now. Let’s take the first step together.