An invitation to thoughtful collaboration
Sometimes we’re so close to something we need an outside perspective to help us cut through the weeds.
These conversations are a place to untangle ideas, shape creative direction, refine storytelling, or reconnect with the heart of a project that matters to you.
Whether you're developing some sort of a narrative, a creative practice, or something you can’t quite name yet, I offer thoughtful guidance rooted in story, clarity, intuition, and honest creative conversation.
Creative Clarity Sessions
A 60-minute one-on-one session
Introductory Rate: $100
A focused conversation to explore a creative project, idea, transition, or question.
This is a great place to start if you are sitting on an idea you can’t stop thinking about, feeling creatively overwhelmed or disconnected, or at a creative crossroads and unsure where to begin
These sessions can include:
Brainstorming and ideation
Story and concept development
Creative direction
Feedback on work in progress
Clarifying the next step
Navigating creative blocks
Help getting clear on what feels true to you
You’ll leave with clearer direction, thoughtful reflections, and tangible next steps.
Creative Development Sessions
Ongoing or deep-dive support for meaningful creative work
Starting at $300
For creatives who want deeper support while developing a specific project.
These sessions are for you if you’d prefer more hands-on engagement and sustained attention over time.
This may include:
Reviewing manuscripts or visual work
Story structure and editing notes
Voice and messaging guidance
Ongoing feedback during development
Dedicated sessions around a specific project
Support is tailored collaboratively depending on the scope and rhythm of the project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are these sessions for?
Writers, filmmakers, artists, creatives, and anyone developing meaningful work that could benefit from thoughtful outside perspective.
Are sessions virtual?
Yes. Sessions take place over Google Meet.
Can I bring unfinished ideas?
Absolutely. Some of the most important work begins as fragments.
What does the base level of Creative Development Sessions include?
$300 includes:
Two 60-minute sessions
Review of one project or body of work beforehand
Written notes/reflections after each session
Limited email support between meetings
Support window: 30 days
Do you offer ongoing support?
Yes. Longer-term creative guidance is available for select projects.
Encourage Thought is designed as an interconnected creative ecosystem
where books, films, and creative guidance all help support one another. Every book purchased, creative session booked, and film contribution made helps sustain our ongoing creation of stories and projects rooted in meaning, beauty, and emotional resonance.