A therapist-created self-discovery journal to help you unpack your patterns, reconnect with your voice, and step into your next chapter.
Created by licensed therapist Kristian Brenes for the ones carrying what they were never meant to hold.
This isn’t just a journal—it’s a space to slow down, breathe, and finally hear yourself.
Created by licensed therapist Kristian Brenes, Dear Me is a self-discovery journal for the overthinkers, the feelers, and the ones carrying more than they were ever meant to. It’s for the version of you who’s been showing up for everyone else—but knows it’s time to check in with yourself.
Through a mix of powerful reflection prompts, therapist-informed questions, and calming black-and-white illustrations, Dear Me helps you unpack the thoughts, patterns, and emotions that have been weighing you down. You’ll start to recognize what’s been holding you back, reconnect with who you are, and begin showing up with more clarity, confidence, and compassion.
Whether you’re navigating anxiety, self-doubt, people-pleasing, or just trying to figure out who you are again—this journal is here to support you.
Inside, you’ll find space to:
Build emotional awareness and confidence
Reflect on your past and rewrite old stories
Explore your identity, needs, and boundaries
Gently release what no longer serves you
Reconnect with your voice and values
No pressure. No perfection. Just you, your journal, and a space to feel, reflect, and grow—one page at a time.
Disclaimer: This journal is not therapy and is not a substitute for mental health treatment. It is a self-guided tool created by a licensed therapist, but purchasing or using this journal does not create a therapeutic relationship.
Use of this journal is entirely optional and is not required for current or prospective therapy clients. It is offered as a separate personal growth resource for anyone seeking deeper reflection, self-awareness, and emotional clarity.
Your self-discovery journey starts here….
Dear Me is not just another guided journal — it’s a safe place to land when life feels overwhelming and your thoughts won’t slow down.
Created by a licensed therapist, this journal is designed to help you explore your emotions, your patterns, and your inner voice — without judgment, pressure, or perfectionism.
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A therapist-created journal to help you reflect, heal, and reconnect with the version of you that’s been buried under self-doubt, anxiety, and overwhelm.
The Dear Me Journal is for you if:
You want to journal but don’t know where to start.
You tend to spiral, overthink, or get stuck in your head.
You’re ready to reflect, grow, and start healing — but need some guidance along the way.
Inside, you’ll find:
Gentle prompts and therapist-informed reflections
Plenty of writing space to unpack your thoughts and feelings
Encouragement, grounding quotes, and affirmations to keep you going
Whether you’re just starting your healing journey or coming back to yourself after a difficult season, Dear Me was made to meet you where you are. This journal won’t give you all the answers — but it will help you slow down enough to hear your own. Here is what customers had to say:
“This journal helped me understand patterns I didn’t even know I had. It feels like someone gently walking with me through the hard stuff.”
“It was like having a therapist gently guide me — but on my own time, in my own space.”
This journal was created with so much care — the same kind of care I bring into the therapy room. It’s for anyone doing the hard work of healing, growing, and coming home to themselves. If you are in Apple Valley or in California and looking for in-person or virtual therapy, please check out my various Service Pages.