This week, I sit down with Monique Elliott, a powerhouse in mental health, coaching, and leadership, to unpack a topic we all wrestle with—honoring both our emotional and physical pain instead of dismissing it. Monique dives deep into how we gaslight ourselves, often internalizing the dismissive messages of others as a misguided way to cope. She shares her own journey of finding her voice, breaking free from these patterns, and helping others do the same. As a licensed clinical social worker, executive life coach, and founder of Savy Counseling Services, Monique has worked with high performers—including celebrities and executives—guiding them through life transitions with clarity and confidence. Her insights will leave you feeling seen, empowered, and ready to stop minimizing your own experiences. Don't miss this conversation! Tune in now and let’s start honoring our full selves. MORE ABOUT MONIQUE: Monique Elliott is a licensed clinical social worker, executive life coach, and dynamic entrepreneur, dedicated to empowering individuals and athletes through life transitions. With a master’s degree in social work, Monique has built a distinguished career by offering tailored coaching and support to help clients reach their personal and professional goals. As the founder of Savy Counseling Services and Monique’s Locker, she works with clients across various sectors, including celebrities and business executives, guiding them to overcome obstacles and achieve success. Her leadership extends to S.A.V.Y. Success Achieved When Visioned by You, a platform focused on fostering personal growth and vision realization. Monique is also the producer and host of the impactful TV show Mind Health Matters, where she shares insights on mental health, wellness, and personal empowerment. An in-demand speaker, she motivates business executives and entrepreneurs to achieve monetary success while maintaining a balanced and fulfilled life. A global author, Monique’s writing and speaking engagements inspire countless individuals to embrace resilience and strive for excellence. Her work in women’s empowerment is reflected in her leadership at prominent conferences and events, where she continues to champion the voices of women in business, leadership, and beyond. With a passion for transforming lives, Monique Elliott remains at the forefront of coaching, growth mindset, and empowerment, helping people vision and achieve the success they deserve. Email: elliottmonique7@gmail.com Website: www.savyvision.com MORE ABOUT ME: I'm a mental health therapist, speaker, author and educator who helps organizations bridge the gap between knowing and doing the things that foster well-being, resilience and success. With expertise in school counseling, trauma-informed practices, and social-emotional intelligence (SEI), I help teams address the root causes of issues such as burnout, communication breakdowns, and resistance to change—rather than just treating surface-level symptoms. My engaging, evidence-based approach equips audiences with the skills to navigate discomfort, build trust and create healthier, more adaptive workplaces. I'm also a "Resolutionist" with Empowered Workplace Dispute Resolution, where I leverage my trauma-informed expertise to guide difficult conversations with compassion and clarity. I create safe spaces for resolving conflicts, turning challenges into growth opportunities. Whether working with frontline workers, organizational teams or educational leaders, I help people feel seen, heard and valued—transforming disputes into deeper understanding. MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME: * Subscribe to my newsletter for exclusive content, the latest news and more! I post a few times a month so I won't be inundating your inbox * If you know (or are) a business owner, nonprofit leader, or team manager who’s ready to invest in their people and create real, lasting change, connect us! Let’s partner to build workplaces where well-being and success go hand in hand. My online membership space is an incredible and affordable value add that helps you get at the root of obstacles to success and overall wellness. * Book me for a workshop or speaking event! Email me at cher@cheranderton.com * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Find me @cheranderton on Instagram and TikTok Disclaimer: My podcast and other work on social platforms are for educational purposes only and are not meant to be a replacement for professional mental health services. We are not creating a client/therapist relationship through social media, including comments and direct messages. This platform is not monitored 24/7 so if you feel unsafe or need immediate help in any way, please call an emergency number that can meet your needs.
