A Bit About Myself
I value family, community, nature, aging and becoming, Indigenous beliefs and practises and continuing to learn.
I love elephants! I think of elephants as clearers of obstacles. They do this physically in the world by clearing paths, making way for light to shine on the path for plants to grow.
My Beliefs
I am spiritual and have a spiritual approach to life and to coaching. I believe in the universal energies, karma and “the force!”. Yes, I love Star Wars.
I believe all beings have a purpose for being in this physical world.
I believe in ancient forms of healing including Indigenous healing from many cultures.
I believe the earth is a playground for spirit.
I believe that every person is complete, resourceful and whole. You have the answers within.
I believe that challenges lead to our strengths.
What I have Overcome
This impacts who I am today:
- Childhood trauma/ Oldest child syndrome/Young adult trauma/ Big school debt and many years to complete/ My own separation and divorce/ Single parenthood/ Mixed Heritage Family/ Blended family/Supporting my Young Adults/ Menopause/Physical Injuries
“I know I could have overcome challenges and felt more supported if I had a Wellness Coach or a Lifecoach over the years. I would like to be that support for you.”
Why work with Me
- I have worked for 3 decades in the public sector in education and training, and building healthy communities. I can point you to the tools and resources you need.
- For 3 decades I have worked with a strength-based approach in meeting goals of individuals and groups.
- I can get you moving forward faster than you working alone. We can lay the foundation for lasting results – your future self will thank you!
Where I am today
- I lead a relatively low stress life. Friends describe me as calm, a good listener, and well balanced
- When I want a change to happen, I invest in myself and my own growth and learning. Change comes with stress so I use a coach to get support.
- I utilize many modalities to get healthy layers of support.
- Lifecoaching has made a huge impact: reinforcing healthy habits, managing perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and solidifying my sense of purpose to just to name a few!
- Expanded knowledge to help myself and others. Some of the key areas:
→ Energy work and Reiki
→ Cultural Indigenous Healing. I have an Spirit name which translates to First Light Woman and I recognize the power of spiritual healing. I also respect and have faith in non-westernized approaches.
→ Yoga Teacher Training
→ Life coaching! A culmination of my experiences so far!
My Education Qualifications
- Bachelor of Recreation Management, BA Sociology, Certificate in Addiction Counseling, MA Applied Health Sciences
- Reiki Master and Teacher
- 200 Hour Certified Yoga Instructor
- Certified Lifecoach
THIS IS HOW I CAN HELP YOU
Lifecoaching is a positive present focused way to move forward. It is goal oriented and solution oriented and I love this! Each person getting respect and recognition for their own solutions, that are inside themselves. A lifecoach is a guide that brings these out. I bring this out by:
Using a holistic spiritual approach grounded in positive psychology, and a growth mindset
Including wellness modalities such as breathwork, energy work, visualizations, discovery of personal affirmations, and healthy habits that suite you.
Progressing through increased awareness, balanced reflection and consistent action that leads to competence mastery. In these categories we also use a C.L.E.A.R method of goal setting, listening and learning, exploring options, acting and reflecting (Peter Hawkins)
What you get when working with me
On going support 1:1 coaching and supportive messages between sessions
Confidentiality and safe space
Dependability and commitment to your goals
Faster results than trying to figure out life alone
Change happens at the micro level and expands out to the macro level, like a ripple, like a wave, like many pebbles of sand that make up a beautiful beach. Progress in one area of your life may affect other areas.
In the right environment, each person is able to make a difference to themselves and others.
WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING
I am grateful for Tonya’s extraordinary patience and deep understanding. Her attentive listening and guidance were pivotal in helping me discover my own path and inner strength. With Tonya, I never felt judged, only warmly embraced and treated with genuine kindness, creating a nurturing environment for personal growth.
