◈ Homepage — https://emergetoilluminate.com/HOMEABOUT ME ABOUT ME MY STORY TESTIMONIALSSERVICES HOLISTIC COACHING (THE MIND) TENSION & TRAUMA RELEASE (THE BODY) CLASSES & PROGRAMS PUBLIC SPEAKING BOOK A CALLMY INSIGHTSCONTACT ME Transform Your Pain Connect With Purpose Revive Your Energy I provide wellness coaching to support burned-out parents who seek to foster deeper, more joyful relationships with their children. “Parenting is not about what you need to do, it’s about who you need to BE for your children.” I am Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong, your Parent Whisperer. I want to acknowledge the incredible importance of your role as a parent. You possess the power to shape the lives of your children, guiding them towards positive paths that allow them to make a lasting impact on the world. I have immense respect for each and every parent I work with. My purpose is to bring out the best in you as parents, so that you can bring out the best in your children. Parenthood is a remarkable and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming at times. We all want to be the calm, patient and understanding parents we aspire to be, but sometimes our emotions can get the better of us. The good news is that you have the ability to regain control and find harmony within yourself. As your Parent Whisperer, I provide tailored strategies and body-mind tools designed to help you destress, improve your overall well-being and cultivate a positive mindset. Together, we will explore various aspects of your life, including physical health, emotional and mental well-being, and self-care routines. By addressing these areas, you will gain the necessary tools to meet the demands of parenting with renewed energy and enthusiasm. There is more. When you find peace within yourself, you unlock the potential to foster deeper, stronger and more loving bonds with your children. You create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive, building resilience that will support them throughout their lives. Remember, this journey is not just about you—it's about both you and your children thriving together. Through our work together, we will create a positive ripple effect that extends far beyond the walls of your home. I am here to support you every step of the way as we uncover your innate parenting wisdom and ignite the spark within you. Together, we will navigate the challenges, celebrate the joys, and embark on a transformative journey that will leave a lasting impact on your family. ❤️ MY MISSION & VISION ❤️ IF YOU ARE A PARENT … I AM a champion for you being the best for your children. I care for the inner child of every one of you I work with. I heal and transform your pain into power. I support your connection to purpose. I help you to express your gifts. I guide you to cultivate a peaceful, calm state of Being, so you can express your love for your children more powerfully. I do all of this work because my heart is deeply touched by the innocence and sensitivity of all children, including yours. My life is an expression of my respect and passion for all children and your family. My work breaks transgenerational patterns, and helps build a more loving, compassionate and courageous world for ourselves and our future generations. As a parent, you have the ability to inspire. Through this, we can transform the world together. It begins with you and me. ❤️ BOOK AN EXPLORATORY CALL Sign me up! Be the first to get tips, insights, offering and events to guide your spiritual journey and improve your well-being. SIGN UP We respect your privacy highly. Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service ◈ Interior Pages — 16 pages crawledBlog — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me   Featured October 3, 2023 Is Your Superhero Syndrome Causing Your Burnout? October 3, 2023 Your Superhero Syndrome — the “I can do it all” attitude — could be causing you to burn out. Read more → October 3, 2023 September 25, 2023 Parents: Our Words Matter September 25, 2023 Heal your pain. Watch what you say to your children. Read more → September 25, 2023 September 5, 2023 My Podcast: Prioritize Your Well-Being Like Your Life Depends on It September 5, 2023 Read more → September 5, 2023 September 2, 2023 Resist Judgement: Embracing Your Child's Emotions September 2, 2023 Read more → September 2, 2023 July 3, 2023 Appreciate the Simplest Life Moments to Reduce Stress July 3, 2023 Read more → July 3, 2023 June 19, 2023 Enhance Teens' Well-Being Through Reflective Parenting June 19, 2023 Enhance teens' well-being through reflective parenting Read more → June 19, 2023 June 1, 2023 Nurturing Your Child’s Success June 1, 2023 Nurturing Success: Empowering Children to Recognize Their Gifts for Achieving Greatness Read more → June 1, 2023 May 25, 2023 U-Turn Support: Empowering Parents for Lasting Change and Child Well-being May 25, 2023 Read more → May 25, 2023 May 10, 2023 Webinar: How to Release Stress For Your Mental Well-Being May 10, 2023 Read more → May 10, 2023 January 23, 2023 Parents, Burnout Can Impact Your Child January 23, 2023 Even when you are a loving parent, chronic stress not only affects your own health and well-being, but also your children's. Read more → January 23, 2023 January 18, 2023 Why Am I Inspired to Work With Parents? January 18, 2023 I observed a consistent pattern in adults where the experiences of a wounded child carry over and negatively impact their adult lives. Read more → January 18, 2023 January 5, 2023 Caring For Your Well-Being While Supporting Vulnerable Children January 5, 2023 In 2023, when you sign up for my parent wellness coaching service, 5% of your fees will go to a non-profit organization that supports children and families. Read more → January 5, 2023 July 6, 2022 Tech CEO Empowers Daughter to Support Her Growth July 6, 2022 Read more → July 6, 2022 May 23, 2022 Parenting Helps Me Become a Better Leader, Says Phil Wilkins May 23, 2022 Read more → May 23, 2022 April 22, 2022 From Childhood Pain to Empowerment April 22, 2022 A inspiring and heart-warming story of Stella Leaburn , an executive headhunter who talked about her childhood traumas. She was determined to stop the transgenerational traumas from being passed down to her children. Read more → April 22, 2022 April 3, 2022 Lessons Businessman Shaun Rein Learned As a Dad April 3, 2022 While Shaun talks a lot about business on media outlets like CNN and BBC, you will see a different side of him here because our conversation was about parenting! This is my first in a series of interviews on the topic of parenting. His recent Linkedin about his son's entrepreneurial efforts caught my attention and that's what led to our conversation. Read more → April 3, 2022 March 19, 2022 Listen to Your Body When You Tremble March 19, 2022 Tremors help me feel less stressed, less anxious, more relaxed in public speaking and easier movements during swim. Read more → March 19, 2022 March 16, 2022 How Your Past Experiences Shape Parenting March 16, 2022 What we teach our children often comes from how we perceive the world. That perception is influenced by our experiences and what we absorbed from parents, culture, the society and more. Read more → March 16, 2022 March 14, 2022 How One Coaching Model Shifts My Views About Everything March 14, 2022 Read more → March 14, 2022 March 9, 2022 Here's What My Coaching is About March 9, 2022 I coach about Freedom, Love, Joy, Peace, Power. Read more → March 9, 2022 March 8, 2022 My