Meet Patty Castellanos | Licensed Therapist, Hypnotherapist and Mom Wellness Coach

We had the good fortune of connecting with Patty Castellanos and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Patty, what inspires you?
I’m inspired by each and every woman and mother that decided they are greater than their story. Stories of loss, pain, anger, frustration and trauma that led to understanding, grace, peace and growth, The stories of those that went through some of the hardest moments that no one should go through, that led to powerful triumph and transformation, as they chose to rewrite their story creating the change they wanted to see in their lives. 

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
In 2011, I read What to Expect When You’re Expecting and followed my OB’s direction in preparation for the birth of my first born, but my journey to a calm and connected birth was uninformed, leading to a cascade of interventions and a cesarean section. This experience transformed my outlook on motherhood and birth, inspiring me to launch The Expression Center in 2012. As I learned more about the mind/body connection, I chose to expand my mental health toolbox to include hypnotherapy to help clients break subconscious patterns faster and easier. Hypnotherapy was a game changer in helping my clients achieve greater success in their goals. In 2015, my family was completed with the powerful and healing VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) of my daughter, supported by HypnoBirthing.

My life experiences and specialized training have fueled my passion in working with women to reduce anxiety, stress and overwhelm to become confident moms. I take pride in being flexible, creative, and innovative with my clients, blending traditional therapeutic techniques with hypnosis to create massive subconscious breakthroughs. As women overcome challenges, release fears and anxieties, and create influential mindset shifts, they build confidence to take back control of their lives. My clients choose to move into who they really are, prioritizing their mama wellness at any stage of their motherhood journey.

As a licensed therapist, hypnotherapist and mama wellness coach, my goal is to inspire you to be greater than your story. This may be through releasing past traumas, fears, negative thoughts, and beliefs that are no longer helping you live the life you want to live. It may include learning to set boundaries, increasing self-love and self-compassion, and choosing to Prioritize Yourself to truly live a life you love. Together, we’ll bring awareness to the change you’re ready to create, cultivate gratitude for the small intentional steps, and increase joy, confidence and calm in your life. I listen, challenge, support, and guide you to become the mother you wish to be.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
I love excellent coffee, great food, fun vibes and easy conversations filled with laughs. Miami has so many great places to visit to do exactly this, Some of my favorites coffee shops are Mr. Bean, Tinta y Cafe, Crema and Macondo Coffee. Favorite family friendly spots include brunch at Glass & Vine, visiting Books & Books or our favorite ice cream shops, Sweet Melody or Salt & Straw. Miami can feel so busy, but slowing down and enjoying the moment at places that cultivate connection can feel so special.

Shoutout is all about shouting out others who you feel deserve additional recognition and exposure. Who would you like to shoutout?
I’m so grateful to all the incredible Doulas, Midwives, Ob/Gyns, Lactation Specialists, Pelvic Floor Therapists, Chiropractors, and Birth Workers that I get to work together with to support our client’s goals. These providers recognize the importance of getting mental and emotional support through the challenges of motherhood. Working together we create greater impact in a client’s healing and growth journey.

I couldn’t do what I do without the support of my family and mom friends. I want to give a shout out to my husband, who has taken charge of dinners or lunches so I can see clients and has helped me overcome tech hurdles to create new opportunities for my clients. My mom has been a great support and has been influential in helping me spread the word of the work I do. Mom friends, aren’t just friends, they get it in a much more profound way. They are the ones that are my sounding board for laughs and solutions alike. I couldn’t do what I do without this support.

Website: https://theexpressioncenter.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pmcexpression

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pmcexpression

Image Credits
Candy Meynarez