About Angie
Join me on the journey of doing inner work
Throughout my life, I have dedicated significant time and effort to seeking personal growth, transformation, and self-improvement. I have delved into countless self-help, religious, and spiritual books in search of change and hope, only to find that the promised long-term results often fell short. I have explored a wide range of therapies, including EMDR, CBT, group therapy, somatic therapy, and neurofeedback, among others. Despite my extensive exploration and progress, I found myself encountering recurring issues that caused challenges in both my personal life and relationships.
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The various Ideas were intriguing yet often didn’t “work” or apply to my temperament, circumstances or “knowing.” Because of my personality/Enneagram type and what I’d heard from influential people around me, I believed that my efforts didn’t “work because I wasn’t” working at it hard enough. In reality, I was working hard at change and needed a more nuanced approach.
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Through the Enneagram, I finally found a framework to name and comprehend what had eluded me for so long.
By actively participating in inner work with the help of a therapist and Enneagram coach, I have made remarkable progress and have experienced improvements in my quality of life, mental health, and overall well being.
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In addition, I am well-acquainted with grief, depression, and anxiety. I empathize with exhaustion as a parent raising four children – one being neurodivergent and medically complex — and a perpetually messy house. I do not pretend to be something I am not, and I approach my interactions with honesty and vulnerability, openly sharing from my own experiences. By combining my formal training with the wisdom gained from my personal journey, I have worked to create a safe, enjoyable, and engaging space for others.
Professional Qualifications
I am a certified Enneagram Professional through Chestnut Paes Enneagram Academy, an IEA accredited Enneagram school, where I received expert guidance from Beatrice Chestnut and Uranio Paes. This training equipped me with an exceptional perspective on the Enneagram and provided a robust framework for effectively working with others using this system.
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During my academic years, I pursued studies in sociology, psychology, and adolescent studies, enhancing my understanding of human behavior and personal development.
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I began facilitating Enneagram classes in September 2019, initially utilizing Suzanne Stabile's "The Enneagram Journey" curriculum until December 2020. Since then, I have developed my own curriculum, incorporating insights from other esteemed Enneagram and spiritual teachers whom I deeply admire and respect, as well as integrating principles from modern psychology.
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