Mission & Vision March 8, 2022 Read more → March 8, 2022 January 1, 2022 Experiencing Miracles January 1, 2022 Read more → January 1, 2022 November 4, 2021 Being Comfortable with Discomfort November 4, 2021 And finding peace in fear. Read more → November 4, 2021 October 26, 2021 Are You Being Too Hard on Yourself as a Parent? October 26, 2021 When you feel like you're not doing a good job as a parent, it’s actually not a bad thing because it means you care deeply about your child. Only good things can come when you care. Read more → October 26, 2021 October 19, 2021 One Major Insight From My Career Change October 19, 2021 I started doing things and making choices that surprised me BIG time! Read more → October 19, 2021 October 11, 2021 Transforming Fears October 11, 2021 So they can become your support Read more → October 11, 2021 October 6, 2021 Loving Your Children More Powerfully October 6, 2021 That starts with loving yourself first. Read more → October 6, 2021 September 30, 2021 You Can Be a Powerful Creator, No Matter What Comes Your Way September 30, 2021 The world is for you to create. You’ve got to decide you WILL create, no matter what. All of your actions will then follow that one single thought. That’s when your life will transform. Read more → September 30, 2021 September 27, 2021 Elastic-Band Parenting and Tap into Your Intuition September 27, 2021 In this video, I share what I call the “elastic-band’’ parenting tool, which encourages you to use and trust your own intuition as a parent, while tuning into your child’s needs. That can help guide your child into accomplishing tasks and achieving results. Read more → September 27, 2021 September 23, 2021 I AM the Most Optimistic Person in the World September 23, 2021 I’ve got an exercise for you. Try this thought on like you’re putting on a new shirt. Let me know what you’ve experienced. But read this post first before the exercise. Read more → September 23, 2021     Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. 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Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service Holistic Coaching — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me In my practice, we work with the mind and body together. For the body, I tap into Tension & Trauma Releasing (Recovery Exercises) . For the mind, one of the powerful and transformative tools I use is the Internal Family Systems (IFS) , or Parts Work. It is a psycho-spiritual model that goes deep into your psyche. It helps you understand your thoughts, your past experiences (including childhood experiences), cultural background and your upbringing which have a strong influence on your actions, the choices and the decisions that you make. That understanding gives you new perspectives and shift your viewpoints on external situations or circumstances as well as change how you relate to people. Essentially, that helps you see yourself through a more compassionate lens, which in turn fosters a deeper, more loving connection and relationship with your children and those around you. IFS, developed by psychotherapist Richard Schwartz, believes the mind is naturally multiple, just like members in a family who all serve their own roles. It emphasizes that your longings, desires and even fear have value. We all also have a core Self that knows how to heal and transform your pain. IFS can help you evolve spiritually, assisting you in accessing a higher level of awareness. Think of Self as your soul or inner wisdom, which is non-judgmental. IFS can guide you to a place that’s right for you and find the solutions and answers you are seeking. The model is non-pathologizing, stressing that you are not broken inside. It helps you see that you are whole and that You Are Enough . This is the view I hold of all of my clients. You are only one thought away from realizing you have the power and choice to create a world that you desire. Our son, Julian Kinyao The best way to understand coaching is to experience it. Click the button below to book an appointment for a free session. Contact me if you have questions or comment. We will work together if: You are 100% committed to yourself and willing to take the necessary actions to build the life you want. You are open-hearted and are willing to play. You are ready to work with me, and you want to co-create miracles with me. If you want to make a difference in the world and build a compassionate and loving place for our future generations, I would love to work with you. Engagements range from 3 months to 1 year + with fees starting from US$1,500 for six 60-minute sessions. Compensation is paid before our work begins and is non-refundable. Why? Your full commitment is foundation to all meaningful changes. I embrace and respect all religious beliefs, cultures and races. This is what makes the world so interesting! To be effective in coaching, I require myself to work on my own shadows, through my own coaches and people whom I meet in everyday life. Each one of them has a lesson to teach me. ❤️     book an exploratory call       Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. 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Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service Classes & Programs — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Aug 23 10:30 AM 10:30 Public Speaking: Junior Adventurous Cohort (Grade 3–4) In Person Saturday, August 23, 2025 10:30 AM 11:30 AM 10:30 11:30 Google Calendar ICS Saturdays at 10:30am | Starting Aug. 23, 2025 Location: Irvine, California Focus: Foundational skills, creative expression, storytelling, stage presence and more Contact me for details and sign up. View Event → Aug 23 9:15 AM 09:15 Public Speaking: Youth Adventurous Cohort (Grade 5-8) In Person Saturday, August 23, 2025 9:15 AM 10:15 AM 09:15 10:15 Google Calendar ICS Saturdays at 9:15am | Starting Aug. 23, 2025 Location: Irvine, California Focus: Speech structure, confidence building, audience connection, leadership and more. Contact me for details and sign up. View Event → Jun 25 9:00 AM 09:00 Revitalize and Thrive: Online Class for Anxious Parents, Educators, Caregivers Sunday, June 25, 2023 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 09:00 10:15 Google Calendar ICS Taking Time Out For Yourself Matters. View Event → Jun 11 9:00 AM 09:00 Revitalize and Thrive: Online Class for Anxious Parents, Educators, Caregivers Sunday, June 11, 2023 9:00 AM 10:15 AM 09:00 10:15 Google Calendar ICS Taking Time Out For Yourself Matters. View Event → Dec 3 9:00 AM 09:00 From Burnout to Peace Saturday, December 3, 2022 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 09:00 13:00 Google Calendar ICS Hi parents, dig deeper into your triggers so you can reduce stress and lessen your anger, frustrations and anxiety. The goal is for you to enjoy your parenting journey with more ease and trust in yourself, so you will be able to be foster closer bond with your children and build better relationships. View Event → Sep 10 to Oct 15 How to Be a Happier Parent Sat, Sep 10, 2022 10:00 AM 10:00 Sat, Oct 15, 2022 10:00 AM 10:00 Google Calendar ICS Parenting doesn’t have to be overwhelming all the time. We will focus on the 5 principles in parenting: Consciousness, Connectedness, Compassion, Curiosity and Calmness. View Event → Aug 20 9:00 AM 09:00 Free Webinar to Help You Manage Stress, Improve Work Performance and Mental Clarity Saturday, August 20, 2022 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 09:00 