INTENTIONAL EXCELLENCE: Elevate Your Life

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with April Perreras—a passionate advocate, Registered Nurse, Certified Lymphedema Therapist, and breast cancer survivor from the Philippines. April opens up about her personal journey through breast cancer and how it led her to create Move Beyond Cancer, a platform that promotes early detection, healing through movement, and holistic recovery. April shares ho...

In this moving episode, Louise Dicks shares her powerful journey through burnout, trauma, and the heartbreaking loss of her daughter, Ella. She opens up about how that pain transformed her life and led her to create a heart-centered path of healing—helping others reconnect with their true selves and find emotional freedom.

This podcast features the powerful story of Girisha Andrea Steigler - a woman who transformed unimaginable pain into purpose. After surviving severe childhood abuse, Andrea began her healing journey at 30, but it was the loss of her father that unearthed the deepest layers of stored trauma. From those struggles, she rose to become a trauma-informed transformation guide, orgasm coach, and grief rec...

In this powerful episode, Lakeisha Barron-Brown shares her deeply personal journey through unimaginable losses from losing both parents to violence as a child to the heartbreaking death of her 21-year-old son. A grief coach and counselor, Lakeisha opens up about the pain, the healing, and how she now walks with purpose to support other grieving mothers. Her story is one of resilience, transformati...

In this powerful episode, Transformational Coach Alicia Angel shares her journey from silent burnout to radical self-healing. Once the woman who had it all together on the outside, Alicia opens up about the unraveling that led her to reclaim her identity, set fierce boundaries, and finally prioritize herself. Tune in as she reveals how she now helps other high-achieving women do the same through d...

This podcast features Conitra Cowans, a devoted mother and passionate advocate for survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse. She shares her powerful story of overcoming trauma, finding strength through chosen family, and reclaiming her voice. Conitra opens up about her healing journey and the inspiration behind her book, I Didn’t Know. This Is My Worth, offering hope to others who have face...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Alma Collins Thomas, an ordained minister, educator, motivational speaker, playwright, and author whose journey is a testament to unshakable faith and resilience. A devoted single mother, Alma faced the heartbreaking loss of her son Tysean in 2009 and, more recently, survived a debilitating stroke that has left her confined to her hospital bed. But even f...

In this powerful launch episode of Burned, Not Broken: Struggles Faced, Strength Found, we sit down with Lacole Smith—transformational leader, life coach, cancer advocate, and CEO of A L Publishing and Consulting. Lacole shares her incredible journey of overcoming tragedy, trauma, and illness with unwavering faith and resilience. From surviving a house fire and losing her mother to battling cancer...

In this episode, meet Whitney Mello- a powerhouse Online Business Manager, intuitive movement coach, and burlesque performer who helps others unleash their boldest, most authentic selves. After surviving a tornado at 9 years old and later battling depression and a fear of storms, Whitney rose from rock bottom, shedding 210 pounds and rebuilding her life with fierce self-love and purpose. Today, sh...

This podcast introduces Jen Rigley- author, motivational speaker, and personal transformation expert who leads the Lost Child Series with grace and power. Jen opens up about the trauma that shaped her, from losing her father young to enduring the loss of close family members and surviving breast cancer. Through raw honesty and inspiring conversations, she guides listeners on a journey of healing a...

This episode is a must-listen. Karen opens up about her childhood trauma, living with C-PTSD, and the journey that led her to become a licensed psychotherapist helping others do the same. From surviving a painful divorce and financial devastation to raising two special needs sons and losing over 100 pounds. Karen’s story is all about healing, growth, and reclaiming your power. She now helps women...

In this episode, we welcome Allure Unique, founder of Real Struggle Strength (R$S) Motivation, a movement dedicated to turning pain into power. As a single mother, author, and motivational coach, she shares her journey of overcoming childhood trauma and how it shaped her mission to help others transform their struggles into strength. Through R$S, Allure provides motivational speaking, community ou...

