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Ask Dr. Monica – “How do I protect my mental health through repeated PCS’s?”
Dear Dr. Monica,
I am preparing for yet another move, and while I know this is part of military life, I can feel the mental and emotional fatigue building. Each PCS brings a mix of logistics, uncertainty, and the pressure to quickly rebuild a sense of normalcy for my family.
Caitlin Lewis USMC Spouse of 18 YearsCamp Lejeune, NCย Meet Caitlin Lewis, a Marine Corps spouse whose nearly two decades of Family Readiness leadership reflect deep commitment, innovation, and heart for military families. She has built systems and communities that ensure spouses feel informed, connected, and supported, and is known for turning big-picture readiness goals…
Welcome to Ask Dr. Monica, a space where real questions from military spouses get honest answers from a licensed therapist who understands the realities of military life. Dear Dr. Monica, I am preparing for yet another move, and while I know this is part of military life, I can feel the mental and emotional fatigue building. Each PCS brings…
Jillian Cortez USMC Spouse of 23 YearsOkinawa, Japanย ย Meet Jillian Cortez. For more than two decades as a Marine Corps spouse, Jillian Cortez has quietly and consistently dedicated herself to serving others, leaving a lasting impact on every community she calls home. In Twentynine Palms, she kept the local food bank stocked, organized meal drives,…
Tina Manning USMC Spouse of 19 YearsCamp Pendleton, CA Meet Tina Manning, a Marine Corps spouse who has embraced the adventure of military life while building a reputation as a steady connector and community builder. Married to her high school sweetheart since 2007, Tina found her passion for serving fellow military families through volunteering in…
Megan Slaton USMC Spouse of 9 YearsCamp Pendleton, CA Meet Megan Slaton, the heart and hands behind Sugar, Spice, and All Things Iced, a home bakery rooted in faith, family, and patriotism. A military spouse currently stationed at Camp Pendleton, Megan has built more than a business. She has created a ministry through baking, using…
Rachael Kolb USMC Spouse of 16 YearsMCB Hawaii Meet Rachael Kolb, a Marine Corps spouse whose work strengthens readiness by helping families feel informed,ย connected, andย supported. Today, Rachael serves as the Marine Corps Family Team Building Program Manager on Marine Corps Base Hawaii, where she equips Unit Readiness Coordinators with current information, resources, and training so…
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