11:00 Google Calendar ICS A free webinar that helps you spot signs of stress and burnout. For managers, you can also see what you can do to prevent burnout from your employees. View Event → Aug 18 10:00 AM 10:00 coaching , wellness , parenting , selfunderstanding POSTPONED: Free Talk on 5Cs Parenting at Pretend City Children's Museum in Irvine Thursday, August 18, 2022 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 10:00 11:00 Pretend City Children's Museum (map) Google Calendar ICS Our children mirror what we do, what we say, our actions and our mood. Our reactions to what our children do and say are reflections of what we think about. These are some of the topics I will touch on in my free talk at the Pretend City Children’s Museum this coming Thursday at 10am-11am. View Event → Aug 9 10:00 AM 10:00 Six-Week 5Cs Parent Coaching Program in August Tuesday, August 9, 2022 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 10:00 11:00 Google Calendar ICS This is a picture of my beautiful son and blessing, Julian Kinyao. (I have updated this to add one more C — Calmness) Consciousness Connectedness Compassion Curiosity Calmness I designed a brand new online coaching program for stressed-out parents who feel overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted or guilt — based on the 4Cs above — the principles that I value and belief in parenting. You may feel like you are not doing a good enough job as a parent or worried about transferring your emotional baggage to your children. ❤️ I help you to regain your energy. ❤️ I help you feel happier and more excited by YOUR life while cultivating more patience, calm and positivity. ❤️ I help you to foster a deeper, stronger, more loving connection with your children, worry less and feel the joy of being a parent. ❤️ I help you get clearer on what is blocking you from connecting more fully with your children. ❤️ You and your children will grow and thrive together in the process. Over the six weeks, you will learn: 🍀 Simple tools to relieve parental burnout. 🍀 To manage your own emotions. 🍀 To be comfortable with your children’s emotions. 🍀 To develop a deeper understanding of yourself — mind and body. 🍀 To cultivate self-compassion and self-nurturing. 🍀 To gain cooperation from your children without yelling. 🍀 To look after your wellbeing. This program will include lecture, written exercises, 1-on-1 coaching opportunities as well as group discussions and sharing. Why is self-understanding and self-compassion important in parenting? You have probably heard of the saying: You Are What You Eat. In parenting, Your Children Are Who You Are Being. Many of your actions, decisions and choices are operating under your conscious awareness. By understanding yourself, you will see how your thoughts and your past experiences (including childhood experiences) have a strong influence on your actions. That, in turn, affects your interactions and your relationships with your children. When you are compassionate towards yourself, you will naturally be a more active listener, more nurturing and kinder towards your children despite how they behave. When your children feel seen, heard and appreciated, they would want to hear what you want to say. With all that, you will be able to cultivate a deeper and more loving bond with your children AND with yourself. Your investment for this program is $280 over six weeks. It is non-refundable. Make your payment through this link or via Venmo . There is limited space for this group with a purpose to create an intimate and safe space for sharing and connecting. The program will be held on Zoom and run from Aug. 9—Sept. 6, 2022 at 10am Pacific Time in the U.S. Check your timezone here . The first session will be 90-minute long and the remaining ones will last for an hour. Contact me with any questions you may have. View Event → May 18 10:00 AM 10:00 TRE class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers Wednesday, May 18, 2022 10:00 AM 11:15 AM 10:00 11:15 Google Calendar ICS Shaking off your stress and tension. View Event → Apr 20 10:00 AM 10:00 TRE class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers Wednesday, April 20, 2022 10:00 AM 11:15 AM 10:00 11:15 Google Calendar ICS Shaking off your stress and tension. View Event → Mar 16 10:00 AM 10:00 TRE class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers Wednesday, March 16, 2022 10:00 AM 11:15 AM 10:00 11:15 Google Calendar ICS Shaking off your stress and tension. View Event → Feb 16 10:00 AM 10:00 TRE class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers Wednesday, February 16, 2022 10:00 AM 11:15 AM 10:00 11:15 Google Calendar ICS Shaking off your stress and tension. View Event → Feb 13 2:30 PM 14:30 Irvine Book Reading Party for Valentine's Sunday, February 13, 2022 2:30 PM 4:00 PM 14:30 16:00 Irvine, CA, 92614 United States (map) Google Calendar ICS A Christmas book reading event with cookies, hot cocoa, arts and crafts, Christmas jokes and carols. View Event → Jan 19 10:00 AM 10:00 TRE class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers Wednesday, January 19, 2022 10:00 AM 11:15 AM 10:00 11:15 Google Calendar ICS Shake off your stress and tension. View Event → Jan 16 2:30 PM 14:30 (CANCELLED) Irvine Book Reading Party Sunday, January 16, 2022 2:30 PM 4:00 PM 14:30 16:00 Irvine, CA, 92614 United States (map) Google Calendar ICS A Christmas book reading event with cookies, hot cocoa, arts and crafts, Christmas jokes and carol Holistic Coaching — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me In my practice, we work with the mind and body together. For the body, I tap into Tension & Trauma Releasing (Recovery Exercises) . For the mind, one of the powerful and transformative tools I use is the Internal Family Systems (IFS) , or Parts Work. It is a psycho-spiritual model that goes deep into your psyche. It helps you understand your thoughts, your past experiences (including childhood experiences), cultural background and your upbringing which have a strong influence on your actions, the choices and the decisions that you make. That understanding gives you new perspectives and shift your viewpoints on external situations or circumstances as well as change how you relate to people. Essentially, that helps you see yourself through a more compassionate lens, which in turn fosters a deeper, more loving connection and relationship with your children and those around you. IFS, developed by psychotherapist Richard Schwartz, believes the mind is naturally multiple, just like members in a family who all serve their own roles. It emphasizes that your longings, desires and even fear have value. We all also have a core Self that knows how to heal and transform your pain. IFS can help you evolve spiritually, assisting you in accessing a higher level of awareness. Think of Self as your soul or inner wisdom, which is non-judgmental. IFS can guide you to a place that’s right for you and find the solutions and answers you are seeking. The model is non-pathologizing, stressing that you are not broken inside. It helps you see that you are whole and that You Are Enough . This is the view I hold of all of my clients. You are only one thought away from realizing you have the power and choice to create a world that you desire. Our son, Julian Kinyao The best way to understand coaching is to experience it. Click the button below to book an appointment for a free session. Contact me if you have questions or comment. We will work together if: You are 