Join us for an inspiring podcast series where we explore the journey of self-discovery, healing, and resilience. In The Lost Child Series: Finding Yourself Beyond the Past, Scottish author and poet Mhairi Blyth shares her deeply personal experiences of using writing as an escape from childhood trauma and how storytelling became a path to self-empowerment. Through heartfelt conversations, we uncove...

In this powerful episode, Karen A. Dwyer-Tesoriero, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in Complex PTSD, shares her journey of healing from childhood trauma and adversity. Having faced personal struggles including financial hardship, single motherhood, and her own battle with CPTSD.Karen now dedicates her career to helping others break free from limiting beliefs and rediscover their self-worth...

Karen A. Dwyer-Tesoriero, a licensed psychotherapist specializing in Complex PTSD (CPTSD), shares her powerful journey of healing and transformation. As a single mother of two special needs boys, she overcame personal and financial hardships, rebuilt her life, and lost over 100 pounds. Now, she helps adults break free from trauma, challenge limiting beliefs, and reclaim their confidence. Tune in f...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jared Davis, an educator, advocate, and survivor of childhood trauma. Jared bravely shares his journey of enduring sexual abuse, battling shame, and struggling with food addiction as a way to cope with buried pain. For years, he kept his trauma hidden, but when isolation and depression became overwhelming, he found the courage to seek help. With the suppor...

In this episode, I sit down with Debbie Crouch from the UK, whose journey is a testament to resilience and self-discovery. After being told she would never be good at art, she abandoned her passionate only to rediscover it years later through therapy and personal growth. Debbie shares how she overcame bullying, neurological challenges, and single parenthood to build Art for Wellness, a thriving co...

This podcast, The Lost Child: Finding Yourself Beyond the Past, features Candice Ruggiero in conversation with Tammy Cox, a highly skilled Trauma Specialist. Tammy helps women rebuild their lives and relationships through profound emotional healing, with a core emphasis on inner child work. She guides listeners in identifying and healing unresolved traumas that impact their relationships, enabling...

In this episode of Intentional Excellence Podcast, Energy Healer and Spiritual Counselor Chris Wasko shares insights on healing from trauma, overcoming narcissistic abuse, and rediscovering your true self. Through energy work and nervous system regulation, she helps us break free from the past and step into our full potential.

This podcast dives into the journey of self-love, confidence, and transformation with Sophia Lorraine, a Self-Love & Confidence Coach, Belief Coding® Facilitator, and Hypnotherapist. Sophia shares powerful insights on resilience, breaking free from self-doubt, and the impact of subconscious reprogramming. Whether you’re overcoming life’s toughest challenges or looking to step into your most em...

This podcast is about thriving as a single parent while balancing career, family, and self-care. Mindset coach Angie Mays shares her journey from burnout to empowerment, offering practical strategies to reclaim energy and purpose. Tune in for inspiration and actionable advice to set boundaries, find balance, and truly thrive.

The Intentional Excellence Podcast Solo & Strong series continues with the incredible Vitelle - an actress, activist, author, and devoted mother of three. From starring in I Can Do Bad All By Myself and The Vampire Diaries to using her platform to support the homeless, Vitelle’s journey is one of resilience, authenticity, and balance. This conversation is especially meaningful as we discuss ho...

Our Solo & Strong Podcast show stories of resilience, faith, and transformation. Join Allison Steinke as she shares her journeys of overcoming adversity and finding strength while being solo. Sharing how she reclaims health and confidence, and stories of faith and resilience that touched so many listeners Keep going. You’re not alone! #SoloAndStrong #KeepGoing

The Intentional Excellence Podcast: Solo & Strong Series features Pauliana N. Lara - a public speaker, coach, lawyer, and unstoppable single mom. With two decades of legal experience, she’s on a mission to show working moms they can have both career success and family fulfillment. Pauliana shares powerful insights on balance, stability, and joy proving you don’t have to choose between work and...

This podcast features Kat Schwarz, a holistic healer and coach, sharing her journey from physical therapy to trauma-informed healing. She discusses how a personal crisis led to a spiritual awakening and a new approach to mental wellness. Kat’s story highlights the power of holistic healing, mindfulness, and resilience in overcoming trauma.