Laura Cardona (she/her/ella)
I’ve been coaching professionally for a few years now, but truly I’ve been coaching unofficially for decades. Prior to getting into coaching I worked in the tv/film industry. I loved my work, but unfortunately had to walk away due to burnout. At that point I was left with no choice but to rebuild, so I took a deep dive into learning new mindsets and behaviors. It was then I discovered something impactful.
As smart, savvy, and strong-willed as I was (and even with the love and support I had from family and friends) I was on my own. I had to pave my own way. There were no mentors or people looking out for me. I had to figure out how to exist and grow in spaces that weren’t built for me, or worse…that didn’t want me. I allowed things I shouldn’t have allowed because I was so eager and grateful for any opportunity thrown my way. I paid my “dues” and then some but paid a far too high price for my own wellbeing.
I am both proud and saddened by how much I had accomplished without guidance. But as I moved through my healing, I kept getting nudged with this powerful message: You need to become the help you needed.
And here I am!
My coaching practice is a beautiful way to connect, heal, serve, and lift my community.
I come from a place of experience both professionally and personally. It’s amazing how different yet similar our stories are, so I have a modest awareness of where we come from.
I know what our parents had to go through. I know the mountains we have to climb, and the baggage we carry. Most importantly, I know what it takes to come out on the other side. It’s a wild ride sometimes, but I am here to stand by your side. I did the work and check me out! I get to dedicate my professional life to helping amazing people like you and me. This work is a joy, an honor, and a privilege.
There is absolutely no doubt in my mind that ALL of us can get to where we want to go…we just need a little helping hand.
I see you. I hear you. And I can’t wait to meet you!
My Approach
Say what you mean, mean what you say. And don’t say it mean.
I’m supposed to share all kinds of qualifications with you…I will boldly say my best qualification is that I am like you. I’ve done this work. I’ve walked through the fire. I’ve come out of the other side with a better knowledge on how to handle my shit.
I have training in many different modalities. I use and modify all of them according to your needs. If that sounds confusing or daunting, don’t sweat it. I keep things simple. And I keep it real.
My skills range from street smarts to fancy college degrees:
I am a trained Master Certified Professional Coach accredited by the International Coaching Federation.
I Coach in Wendy Amara’s Inspired Action Group Coaching Program.
I am a trained Mental Health First Aide.
I am a trained Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner.
I am a trained Certified Reiki Level II Practitioner.
I am a trained End of Life Doula, and used that practice as a hospice volunteer.
I regularly study and get trained on mindset tools from multiple sources.
I trained and volunteered/mentored in multiple programs for city youth and teens.
I trained and volunteered to teach adults how to read and write.
I’ve taught K-12 in New Jersey.
I’ve taught College level courses.
I’ve worked all kinds of odd jobs from cleaning services to uber driving, so I know the struggle bus.
I have both a Bachelor & Master Degree in Film.
I have a 20 year successful TV/Film career behind me that helped me hone my gift of storytelling (quick tidbit: our brain processes everything through story)
My Virgo Sun keeps my mind on details and order. (and for those that dig this info- I am a Pisces Moon and Taurus Rising)
I pull from all my experiences & knowledge and have created my own unique way to serve my clients.
I honor and cherish the work that I do, so I only take on clients I feel I can help. There is no wasting time or money on either end. If we vibe, we set you up for success from the get-go.
You showing up is enough.
The next steps we’re going to figure out together.
READY FOR A CHANGE?
If you answered YES! Keep reading….
We dive into your wants, desires, fears, dreams…that’s exciting but also scary. But what I offer you is a space to do this on YOUR TERMS.
And let me share this secret with you- You already have what it takes. You do.
All this personal growth work is about realigning oneself back to their center.
What’s that all mean? Life serves mannnnny twists and turns. We sometimes get lost and meander from our center or our core-being. But that core-being is there inside of you filled with love and heart.
Our work together is aimed at restoring your connection to that center AND learning how to live and love from that space.
