Hi There,
I’m Alana
MA, LMFT
Program Leadership
& Development
Coaching Strategy |Trauma-Informed Design
Designing and leading coaching programs that integrate trauma-informed care, empowerment, and sustainable growth.
Focus Areas
Alana Stelly is a licensed marriage and family therapist and coaching leader with over a decade of experience across mental health, women’s empowerment, and program development. She is the Director of Coaching & Program Development at Dreavita, where she designs and oversees the organization’s coaching division, builds innovative programs, and mentors a growing team of coaches. As the Founder of Confidence Academy, she has guided women worldwide in breaking free from self-doubt and creating lives of confidence and fulfillment. With a background bridging trauma-informed therapy, leadership, and coaching, Alana is passionate about developing sustainable systems that empower individuals, expand access to holistic support, and integrate coaching with mental health care to drive meaningful impact.
Coaching & Program Development Focus
Designing and leading innovative coaching programs within integrated wellness systems
Trauma-informed, equity-centered program design and leadership
Building and mentoring diverse coaching teams to deliver sustainable impact
Developing curricula and coaching frameworks that empower confidence and long-term growth
Bridging clinical insight with coaching strategies to expand access and holistic care
Roles & Credentials
Current Roles
Director of Coaching & Program Development, Dreavita (2025–Present)
Founder & CEO, Confidence Academy (2021–Present)
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
Education
MA in Counseling Psychology, Santa Clara University
BA in Psychology, University of California, Los Angeles
BA in French, University of California, Los Angeles
Related Experience
Certified in Brainspotting
Speaker & Workshop Facilitator – Women’s Leadership, Confidence, and Mental Health
Projects & Contributions
Designing and leading a scalable, trauma-informed coaching model that integrates wellness, career, and leadership coaching under an equity-driven nonprofit framework.
Building out the systems & structures of the Dreavita coaching department
Streamlining internal department flow
Strategizing key networking partnerships for maximum benefit
Collaborating with coaching leaders
Built a coaching company supporting clients in confidence, resilience, and leadership growth, blending clinical insight with coaching innovation.
Partnered with organizations across mental health, corporate wellness, and education to advance access to coaching and leadership development.
Applied project management and strategic frameworks to create scalable systems for coaching, digital wellness, and health-tech equity.
Recognition & Partnerships
Featured speaker and facilitator at leadership and wellness events.
Recognized for entrepreneurship and innovation through Confidence Academy.
Partnerships with nonprofits and organizations advancing access to equitable coaching.
Strategic Initiatives & Ventures
Dreavita Coaching Division (2025–Present)
Leading the design and launch of Dreavita’s coaching program, building an equity-driven model that supports clients across wellness, career, and leadership growth. Oversees program development, coach mentorship, and integration with Dreavita’s larger clinical and digital health ecosystem.
Confidence Academy (2021–Present)
Founded and scaled a coaching company focused on confidence, resilience, and leadership growth. Designed group and individual programs that integrate trauma-informed coaching with practical tools for personal and professional development.
Community Leadership & Partnerships (2017–Present)
Developed and facilitated workshops on confidence, resilience, and trauma-informed practices for diverse organizations, from nonprofits to corporate leadership groups. Partnered with community leaders to expand access to coaching resources in underserved settings.
“Coaching creates space for people to reclaim their confidence and rewrite the story of who they are becoming.”
Interested in collaborating?
Speaking & Media
Alana has spoken at leadership summits, wellness conferences, and corporate trainings, with a focus on confidence-building, emotional intelligence, and creating equitable systems for growth. Her talks emphasize the intersection of mindset, leadership, and well-being, offering practical strategies that inspire action.
“Alana brings an incredible balance of warmth and strategy. She helped our team not only reframe challenges with confidence, but also build concrete practices that improved performance and culture.”
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Values in Practice
These values guide Alana’s work in building Dreavita’s coaching division, fostering equity-centered leadership, and creating programs that drive lasting impact.
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Helping individuals and communities reclaim self-worth and step into authentic leadership.
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Grounding every program and relationship in honesty, alignment, and transparency so that growth is built on trust and authenticity.
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Guiding clients to align their inner world with their truest vision.
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Rooted in trauma-informed practices that foster resilience and wholeness.
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Cultivating a mindset that sees possibilities instead of limitations, encouraging individuals and organizations to expand into their fullest potential with confidence and flow.
