Uplift: a blog by Vertical Healing

Hi there—I'm so glad you're here.
I’ve thought about starting this blog for a long time, and there’s no time like the present, so here we go. If you're looking for honest conversations, practical tools, and space to reflect on your mental health journey, you're in the right place.

I'm Jaymi, a licensed clinical social worker, and the founder of Vertical Healing. I’ve spent years helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, relationship struggles, identity questions, burnout—you name it. Mental health touches every part of life, and while it can be hard to navigate, it gets easier when we can talk about it honestly. I believe it becomes more manageable when we talk about it openly and without judgment.

This blog will be a space where I share insights from the therapy room, explore big emotional themes, and offer real tools to help you cope, grow, and understand yourself better. We’ll cover topics like boundaries, emotional regulation, self-worth, communication, and whatever else life throws your way. My goal is to normalize the struggle, give practical support, and maybe even offer a little peace in the process.

My style? Think: honest, compassionate, and no fluff. I won’t pretend everything’s easy, but I will always aim to be clear, grounded, and real with you. Some days, we might talk about the science behind stress. Other days, it might just be about what to do when you’re feeling lost and don’t know where to start.

If something resonates with you, I’d love to hear from you. Leave a comment, send a message, or share what topics you want to see explored. This space is for you as much as it is for me.

Thanks for being here. Let’s get started.