100% committed to yourself and willing to take the necessary actions to build the life you want. You are open-hearted and are willing to play. You are ready to work with me, and you want to co-create miracles with me. If you want to make a difference in the world and build a compassionate and loving place for our future generations, I would love to work with you. Engagements range from 3 months to 1 year + with fees starting from US$1,500 for six 60-minute sessions. Compensation is paid before our work begins and is non-refundable. Why? Your full commitment is foundation to all meaningful changes. I embrace and respect all religious beliefs, cultures and races. This is what makes the world so interesting! To be effective in coaching, I require myself to work on my own shadows, through my own coaches and people whom I meet in everyday life. Each one of them has a lesson to teach me. ❤️     book an exploratory call       Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service About Me — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Photo by Andrew Ross About Me Hi, I am Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong! 我的中文名字是黃凱雅. Thank you for visiting here. I am native Hong Kong Chinese. I am incredibly proud of my culture, heritage and ancestors. I had a two-decade career as a journalist . My husband’s illness and the birth of our son transformed my life path, eventually leading me to become a Wellness Coach. You can see my healing and spiritual journey  here . I integrate coaching (inspired by the Internal Family Systems model) with a stress-release and body awareness tool called TRE , Therapeutic Yoga and the energy healing practice of Reiki because I strongly believe in the importance of working with the mind, body and soul at the same time.  Click the button below for a consultation where you can ask questions and experience the benefits you may receive from my coaching. I AM:  Certified as a professional coach under a program accredited by the International Coach Federation.  Trained in Internal Family Systems for coaches by Guthrie Sayen . Certified as a provider of TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing/Recovery Exercises). Certified 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher by the Integral Yoga Institute in New York (IYI).  Certified Therapeutic Yoga instructor by Cheri Clampett Borda at IYI.  Certified by Kidding Around Yoga to teach children the ancient Indian practice. Certified as a Reiki master. My teachers include Libby Barnett , who teaches many healthcare workers, Pamela Miles and Hamsa Spagnola from IYI. I have lived and worked in Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, New York City and Southern California as a journalist. I’m a native Hong Kong Chinese and I’m fluent in Cantonese 你好！I also support multicultural clients and those who have experienced frequent relocations.  As a journalist, I had interviewed company CEOs, politicians and entertainers as well as social activists and blue-collar workers. My experience in Corporate America and my global connections allow me to bring into my work many international perspectives and an understanding of different cultural and economic backgrounds.  I am honored to have the opportunity to empower my clients and work as their ally to co-create a future that’s full of possibilities. book an exploratory call           Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service My Healing and Spiritual Journey — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me   Jump directly to story sections: My pregnancy Where healing begins The calling from my soul My Healing Journey I was a journalist with two decades of experiences spanning three continents. Never did I expect I would become a transformational and wellness coach, Reiki master and yoga instructor. I have come to realize that knowing who you are, what your needs are and looking after yourself are some of the most powerful tools a person can have. But that knowing comes with a cost. I have always liked adventures. There’s something exciting about venturing into the unknown and experiencing the lives of the others. My husband, Andy , and I were living in Shanghai in 2012 when we decided to trace parts of the Silk Road trade routes in northwestern China’s Xinjiang region , traveling through deserts and remote mountainous areas. On an overnight trip to the regional capital city of Urumqi, our bus stopped at 2 a.m. at a local market for a bathroom break. Andy went ahead of me. I remembered seeing his silhouette slowly fade into the dark as he walked toward the yellow street lights. It was my last memory of his fully healthy self before that journey turned into a nightmare. That night Andy, in his mid-40s, suffered an ischemic stroke. “Where’s my arm?” he shouted in the bus. The right side of his body was paralyzed. He was conscious but delirious. That was three days after our 15th wedding anniversary, and the ensuing days were the most frightening times of my life. “I was in disbelief, wailing alone in the hallway of the hospital, feeling devastated, desperate, isolated and helpless…” Knowing no one in that remote city, I struggled to find a good hospital in town. One ambulance broke down en route to us. Adding to the pressure, I was urged by the staff to pay the ambulance and hospital bills before they would treat him. The hospital conditions were poor, with no running water in some restrooms. The doctors and nurses told us we had arrived at the hospital too late and that I should inform Andy’s family to prepare for the worst. I was in disbelief, wailing alone in the hallway of the hospital, feeling devastated, desperate, isolated and helpless, 2,000 miles away from my family in my native Hong Kong. With the help of my employer, we flew back two days later to a Hong Kong hospital where Andy stayed for three months, while I slept on a sofa at his side. I was anxious, exhausted and at times nauseous. Surely that was due to stress, I thought. My husband Andrew Ross took this picture of me during our 2012 trip in Xinjiang, China, before the stroke hit him. Then I discovered I was pregnant. At the gynecologist’s office on my own, I was shocked to see from the ultrasound images that our baby’s head and body had already been formed, along with a beating heart. It was a surreal but magical moment. That prompted me to quickly move our home to Hong Kong to prepare for the birth as well as Andy’s discharge later from the hospital. Our son, Julian, was born on New Year’s Day in 2013. He arrived during the darkest time of our lives as a blessing in disguise; he brought us hope and light. We gave him the Chinese names Kin (meaning strength, determination and perseverance) Yao (blessings) to signify the gratitude we felt and the strength it took to overcome the challenges of the time. Andy’s doctor also called his degree of recovery miraculous. Professionally though, I was confronted with some of the most difficult periods as personnel changes at work added extra pressure and demands. Deep down, I was also yearning for more from my work, which years later would lead me to a brand new career. These dramatic changes and the arrival of our son were tough on my body and mind. I was sad, drained and overwhelmed. Only through therapy sessions did I realize that I had given most of my energy to everyone else but neglected my own well-being. I’ve got to have an adventure. “You need to do something that you’re excited about,” the therapist said to