About Me

My journey toward organizing began long before I knew it would become my career. As a child, I loved rearranging my bedroom, constantly seeking the perfect layout. However, my official start came in 2008 when I enrolled in an online Interior Design course. In early 2009, life took a turn when I welcomed my fourth child into a home that suddenly felt much smaller (and without a fifth bedroom). I quickly realized that interior design, for me, was less about aesthetics and more about functionality and organization. This realization led me to pursue training in professional organizing and join the National Association of Productivity & Organizing Professionals (NAPO).

After a few years of helping people reclaim their spaces, one client shifted my perspective in an unexpected way; I had worked tirelessly to get her home in order, only to discover that she immediately listed it for sale, and it sold almost instantly. Inspired by the idea of aligning clients with homes they loved, and what appeared to have less work involved, I decided to explore real estate and became a REALTOR®.

While real estate allowed me to stage homes and guide clients through the process of preparing their spaces to sell quickly and profitably, the demanding schedule took a toll on my family life. With four young children at home, I was missing moments I could never get back, and they were missing me. After much soul-searching, I chose to step away from real estate to focus on raising my family.

During that time, I continued organizing with varying levels of commitment. I even launched what would now be called an "affiliate program" with an online company selling organizing products, under the name "OrganizeIt". As my children grew and my life evolved, so did my understanding of what organizing truly means. 

Today, I don’t just help people organize their spaces, I empower them to take control of their lives, no matter what “mess” they’re facing. In 2019, I earned my first coaching certification in "Happiness Life Coaching" and by 2020, I became a certified "Master Life Coach" and "Life Purpose Coach".

Help My Mess! is founded on the belief that every problem, whether physical or emotional, has a solution. By addressing both the clutter in your space and the challenges in your life, I help create personalized strategies to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace of mind.

Through years of personal and professional experience, I’ve discovered that a well-organized home is the foundation for wellness, clarity, and supports one to live a life which makes them happy. My studies in how our physical surroundings impact mental health and well-being are backed by extensive research, reinforcing the deep connection between our environments and overall wellness.

With a background in cosmetology, professional organizing, image consulting, and certified life coaching, I bring a holistic approach to transformation. My mission is to help you create a space, and a lifestyle, that supports your well-being and elevates your everyday experience.

Together, we’ll build sustainable habits and design an environment that feels calm, balanced, and deeply aligned with the woman you’re becoming.

When life gets messy, think of me!       

     Vanessa