Frequently asked questions
I offer hands-on, personalized organizing support with care, patience, and attention to detail. Find answers about my services, process, and pricing below. If you have a question that isn’t answered here, please contact me.
What does a professional organizer do?
An organizer helps clients decide which possessions still fit the lifestyle they’re living and makes sense of what remains. My background in counseling allows me to work with clients who have struggled with disorganization in the past, or who are navigating complicated emotions, such as anxiety, grief, stress, or overwhelm, when letting go of clutter.
Do you help with downsizing and moving?
I absolutely help with downsizing before a move, but I don’t provide moving services or schedule movers.
My assistant and I come to your home or office to help you make clear decisions about what will fit your new space and lifestyle—and what no longer suits you.
We can sort items for donation and place items in the designated trash area as needed. We don’t provide packing or moving services, but we’re happy to unpack and help you settle into your new home.
How does the consultation work?
A consultation may be done either via Zoom or in your home. If it’s in your home, I’ll walk through your space and take photos while I ask questions to understand what you’ve experienced with decluttering in the past and what’s not working for you now.
If the consultation is via Zoom, you’ll send photos of your space ahead of time. In both cases, I’ll ask targeted questions to identify the underlying issues and determine your goals for the space.
Photos are used to understand your space and plan your project. I will not share images of your home without your permission.
What areas do you serve?
In-person organizing is currently available in the Birmingham, Alabama area, including Hoover, Trussville, Bessemer, Pelham, Helena, Mountain Brook, Irondale, Gardendale, and Chelsea, as well as nearby small towns and communities. I can provide in-home services outside the Birmingham area for an additional fee.
I offer organizing and decluttering coaching via Zoom to clients outside the Birmingham area. Sessions are conducted in English.
How long does decluttering take?
Decluttering time depends on the pace you and your organizer agree on together. If you’re ready to move quickly and you’re actively involved, sessions can feel fast and progress is typically quicker. If the process brings up emotions, such as grief, stress, or major life transitions, we move more slowly to give you time to process as we clear the space.
You can also choose the rhythm that works best for you; working a few days per week or pausing between sessions when you need to catch up emotionally.
What will my project cost?
Every project is unique. The total cost depends on the type of support you choose and how you prefer to approach the sessions. I’ll explain the pricing before we begin, and we’ll decide together how to proceed one session at a time.
Have a question that isn’t answered here?
Contact me to discuss your organizing goals and find the right next step.