Meet Dr. La Tonya Powers
The Master Life Strategist
Dr. La Tonya Powers – Life Strategist | Author | Empowerment Leader | Master Life Coach
My journey has been shaped by trials, heartbreak, and hidden battles. For years, I silently carried the weight of depression, the scars of childhood trauma, and the consequences of decisions rooted in pain. But through it all, I discovered my purpose—and I triumphed.
From an early age, I recognized a divine gift within me: the call to help others. Yet my path was far from easy. Molestation, suicidal thoughts, and broken self-worth marked my early years. I made choices from a place of pain—entering unhealthy relationships, missing life-changing opportunities, and battling in silence with depression that grew into debilitating panic attacks.
The turning point came when I decided to fight back—not with bitterness, but with faith, healing, and purpose. Through prayer and my unshakable belief in God, I began to rediscover the very gift He placed in me. It led me out of my darkest moments, including two failed marriages and the trauma of abuse. During one of the most painful seasons—divorcing while raising my first son—I experienced a mental and emotional breakdown. I had nothing left to give.
But God wasn’t finished with me.
In the midst of my rebuilding, I was invited to speak at my first conference. That moment ignited a fire in me that has never burned out. In 2007, I earned my Doctorate in Theological Studies from Bethel Bible Institute, followed by an honorary Doctorate in 2014 from Thomasville Christian University. I continued to grow—becoming a Master Life Coach, receiving extensive certifications in business strategy, NLP, CBT, PTSD, leadership coaching, spiritual coaching, and more. My journey of learning never ends because my passion to help others never fades.
Today, I am the author of several transformational works, including *Spiritual Detox: Rehab for the Soul, Eli’ora: Warrior Princess, and The 12 Minutes to Change Devotional. I've been honored to share my story on radio, national platforms, and BET’s reality show Being, where I helped guide a family toward healing. My insights have reached broader audiences through features in Sheen Magazine, Voyage, and Canvas Rebel.
As the founder and director of The Transform You Empowerment Group, my mission is simple but powerful: to equip others with the tools they need to rebuild, rediscover, and reignite their lives. I believe healing is possible. Restoration is possible.
"I too have been in a place called " I can't do this anymore". Believe me, there is a strategic way out!"- Dr. Powers
"I have the power to shift what I acknowledge, even when I wonder if I can change it."- Dr. Powers
Strategy is key when it comes to making lasting change. At Transform You Empowerment Group, we pride ourselves on being experts in helping our clients define and execute a strategic plan to achieve their goals. From developing healthy habits to building stronger relationships, we're here to help you thrive in every area of your life by giving you the tools you need to succeed.
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Whether you’re looking to break through career barriers, realize your entrepreneurial dreams, or simply improve your personal life, Transform You Empowerment Group can help you develop a clear and actionable plan for success.