me. A light-bulb moment went off. I’ve got to have an adventure. Every Friday after work, I visited different areas where I had spent my childhood or wherever I pleased to relive some of the past fond memories. I tasted exotic snacks from street vendors and explored unfamiliar neighborhoods before returning home. Those mini-adventures gave me a sense of freedom and the excitement in life that I badly needed. Listening to motivational videos on YouTube became a daily routine I set to ensure I could rise above the gloomy mood, feel hopeful beyond the challenges and be able to sustain those positive emotions . I eventually traveled alone to Siem Reap, Cambodia for a week-long yoga and meditation retreat — another adventure that turned out to be life-changing. In the silence I found peace and contentment . In the movements I found clarity and guidance . After a few weeks I felt energized and optimistic . Today, I use yoga to build physical strength and meditation, journaling and Reiki to seek calmness and mental clarity. Play, jokes and laughter relax my mind and body, releasing tension. Being in nature calms my being and gives me patience to cope with challenges. Nature’s abundance and vastness help me see things in perspective. This journey of self-discovery inspired me to decide on a new career that allows me to make direct, meaningful impact on people’s lives and help others to heal mentally, emotionally and physically. When you give yourself more, you can give more to others.       The Calling From My Soul Amid the unexpected chaos in my personal life, I also was facing the toughest time I had ever experienced in my professional life. I had always found deep satisfaction in my job as a reporter. I enjoyed being on the front lines and witnessing events that affected the world and people’s lives. Several months after returning to work, where I was in charge of a news reporting team, personnel started changing. As I recruited new staff members amid a corporate restructuring, I took on more reporting work, which was fun and energizing. I knew I needed more of that. Deep down, however, something else was going on.  After years of suffering from fatigue, I needed a major change to bring sparkle and energy back into my life. With the support of my employer, my family and I relocated to New York City. A year into our new life, the same yearning for more returned. This time I realized I needed more than a change of location; I needed a new career.  The idea of standing in the same place for too long ⎯ becoming too comfortable to make changes ⎯ has always unsettled me. Financial security makes us feel safe but can keep us from leaving our comfort zone.  I asked myself: if I am lucky enough to live for several more decades, would I be happy with this life? The answer was a definite no.  “Everybody dies, but not everybody lives.” This quote, which I first heard from a documentary about Alain Robert , the “French Spiderman,” has become my motto: “Everybody dies, but not everybody lives.” It is a reminder to live a fulfilling life without regrets. Nothing lasts. Life is fragile, as I learned from Andy’s illness. What was I willing to give up? How much was I willing to risk? I knew my new career would have to be meaningful. 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Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service About Me — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Photo by Andrew Ross About Me Hi, I am Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong! 我的中文名字是黃凱雅. Thank you for visiting here. I am native Hong Kong Chinese. I am incredibly proud of my culture, heritage and ancestors. I had a two-decade career as a journalist . My husband’s illness and the birth of our son transformed my life path, eventually leading me to become a Wellness Coach. You can see my healing and spiritual journey  here . I integrate coaching (inspired by the Internal Family Systems model) with a stress-release and body awareness tool called TRE , Therapeutic Yoga and the energy healing practice of Reiki because I strongly believe in the importance of working with the mind, body and soul at the same time.  Click the button below for a consultation where you can ask questions and experience the benefits you may receive from my coaching. I AM:  Certified as a professional coach under a program accredited by the International Coach Federation.  Trained in Internal Family Systems for coaches by Guthrie Sayen . Certified as a provider of TRE (Tension and Trauma Releasing/Recovery Exercises). Certified 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher by the Integral Yoga Institute in New York (IYI).  Certified Therapeutic Yoga instructor by Cheri Clampett Borda at IYI.  Certified by Kidding Around Yoga to teach children the ancient Indian practice. Certified as a Reiki master. My teachers include Libby Barnett , who teaches many healthcare workers, Pamela Miles and Hamsa Spagnola from IYI. I have lived and worked in Hong Kong, London, Shanghai, New York City and Southern California as a journalist. I’m a native Hong Kong Chinese and I’m fluent in Cantonese 你好！I also support multicultural clients and those who have experienced frequent relocations.  As a journalist, I had interviewed company CEOs, politicians and entertainers as well as social activists and blue-collar workers. My experience in Corporate America and my global connections allow me to bring into my work many international perspectives and an understanding of different cultural and economic backgrounds.  I am honored to have the opportunity to empower my clients and work as their ally to co-create a future that’s full of possibilities. book an exploratory call           Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service Public Speaking — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me PUBLIC SPEAKING FOR KIDS Building Confidence One Brave Word at a Time   Photo by Pixabay ☀️ WELCOME TO BRIGHT YOUNG SPEAKERS CLUB ☀️ Click here to subscribe to my newsletter I never imagined I would one day teach children how to speak with confidence, or lead a public speaking club, and actually love it. Hi, I am Ms. Stephanie , a public speaking coach for kids. If you had known me as a child, you would be shocked I am doing this now. I was incredibly shy, the kind of child who couldn’t open her mouth to speak, even when she wanted to. Let me tell you a story… I Was the Quiet Kid Who Never Spoke Up When I was about 13, I had an English oral exam. I was supposed to show that I could carry a conversation with a teacher. But I was so nervous, I couldn’t even focus on the instruction sheet. When my turn came, I completely blanked. “Did you read the instructions?” the teacher asked, frustration written across her face and laced through her voice. Another time, my school minibus driver — a kind woman who really liked me — went on vacation to Japan and came back with candies for all the kids, except me because she had one special gift for me: a beautiful, round, light green fan. “Do you like it?” she asked. I LOVED it, but I couldn’t get the words out. I froze again. She asked me a few times. No response. She thought I didn’t like it, took it back, and gave me candy instead. I was so disappointed in myself. That moment stayed with me for decades. Public Speaking Terrified Me, Even as an Adult Even when I became a journalist and later a team leader, public speaking filled me with dread. I avoided calling team meetings. I would write scripts just