Hi there! I’m Valerie…
If you've ever stood in the middle of a room — or your life — and thought 'how did it get this overwhelming?'… you're in exactly the right place.
I'm a life and decluttering coach, cat mom, (slightly obsessed) birder, and the heart behind Intentional Soul.
I help women clear the clutter from their home, their mind, and their life — so they can finally take a breath, feel like themselves again, and start creating the life they actually want… one intentional step at a time.
My personal journey with clutter and overwhelm
I’ve spent much of my life feeling overwhelmed – by strong emotions (still traumatized by the opening scene of The Lion King!), too much socializing (at parties you’ll usually find me hanging out with the pets), and chaos of any sort – especially when it’s in my personal space.
I always thought I was just weird (which may still be true!), but a few years ago I discovered I'm an HSP — a Highly Sensitive Person. It means my brain is wired to process environmental and emotional stimuli more deeply than most people's, which leads to feeling overstimulated and overwhelmed pretty easily. That was a serious a-ha moment for me!
But before I even knew what an HSP was, I knew that clutter of any sort – physical stuff, too many tabs open in my browser, things out of place – has a direct connection to my mental well-being and ability to relax, focus, and be productive.
That’s probably why I’ve always loved decluttering and organizing, even as a kid. Most people would rather have a root canal than declutter a room, but for me that’s a good time!
My own experience has taught me that clearing clutter and organizing your space isn’t just about aesthetics – it’s about how you feel in your space. And how you feel affects how you show up in your life.
It also isn’t just about physical stuff.
There’s digital clutter (an out-of-control google drive and 85 open tabs in your browser), time clutter (a schedule that’s too full, often with a lot of things you don’t really want to do), emotional clutter (emotions you haven’t processed that are keeping you stuck, like guilt, grief, shame, and regret), and mental clutter (like ruminating thoughts and negative self-talk).
Everyone (HSP or not) is affected by their environment – it can either drain and distract you or calm and uplift you.
I truly believe that clutter clearing is one of the most underrated forms of self-care. Combining my coaching skills, background in wellness, and experience in decluttering and creating order from chaos seemed like a natural way for me to support women. It’s a perfect combo — like chocolate and peanut butter!
I've worked with hundreds of women from all walks of life — but women in midlife and beyond truly have my heart.
This season is unlike any other. It's the season when life asks you to shed what no longer fits and step into someone new. Maybe you're navigating an empty nest, downsizing, retirement, divorce, a loss, or simply a quiet but persistent feeling that the life you've been living isn't quite the life you want anymore.
In this season, decluttering isn't just about clearing space. It's about claiming it.
And I would be so honored to help you do that.
Clutter clearing is one of the most underrated forms of self-care. It's not just about your home — it's about your energy, your clarity, and your freedom to become who you're truly meant to be.
Ready to start your intentional living journey to a more fulfilling life? Start here!
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This is a simple but powerful journal practice for busy women who are short on time. Go from overwhelmed and stressed to calm and in control in just 10 minutes a day.
Discover journals, worksheets, and other helpful tools for your personal and spiritual development journey, created with love by me. (New items coming soon!)
You don’t have to solve all your problems on your own. Let me help you tap into your inner wisdom for clarity, confidence, and a clear path forward.
Fun facts about me:
✦ I love doing yoga with animals… so far that includes a horse, goats, a sloth, and of course, cats!
✦ My husband and I love travel and good food, so we’re always dreaming about our next foodie adventure
✦ I’m into Tarot, astrology, and all things “woo,” and I bring these into my work with clients
✦ I talk to myself all the time. I also talk to animals and plants.
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