Today we’d like to introduce you to Atiya Spencer.
Hi Atiya, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
I believe my journey began at the age of 15 years old when I was abducted. I seen life in a different perspective because what I thought would never happen to me did, and I no longer wanted anyone to be naive to the realities of life. That devastating experience took the innocence that was left of me and turned into turmoil. With two years left of High School, I was stuck figuring out what path I wanted to take in life. I knew that I wanted to bring awareness to abduction for young girls but didn’t know-how. As a freshman in college, majoring in Mass Communication, I began to target all my projects around abduction, rape, and domestic violence. Not wanting to become another statistic, I sadly fell into the category. I wanted to break the cycle because I was determined to end this “general curse.” Hearing stories of family members being victims of domestic violence, witnessing my forever friend being raped, and even myself being a victim to my own traumas, I knew that change was the only solution.
I became an advocate for women who have been a victim of trauma and began volunteering with the YWCA of Richmond to strengthen resilience and empowering women. Many young woman began to gravitate towards me as I spoke proudly on my platform of “Overcoming Adversities One Obstacle At A Time” to assure they were aware of the truths of life and to gain a safe space because most women don’t. I became a vessel across many college campuses in Virginia and North Carolina. I have five years of experience working in the mental health field where I felt I was making a change but It just wasn’t enough. One day, I came across an advertisement on Instagram of attending Life Coach School with a chance of winning a scholarship. Contemplating all day if this was a sign from God, I applied and two days later received an email stating that I was the scholarship recipient. I found my niche as an Empowerment Life Coach and started my own coaching business called “A.K.S Coaching.”
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It has not been a smooth road at all. After completing Life Coach School, I was stuck figuring out where to begin. I was so scared of failing that I became the obstacle in my way. I struggled with creating my website because I wanted it to be perfect. It took me a whole year to launch due to my own imperfections. It became a challenge for me to create content daily due to having this new platform. I was known for posting inspirational and motivational quotes on social media sporadically, however, after announcing I was a Certified Life Coach, people were expecting me to post daily. I had to find balance in creating content for my social media pages because although I was providing “free gems,” I still wanted to help at least one person even if they couldn’t afford my services. Another obstacle was learning that everyone will not support you and your business isn’t made for everyone. I had to learn how to not get discouraged and to not alter my business for others.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am a Certified Life Coach that specializes in empowerment life coaching. I offer nine years of mentoring and empowering experience. What sets me apart from others is that I don’t do it for the money but to truly be a servant to others. I am eager to build confidence, self-love, personal development, good character, and severing toxic relationships by overcoming adversities one obstacle at a time. I inspire to assist empowerment seekers by cultivating their faith into a purpose-driven life. I have proud solid track record of encouraging young woman to maximize the value they bring, accepting themselves, and a lifestyle that promotes a healthy mind, body, and spirit. I am most proud of the results of clients leaving feeling enlightened and inspired with the blueprint for transformation and personal development through a deep desire only they can create. I strive to help my clients become a better version of themselves.
Have you learned any interesting or important lessons due to the Covid-19 Crisis?
I have learned that this pandemic was necessary for me. It was very pivotal for me to start my own business during this time. With everyone experiencing loss, dealing with depression, and trying to find some hope during this crisis, a life coach was needed. So many people reached out to me for advice and I received an abundance of support through social media from the motivational quotes I would post. It’s crazy because I too dealt with depression during this Covid-19 crisis but instead, I turned my experiences into a business. I healed myself by helping others because ironically, we were all going through the same thing. The biggest lesson I took from this crisis was to “Let Go and Let God.” God sat us down to find our passions and find who we truly are. I learned to love myself again despite what I was facing and realized I was just existing instead of living. I learned how to not keep myself at such a low place because in the end, I will be the only one holding myself back.
Pricing:
- Free -20 min Discovery Call that is intended to identify whether I am able to assist you with your goal(s) and to answer any questions that you may have pertaining to my coaching sessions.
- $75-100-Clarity Call/1 session. This optional 45- 60 minute session is to help you overcome any adversities you may be facing one obstacle at a time. The Clarity Call is designed to identify your goals, roadblocks, and any trauma you may be facing to provide you with realistic steps to become a better version of yourself. My goal is to help you embrace your flaws and empower you to see your greatest potential.
- $500/4 sessions The “Comeback Kid” Bundle. The “Comeback Kid” Bundle will consist of (4) 60 minute sessions during the duration of 2 months to achieve a personal goal. During the 2 months, we will work diligently to identify your obstacles, create a personalized plan, and homework assignments to work towards achieving your goal. This package includes: -Four 60 minute one on one sessions (1 call bi-weekly) -A personalized plan -Accountability Homework – Email/Text support
Contact Info:
- Email: lifecoachatiyak@gmail.com
- Website: https://lifecoachatiyak.wixsite.com/akscoaching
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachatiyak/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachatiyak
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/lifecoachatiyak
