The Bridgework Project
Systems were never built for you. Let’s stop pretending they were.
You’ve held it together for so long.
You’ve worn the mask, carried the load, outperformed expectations.
You’ve learned how to make things work. But it’s costing you.
And lately… it’s not working anymore.
You’re not lazy, broken, or wrong.
You’re likely:
Neurodivergent (possibly late-diagnosed or still figuring it out)
High-capacity, high-masking, running on fumes
A parent, partner, or professional — with no space to just be
Exhausted from pretending you don’t need what you do
Desperate for change, but allergic to “blow up your life” advice
Bridgework exists for people like you.
The ones who’ve made it this far through brilliance, grit, and adaptation.
The ones who want to move forward differently, not just survive, but actually feel like themselves again.
What is Bridgework?
Bridgework is a coaching and workshop practice that helps late-in-life or high-masking neurodivergent adults shift from survival-mode to self-trust.
It’s not about tearing your life down.
It’s about learning how to size your growth for your actual capacity and building from there.
It’s where systemic clarity meets nervous system care.
Where we untangle what’s yours from what is required.
And where you practice moving from survival patterns into authentic choice.
My Framework: Applied Authenticity
Bridgework is built on the Applied Authenticity model — a practical, repeatable framework that helps you move from reflex → reflection → reality-aligned action.
This isn’t mindset work. It’s not about pushing harder or being better.
It’s about slowing down just enough to choose:
What do you want?
What patterns are still operating?
What feels real in your body?
What’s worth keeping — and what isn’t?
The Practice Loop helps you build toward change without collapse.
It’s iterative, embodied, and designed for real life.
What Clients Say
Rebekah Young - Senior Product Designer, Root Inc.
“Heather blends intuition, strategy, and real care. She didn’t just support my work—she helped shape my confidence. Watching her build Bridgework was no surprise. She lives what she teaches.”
Korosh Mohsenzadeh - Principal Software Developer in Test (SDET) at Baxter International
“Heather challenges broken systems with clarity and care. She made people feel seen in a tough environment and always led with integrity. The kind of leader who leaves a mark.”
Offerings
30-Minute Discovery Call
Light, no-pressure first step to see if Applied Authenticity is right for you. Whether you’re an individual eyeing 1:1 coaching or a company exploring workshops.
60-Minute Coaching Session
For when you need to pinpoint recalibrate, or set a quick boundary script.
90-Minute Coaching Session
If you want full sprint planning, body-signal mapping, or debrief of a live “experiment.”
Coaching Bundles
Starter Sprint
Three 90-min sessions over 4 weeks to test one focused change in a safe sandbox.
Full Iteration Cycle
Six 90-min sessions over ~10 weeks to run the complete Applied Authenticity loop from observation to Integration.
Sustain & Scale Retainer
One 60-min call/month and quarterly 90-min retro to offer ongoing support.
Why I Built This
Hi, I’m Heather, Founder of The Bridgework Project.
I spent two decades thriving in a world that quietly broke me.
On paper, I was successful. In practice, I was exhausted, performing at the cost of my well-being.
When I finally named my neurodivergence, everything clicked.
But most advice out there didn’t speak to people like me.
People with kids. Mortgages. Jobs. Relationships.
People who can’t afford to burn it all down, but know something has to change.
Bridgework is the the thing I wish I had:
A place where sustainability and authenticity are not opposites.
Where you can grow — on your terms — and stop pretending your pain is imaginary.
Ready to Start?
Let’s Talk. Not every coach is a fit — and that’s a good thing.
If this feels like it might be your right next step, book a 30-min Discovery Call.