to speak to my own team (crazy right?!). When asked to speak on our company’s TV channel, I would dodge it: “Oh, I’ve got a story deadline,” I would say. I still remember freezing during a TV training session. The studio lights beamed down. My mind blanked. I was hyper-aware of every mistake, especially speaking in English, my second language. A Life-Changing Decision Then came a turning point. I decided to confront my fear head-on, so I joined Toastmasters , a global organization that helps people improve their public speaking and leadership skills in a supportive environment. That experience changed my life. I gave my first speech alone in my office during COVID, on Zoom, with only my laptop as my audience. Still, I nearly passed out (Okay, maybe not literally, but you get the idea.) I was shaking. Lips trembling. Words stuttering. Heart racing. Palms sweating. Mind blanking. Full-on fight-or-flight. Yet, something shifted. I finished my speech. I collapsed into my chair, and I felt proud! I kept showing up. A month later, I signed up for a humorous speech contest just to practice stepping way outside my comfort zone. I hit "send" on that email with my eyes closed. To my surprise, I won a few awards and I really enjoyed the process, too! I kept going: entering contests, giving speeches to various organizations, leading wellness corporate workshops. Eventually, I launched Bright Young Speakers Club , teaching kids to do what I never thought I could: speak with confidence. Most recently, I even became a president of my Toastmasters club, leading professionals to become better speakers, leaders and communicators. Toastmasters gave me the tools, practice and courage to speak with confidence, communicate effectively, and step into leadership — whether in front of people, online, or from the heart. Now, I bring what I’ve learned to kids in a safe, fun and empowering environment. Why Public Speaking for Kids? Because I know what it’s like to be too afraid to speak . I also know the joy of finding your voice and trusting it . What Kids Learn in Class and What We Teach Beyond Speaking Practice real public speaking in a fun, supportive environment Build self-trust, courage and confidence Organize their thoughts and express them clearly Share their ideas clearly and persuasively Discover their unique voice and personality Add humor, imagination and creativity to their speeches Learn to speak with authenticity, not just polish Communicate who they are, not who others expect them to be Develop leadership skills Stay calm under pressure Practice real-world skills that build emotional intelligence, awareness, resilience, self-understanding and so much more. In today’s noisy world, those skills matter more than ever. Whether your child is quiet and hesitant or expressive and bold, they’ll grow stronger through learning to speak with clarity, courage and purpose. I’d love to welcome them to one of my classes.   TESTIMONIALS “My son has been learning public speaking from Stephanie for more than a year now. He used to be super shy and now a confident kid. He is scoring the best rank in his class. His teacher said he is extraordinary and all the credit goes to you, Stephanie. She is such an amazing teacher. My son knows how to present himself in a big crowd because of her. Thanks for the opportunity to let him speak in front of all kids and parents.” — Chanchala Singh, parent of a 13-year-old. ” I am so fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet Ms. Stephanie and see how her classes help shape young students. My son took classes from Ms. Stephanie for more than a year, and they were exactly what we were looking for. We did not want our son to start public speaking with the big shops; instead, we were looking to get him started with something more personalized, more individualized, and something that would not cause anxiety in my son, who is generally shy. Wow! The transformation has been huge, and I would like to add that Ms. Stephanie has played a huge role in that. From a shy, quiet kid, he is now unafraid to speak his mind. His confidence in his abilities has increased, and he is much more articulate when speaking impromptu. I would definitely recommend Ms. Stephanie, as she puts her heart into her teaching, and when one does that, it shows. ” — Deepti Agarwal, parent of a 12-year-old. 📣 2025 IN-PERSON CLASSES – NOW ENROLLING! Click here for new and upcoming classes and workshops. ☘️ Interested in current or upcoming programs? ☘️ Looking to form a custom class or inquire about private sessions? ☘️ Charter school inquiries are welcome! LET’S CONNECT! Have questions? Want to reserve a spot? Curious if this is right for your child? 👉 Join the interest list 👉 Book a class Email me at: [email protected] or click here to contact me. Let me help your child discover the power of their voice, just like I discovered mine. ☀️Let’s help your child shine — on stage and in life.☀️     Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. 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You possess the power to shape the lives of your children, guiding them towards positive paths that allow them to make a lasting impact on the world. I have immense respect for each and every parent I work with. My purpose is to bring out the best in you as parents, so that you can bring out the best in your children. Parenthood is a remarkable and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming at times. We all want to be the calm, patient and understanding parents we aspire to be, but sometimes our emotions can get the better of us. The good news is that you have the ability to regain control and find harmony within yourself. As your Parent Whisperer, I provide tailored strategies and body-mind tools designed to help you destress, improve your overall well-being and cultivate a positive mindset. Together, we will explore various aspects of your life, including physical health, emotional and mental well-being, and self-care routines. By addressing these areas, you will gain the necessary tools to meet the demands of parenting with renewed energy and enthusiasm. There is more. When you find peace within yourself, you unlock the potential to foster deeper, stronger and more loving bonds with your children. You create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive, building resilience that will support them throughout their lives. Remember, this journey is not just about you— it's about both you and your children thriving together . Through our work together, we will create a positive ripple effect that extends far beyond the walls of your home. I am here to support you every step of the way as we uncover your innate parenting wisdom and ignite the spark within you. Together, we will navigate the challenges, celebrate the joys, and embark on a transformative journey that will leave a lasting impact on your family. ❤️ MY MISSION & VISION ❤️ IF YOU ARE A PARENT … I AM a champion for you being the best for your children. I care for the inner child of every one of you I work with. I heal and transform your pain into power. I support your connection to purpose. I help you to express your gifts. I guide you to cultivate a peaceful, calm state of Being, so you can express your love for your children more powerfully. I do all of this work because my heart is deeply touched by the innocence and sensitivity of all children, including yours. My life is an expression of my respect and passion for all children and your family. My work breaks transgenerational patterns, and helps build a more loving, compassionate and courageous world for ourselves and our future generations. As a parent, you have the ability to inspire. 