Your Coaches
Latonya Brumfield, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPLC
Latonya is a certified professional life coach dedicated to helping individuals unlock their full potential and live their best lives. With over 20 years of experience as a nurse, entrepreneur, educator, and coach, she brings a unique blend of expertise and passion to her coaching practice.
Her journey began as a nurse, where she developed a deep desire to see her patients thrive and achieve their health goals. This led her to explore the field of coaching, and over the past 15 years, she has coached family, friends, colleagues, and even strangers, helping them overcome obstacles and create meaningful change in their lives.
As the founder of Always UP Coaching (AUPC), she is committed to empowering individuals like you to achieve their goals, realize their dreams, and ultimately live a more fulfilled life. Her coaching services encompass various areas, including personal growth, leadership development, public presence, academic success, entrepreneurship and goal achievement.
Latonya believes in the power of miracles, and she is dedicated to guiding her clients in the process of creating their own miracles. Through affirming, inspiring, and motivating coaching sessions, she will support you in unlocking your true potential and embracing a life of purpose, joy, and success.
In addition to her coaching practice, she has a strong background in healthcare, including leadership, education, and policy development. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing Education and will soon be awarded a Doctor of Nursing Practice. She has also been recognized for her clinical practice and has served on various councils and committees within the nursing community.
She is truly passionate about helping individuals like you tap into their inner strength, discover their unique gifts, and overcome any obstacles that stand in their way. Together with Latonya, you will embark on a transformative journey of personal growth, empowerment, and achievement.
If you're ready to take the next step towards a more fulfilled life, we invite you to connect with Latonya to embark on an empowering journey together. Book a free coaching session using the link below, and explore
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Owner and Principal Coach
Lacole Smith, CPLC
Associate Coach
My name is Lacole Smith and I am an Author Coach. As an author coach with a passion for helping writers achieve success, I have spent the last five years helping aspiring writers turn their dreams into reality. With a deep understanding of the writing process and the publishing industry, I provide personalized coaching and guidance to writers of all levels and genres.
My approach is focused on helping writers develop their craft, overcome creative blocks, and navigate the publishing world with confidence. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your writing to the next level, I am committed to providing the support and tools you need to achieve your goals.
In addition to my coaching work, I am also a published author in my own right, with several works of non-fiction to my name. This experience has given me a unique perspective on the challenges facing writers today, and I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and expertise with others.
If you're looking to improve your writing skills, build your author brand, or take your career to the next level, I am here to help. Let's work together to make your writing dreams a reality.
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Laverne Scott, BS, RN
Associate Coach
Laverne Scott Wright is a highly qualified professional with a wealth of experience in nursing and coaching. In addition to her 20 years of nursing experience, she is also a certified career coach Laverne's commitment to coaching is rooted in her passion for helping others achieve their goals and reach their full potential. Her approach to coaching is grounded in her belief in servant leadership and her dedication to helping others grow and succeed. Her coaching style is both practical and spiritual, focusing on tangible steps for personal and professional development while also encouraging individuals to connect with their faith and purpose.
In addition to her certification as a career coach, Laverne holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology. Her background in sociology gives her a unique perspective on human behavior and social dynamics, which she applies to her coaching and nursing practice.
As a nurse leader for over 5 years, Laverne has been a strong patient advocate, and she is currently working in employee development at Fresenius Medical and as a nursing instructor at Baton Rouge Community College. She is also a member of a woman fellowship group called “She Declared War” and a prayer warrior. Additionally, Laverne is a Healing Touch Level 1 certified practitioner.
Laverne can serve as a growth coach, a leadership coach, a guide to bringing faith into the workplace, a spiritual coach, and a life coach. She is also the Co-Host of the live show and podcasts Selfcare Saturdays and Mental Health Mondays. Her dedication to her profession and her faith is further evident through her involvement with the American Nephrology Nursing Association, where she currently serves as the Vice President in Baton Rouge, LA. She is also a member of the Tau Chi Chi chapter of Chi Eta Phi Professional Nursing Sorority and the owner of D WrightWay Transport.
As a believer in the power of growth through discomfort, Laverne encourages others to take risks and embrace challenges. Her faith-based approach to life is rooted in Romans 12:1-2 Message Version, which reminds her to "take your everyday, ordinary life - your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life - and place it before God as an offering."
Laverne Scott Wright is an inspiring leader, mentor, and professional who is committed to making a positive impact on the world. Her dedication to nursing, coaching, and faith has made her a valuable resource and an example to follow for those looking to grow and succeed in their personal and professional lives.
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