ABOUT STEPH
The Dalai Lama was asked what surprised him most, he said "Man. Because he sacrifices his health in order to make money. Then he sacrifices money to recuperate his health. Then he is so anxious about the future that he does not enjoy the present; the result being that he does not live in the present or the future; he lives as if he is never going to die & then dies having never really lived."
Much of my 20’s & early 30’s was spent as a vegan yogi. At the time, those practices saved me. I found community & belonging in yoga/its principles so much so that I pursued a yoga teaching certification.
In the background I was running a vegan catering/food business, Detroit Gypsy Kitchen & in learning my clients true needs, I pursued a holistic health coaching certification. This training was about creating awareness around our relationships: with food/nutrition, with others, with our bodies & ourselves. A very loving & nurturing program to share.
After birthing my daughter Rosie & the Empowered Life Planner in 2017 & experiencing a hormone rollercoaster in postpartum, I dug into how specific macronutrients could support me back to a more balanced place mentally, physically & emotionally. I never thought I’d eat animals again, but there were signs that my body was asking for it & it was game-changing. This chapter also introduced me to talk therapy, cortisol, hormone & nervous system awareness.
When I found Detroit Thrive in 2018, I learned about functional training & how it could help me show up stronger & more resilient at a time when I felt the opposite. Any attempt to lift weights previous to this left me with a bad taste in my mouth. In early 2020, I was asked to take the role of health coach at Thrive & took a deep dive into macros coaching through the lens of measurable health outcomes & wellness optimization.
5+ years later, another handful of trainings (fasting, macronutrients, meditation, death doula, board certification) & 13 years into my coaching career I feel even more clear on how to help empower wellness & vitality. As long we’re ready & desire the shift, with small, manageable, safe & achievable steps (no shortcuts), the wellness goals we desire are within reach.
Understanding that 21st century wellness has come to focus on the individual, it’s my goal to be more community focused & create spaces where we heal together.
I’d love to learn about your goals on a complimentary 1:1 discovery call. Set it up HERE.
Whatever season you're in, I look forward to supporting you in living the most vibrant life possible.
COACHING TESTIMONIALS
Alex, Creative/Mama
There are plenty of coaches out there who can help you set & achieve goals, but Steph's magic is in helping you discover your 'why'. Steph has helped me tap into my inner voice & develop the confidence to listen to it. I was able to be vulnerable with her in ways that I hadn't ever in my life & it's a gift I will cherish long after the goals & ideas we discussed fade into the past. Her smile lit up many a Tuesday morning for me & her presence in my life continues to be one of endless encouragement and inspiration.
Gina, Seeker
The biggest overall change is my self doubt & guilt has subsided (significantly). I truly feel like I have become the expert on my health and happiness which makes it easier to shed the self doubt and insecurities. Feeling this empowered makes loving myself easy. Steph is a gentle, loving, open, radiant light with a truly special gift.
Angelique, Healer of Minds
With Stephanie's help I have lost 27 pounds since the beginning of our program, my blood pressure went from 170/100 to 120/80 consistently. I walk (breathing hard walking) 2-3 times per week. Most importantly I have a plan. I know the things that equal good health including primary and secondary foods.
Cheri, Boss
Working with Stephanie was a game changer! She was able to reign in my “all or nothing” mentality, so I could allow myself to celebrate even the small victories. The most significant overall change I have noticed has been my outlook on food. It is no longer the enemy but a nourishing tool. It is rare to find someone that has charismatic energy as well as expertise. She is the whole package and truly inspiring
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Callie, Mama/Blogger
Steph is OUR wellness coach. Over the years she has helped Ryan and me with diet and nutrition goals when we have veered so very far off course. She is passionate, approachable, knowledgeable, warm and kind. I could go on. The very best part of working with her is that our changes are all sustainable. They are becoming habit, our way of life. Wait, scratch that. The best part of working with her is doing it with my partner in life (Ryan).
Nicole, Yogi
Being a yoga teacher I have a lot of knowledge & life experience to help others, but it's easy to lose sight of the things I need the most for my personal development & wellness. Stephanie kept me accountable & gave me tips to remind myself how to feel truly great from the inside out. We practiced small steps to reach big goals & her support left me feeling that I can accomplish anything I put my mind to. Working with Stephanie was an absolute gift. My biggest take away: We all get off track, but it's all about making our rebound time shorter.
Kristina, Student
I reached out to Stephanie because i had strayed from healthy habits and patterns that i had once practiced. Stephanie helped me to feel empowered and confident. She taught me skills and tools to lead a more fulfilled life. I only met with her for a couple weeks but in those couple weeks I was able to gain knowledge about myself and my struggles, allowing myself to really grow. Thanks to Stephanie and the skills she taught me I now feel more inspired and motivated to take care of myself.
Diane, Teacher
Thank you SO much for helping me get back in shape, learn healthy habits, and boost my energy level! I hit rock bottom at the end of May and was really feeling down...and it changed my life! I could not have been more impressed! I thought it was going to be challenging to get down to 140, but when I hit that goal, I was motivated to keep going and set a new goal of 130. I finally made it!!!
Jaime, Teacher/Mom
I feel truly blessed to work with Stephanie. I have learned so much about myself & my power to live a joyful life. With her guidance I now have confidence that I can deal with stressful situations & have the tools to set boundaries which allow me to put myself first. I now make smart choices that I intuitively know are best for my healthy lifestyle. Filling my body with vibrant food while avoiding some of my old triggers have helped me stop binge eating and begin a new way of living. I am beyond grateful that I took the leap of faith and invested in myself because this work is life changing.
Jane, Exec/Mom
It was fantastic working with Stephanie. Her wellness program helped me organize and find areas where I wanted to improve on personal habits that created stress and kept me from moving forward on personal goals, such as weight loss, workouts, and healthier eating. The planner Stephanie creates contains inspirational quotes and my mantra to start my day on a positive note. With these new habits in place, I was able to lose more than 10 pounds and am continuing to lose weight. It was well worth the work and will do it again if I start to get off track.