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Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service Testimonials — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Testimonials Featured When I first started working with Stephanie, I was struggling with conflicts between my daughter and my boyfriend. For two years, I had been pretending that everything was fine, but the stress was taking a toll on me. My daughter was suffering and I didn't know how to help her. She wouldn’t express her feelings to me; she wasn’t close to me; she wouldn’t trust me. I came from a culture that sees women as second-class citizens and we are told we should rely on men and please them. This idea has always been playing on the back of my mind and that was playing out in my relationship, too. I thought I needed someone to protect me. I felt insecure and I didn’t trust my own abilities. Stephanie taught me to trust myself and my intuition. That was key to me. I learned to listen to my heart and finally had the courage to confront my boyfriend about the future of our relationship. In the end, I chose to put my daughter first and prioritize her well-being. Stephanie also worked with me to help me connect with my body and overcome stress, fears and my panic attacks. She helped me stay present and take control of my body during stressful situations. Recently, a stressful situation triggered my panic attack again, but I felt so calm and was able to stop it in two minutes. It would had taken 20 minutes before. What sets Stephanie apart from other professionals I had worked with is her genuine care for me. She goes above and beyond to find solutions and share resources to help me. Stephanie is full of energy. When I was with her, I felt calm and safe. I felt energized and motivated. Every time I talked to her, I discovered something new about myself. After working with Stephanie, my relationship with my daughter improved greatly. We are much closer now. She gives me hugs all the time, and she expresses love for me every night. That is enough for me. It’s good to be a parent; it’s a blessing. We have more power and courage when we are with our child. You give them unconditional love. When you love someone so deeply, you don’t expect anything in return. Stephanie also helped me see that as an immigrant, I can be successful in this country. I used to stand on a hill and didn’t know where I was. Now I’m on the top of the hill, and I can see my future very clearly. I know I can create whatever I want in my life. I have finally found myself. I am enough. If you're considering working with Stephanie, I highly recommend it. She is brilliant and truly cares about helping her clients. It's a worthwhile investment. —Shara K., California. Stephanie has helped me greatly improve my strategies to effectively engage in self-care having gone through her mindfulness coaching and TRE therapy, she was able to help me identify my personal stressors, from which she formed a personalized regimen to help bring myself in to balance in a holistic manner. As I continue to cope with recovery from PTSD (from watching a parent pass), as well as extreme work stress, I have definitely noticed an improvement in my ability to identify triggers, acknowledge them for what they are, and shift my mindset to a healthier frame of thought so that I can effectively apply the actionable coping strategies learned in her sessions. Finally, she is a superb public / motivational speaker, as I have witnessed many times in our Toastmasters club and high performance coaching class - she lights up any room in which she stands! I highly recommend Stephanie for anyone seeking to truly heal themselves in mind, body, and spirit. She is truly gifted at empathizing and connecting with people at a spiritual and emotional level, and it is an absolute privilege to work with her. — Maia P. Kirk, Project Manager, California Stephanie is an astounding coach! I say this as a business coach myself with lots of experience in many facets of business. Her strength: getting to root issues and encouraging them out and allowing you to address them. When I was in the midst of my session, I found myself unthinkingly opening up without thinking about it. Stephanie made me feel comfortable and our conversation flowed as I went down discovery lane to areas I had forgotten that certainly had challenging impacts on my life because I had not dealt with these issues. These kinds of conversations are highly personal and individualized so I will say that Stephanie is not only talented at uncovering areas of potential growth and opportunity but she allows the freedom for you to choose direction and action. I give Stephanie as high a rating as I can possibly give. She brought results to my doorstep and now it's my job to take it from here. Thank you, Stephanie! — Al Batinga, owner of Digitized Learning , a training company that builds high performance teams, California. “Stephanie has a highly personalized approach. She identified my pain points very quickly, zeroed in on them and got laser focus on the work we needed to do. We dived deep. She guided me to explore a challenging issue that I have been facing all my life. I felt disturbed initially in my conversation with Stephanie because she asked questions about topics that I didn’t want to talk about. Sometimes there are things that you don’t want to be reminded of. But you can’t pretend there is no fire and dance around it, pretending everything is good. That’s not realistic. Stephanie is an active listener. She doesn’t let a person circle around the same topic. She helped me take a pause, identify what is holding me back, refocus my effort and gave me the courage to go for what is ahead of me. This is a big help because from time to time, I have doubts about my vision. Stephanie is very smart and versatile. She has working experiences in multicultural environments and adjusts to who she’s talking to quickly which is important to me because I also worked for a number of years in my home country of France and in the United Kingdom. She was able to grasp quickly all the nuisances and different things that I am going through. She also brings in a lot of fresh perspectives that are different from what I usually hear. She has a perfect blend between a business coaching and a personal coaching. That is important because those two are interrelated. It brings better results when you work on both together. Sometimes you feel stuck in a tunnel, but Stephanie helped me see the light. After coaching with her, I feel more positive about my plan. She gave me the courage to go all out for my dream and vision. Stephanie is not someone who gives you gas when your car needs it. She is someone who travels alongside you and is committed to making sure your car is well maintained and run smoothly along the way. Working with Stephanie is not like taking a short vacation, it's a journey and a nice one! I highly recommend hiring her as your coach.” —Victoire Auguste-Dormeuil, c o -President of USAFrance LLC, Dba ReussirUSA, a boutique business advisory firm, California "Once in a while, in a chance occurrence, you get to meet someone who made such a deep impression. I had the chance to meet Stephanie two years ago when our children attended the same school. It didn't take long