Welcome to The Power of Self Hour with Venita! I'm Venita Qualls, a licensed mental health counselor, licensed addiction counselor, and the founder of Soulful Essentials. I created this space to help you reclaim your voice, rebuild your confidence, and walk into your power of self.

In today’s episode, we dive deep into the Stages of Change—a powerful roadmap for personal transformation. Whether you're contemplating a change, preparing for one, or actively taking steps, understanding where you are in your journey can help you move forward with clarity.

I’ll be sharing insights on each stage:

• Pre-contemplation: Recognizing the problem, but not yet acknowledging it
• Contemplation: Knowing change is needed but feeling uncertain
• Preparation: Getting ready to make a change
• Action: Taking steps to change your life
• Maintenance: Keeping the change alive
• Relapse: Returning to old habits, but knowing how to get back on track

In my years of counseling, I've worked with individuals at every stage of change, and I’m excited to share how you can use this framework to break free from limiting beliefs, get unstuck, and step into your true potential.

I challenge you today to reflect on your own stages of change. Where are you? What action can you take to move forward? The power to change is in your hands, and I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

Tune in now to The Power of Self Hour, and let’s explore how the stages of change can help you navigate your journey of transformation. So whether you’re tuning in for encouragement, expert advice, or stories that resonate with your own—know this: you belong here.

Let’s grow, heal, and rise together. One hour at a time.

Get in Touch with all things Empowering at [email protected].

Welcome to The Power of Self Hour with Venita

Hi, I’m Venita Qualls—a Transformation Mindset Strategist, trauma treatment specialist, and someone who deeply believes in the healing power of self-awareness, connection, and truth. I created The Power of Self Hour as a safe, empowering space for those ready to reclaim their voice, rebuild their confidence, and begin (or continue) their journey toward healing.

Each week, you’ll hear powerful conversations with inspiring guests—clinicians, community leaders, mental health advocates, and survivors—who bravely share their lived experiences and the wisdom they’ve gained along the way. We dive into real topics like self-esteem, confidence-building, trauma, mental health, and overcoming the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

And sometimes, it’s just me and you. In those solo episodes, I open up about my own story—my challenges, my breakthroughs, and the tools I’ve used (and still use) to heal and grow. With my background as an LMHC, LADC1, CADC, CAMS, and CDVS, I bring both professional insight and lived experience to guide you with compassion and clarity.

The Power of Self Hour isn’t just a podcast—it’s a heart-centered community. A place where we speak truth, hold space, and remind each other that transformation is possible. You are not alone—and you are worthy of the life you envision.

So whether you’re tuning in for a dose of encouragement, expert strategies, or a story that sounds a little like your own—know this: you belong here.

Let’s grow, heal, and rise together. One hour at a time.

Get in Touch with all things Empowering at [email protected].