before we connected. I found Stephanie to have such a personable quality. As we got to speak further, I found out that she's also someone with a deep introspection. I wasn't at all surprised to learn that Stephanie is a life coach because it would come across as the most natural thing for her. It wasn't long before we began to engage into more in-depth talks, I found that I Tension, Trauma, Stress Release — Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me   Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises In my practice, we work with the mind and body together. For the mind, I use one of the most powerful and transformative tools, called the Internal Family Systems (IFS) or Parts Work . For the body, I tap into TRE®, or Tension and Trauma Releasing (Recovery) Exercises as well as Therapeutic Yoga and Reiki . I love TRE because it is a very simple yet effective self-care tool that can aid in the body’s release of deep muscular patterns associated with stress, tension and trauma. This practice is beneficial in dealing with parental burnout and can promote improved mental health. By safely activating a natural reflex mechanism in the body, TRE allows for shaking, vibrating or pulsating in the body that can release muscular tension, calm the nervous system and restore balance to the body.  Through this practice, you can also increase your awareness of bodily sensations and impulses, giving you the ability to pause and regulate your own emotions before reacting. This self-regulation is a vital tool for helping you become more comfortable with your own and your children’s emotions.  TRE focuses on releasing the psoas muscle that holds physical, emotional and mental stress that we carry in our bodies over the course of our lives. TRE can improve your resilience and strength, and foster a deep connection with your body. You will  learn to be present with yourself and develop a strong relationship with your body.    Benefits that have been reported to me include:   Feeling calmer Feeling relaxed Feeling rested “My body is feeling lighter” Less anxious More patience More spacious in the body “My headache is gone!” Less busy in the head I (almost) fell asleep “Like I’ve meditated for 20 minutes!” David Berceli, PhD, developed the TRE technique after spending two decades working in war zones in the Middle East and Africa. During this time, he not only witnessed trauma in those he served but also experienced it himself. TRE, once learned, can be used independently as needed throughout your life, thereby continuously supporting and promoting personal health and wellness. * TRE is a tool to help release tension, stress and trauma. It is not trauma therapy. This technology is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Medical advice must only be obtained from a physician or qualified health practitioner. Results may vary between individuals. There are no guarantees, expressed, or implied. * A 30-minute free consultation is offered to those who are new to TRE. A package of 5 sessions are required after that. What I have found is that once someone is fully committed to a process longer term, they get the best results. * I offer single sessions only to returning clients. Pricing: A package of five sessions for new clients: $560. A hourlong session: $120 (for returning clients only). Click the button below to book private sessions. Contact me for private group classes.   book a Tre session or consultation     Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong - Parent Wellness Coach Home About me Testimonials Services Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Back About Me My Story Back Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Home About me About Me My Story Testimonials Services Holistic Coaching (The Mind) Tension & Trauma Release (The Body) Classes & Programs Public Speaking Book a Call My Insights Contact Me Scroll Transform Your Pain Connect With Purpose Revive Your Energy I provide wellness coaching to support burned-out parents who seek to foster deeper, more joyful relationships with their children. “ Parenting is not about what you need to do, it’s about who you need to BE for your children. ” I am Stephanie Hoi-Nga Wong, your Parent Whisperer . I want to acknowledge the incredible importance of your role as a parent. You possess the power to shape the lives of your children, guiding them towards positive paths that allow them to make a lasting impact on the world. I have immense respect for each and every parent I work with. My purpose is to bring out the best in you as parents, so that you can bring out the best in your children. Parenthood is a remarkable and fulfilling experience, but it can also be overwhelming at times. We all want to be the calm, patient and understanding parents we aspire to be, but sometimes our emotions can get the better of us. The good news is that you have the ability to regain control and find harmony within yourself. As your Parent Whisperer, I provide tailored strategies and body-mind tools designed to help you destress, improve your overall well-being and cultivate a positive mindset. Together, we will explore various aspects of your life, including physical health, emotional and mental well-being, and self-care routines. By addressing these areas, you will gain the necessary tools to meet the demands of parenting with renewed energy and enthusiasm. There is more. When you find peace within yourself, you unlock the potential to foster deeper, stronger and more loving bonds with your children. You create a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive, building resilience that will support them throughout their lives. Remember, this journey is not just about you— it's about both you and your children thriving together . Through our work together, we will create a positive ripple effect that extends far beyond the walls of your home. I am here to support you every step of the way as we uncover your innate parenting wisdom and ignite the spark within you. Together, we will navigate the challenges, celebrate the joys, and embark on a transformative journey that will leave a lasting impact on your family. ❤️ MY MISSION & VISION ❤️ IF YOU ARE A PARENT … I AM a champion for you being the best for your children. I care for the inner child of every one of you I work with. I heal and transform your pain into power. I support your connection to purpose. I help you to express your gifts. I guide you to cultivate a peaceful, calm state of Being, so you can express your love for your children more powerfully. I do all of this work because my heart is deeply touched by the innocence and sensitivity of all children, including yours. My life is an expression of my respect and passion for all children and your family. My work breaks transgenerational patterns, and helps build a more loving, compassionate and courageous world for ourselves and our future generations. As a parent, you have the ability to inspire. Through this, we can transform the world together. It begins with you and me. ❤️   Book an exploratory call   Sign me up! Be the first to get tips, insights, offering and events to guide your spiritual journey and improve your well-being. First Name Last Name Email Address Sign Up We respect your privacy highly. Thank you! Pursue Your Calling. Revive Your Energy My Mission     Copyright ©2025 Emerge to Illuminate LLC - in Orange County, California. USA. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Disclaimer | Terms of Service