Bloom Within

Alyson Clayton
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The Bloom Within podcast explores personal and professional growth through curiosity about the human experience, aiming to provide insights on cultivating a fulfilling life. Alyson has 15 years of Human Resources experience at high-growth startups, is a licensed Mental Health Counselor ,and a yoga teacher. She brings her personal experience along with her education to support others through the healing journey. You can follow along with more content and resources on instagram. @alysonholisticwellness

  1. 08/22/2023

    Founder of EmbodiedVoice Coaching- Rush Dorsett

    Rush Dorsett is a Voice Coach, Singer, and Founder of EmbodiedVoice® Coaching where she supports creative leaders in awakening their authentic voice and tapping into empowered self-expression.  She holds a dual Master's Degree in Vocal Pedagogy and Vocal Performance from New England Conservatory, and is a Certified YogaVoice® teacher. She is also a certified Sound Healer. She is passionate about weaving voice and energy work together as tools for self-realization, and inspiring joy through vocal expression.   I am currently in Rush's Embodied Voice program and we talk about the aspects of her work. She is truly a joy to know and journey life with! Take a listen! Here is her website: https://rushdorsett.com/

    31 min

  2. 01/22/2023

    Pamela Penrose: Entrepreneur sharing her journey!

    Hey Podcast Friends, I am thrilled for you to listen to this episode with Pamela Penrose. She bravely shares her journey to finding her passion! Pamela is an Entrepreneur who took major risks in her life to find her true purpose and alignment.  She is currently wrapping up graduate school to begin her journey as a licensed clinical mental health counselor. She owns her own business, Penrose Creative Healing, where she coaches others, and has become a certified astrologer. She  facilitates a group and community for divorced women called A League of Divorced Women. Pamela  hosts a podcast called, A League of Divorced Women, where she interviews divorced women about their stories of resiliency and strength.   I enjoyed my conversation with Pamela and I hope you do too! Pamela's Resources: Instagram: @penrosecreativehealing Website for Therapy: http://www.birchtherapypllc.com/about-pamela

    38 min

  3. 10/21/2022

    CEO & Founder of Empower All Inc.: Valencia Hicks Harris shares her story to Entrepreneurship

    Valencia Harris is the President & Founder of Empower All, Inc. She is an educator that has taught both elementary and STEM education for over 12 years. Harris is a third-year doctoral student studying Educational Equity at North Carolina State University. Her educational and career experiences have fueled her drive to diversify the teacher pipeline, push culturally relevant pedagogy as standard, increase the presence of students of color in STEM, and create an equitable education for all students.  Valencia shares her story of bringing passion, education (STEM), inclusion, and mental health together to create a place for all children to be fully human! She desires to integrate these critical aspects of life to create equitable education for all. We discuss her early resistance to becoming a teacher, her experience as a black woman in the school system, her experience owning a non-profit, and her encouragement to other women who struggle with infertility.  We cover all the things! Take a listen my friends; it's a good one! Details: https://www.empower-allinc.org/about/team  Instagram Handle: @empower_all_inc

    32 min

  4. 08/01/2022

    Blair Watson, Physical Therapist: Her Journey to Open her Own Practice!

    My dear friend Blair Watson and I chat about her story and all things Physical Therapy. She opened her own practice 6 months ago and she shares the joy and learnings of the experience. Blair is the kindest, most compassionate woman I know and I am honored to have her as a guest! She brings light & love to all she encounters and I am so thrilled for all of you to meet her.   Website: https://www.blairwatsonpt.com/ Instagram: blairwatson_pt

    32 min

  5. 06/16/2022

    CEO & Founder of Black-ology Coffee Company: Lori Jones

    Check out my amazing conversation with Lori Jones, the CEO & Founder of Black-ology Coffee Company. She shares her journey through entrepreneurship and the importance of having a great community to support you! Lori is an incredible mother, business owner, and community member who is impacting the Southeast Raleigh community in big ways! Check out her company and information below. Website: https://www.black-ology.org/  Instagram: @blackologycoffeecompany

    23 min

  6. 03/19/2022

    CEO & Co-Founder of Momentum: Jessica Mitsch Homes

    Hello Friends! I chat with Jessica about entrepreneurship, the importance of intention, the pandemic, and the good and hard parts of owning your own business. We keep it real in our conversation! Jessica is such an inspiration and I believe in her company and what services they provide to this community! If you are local in Raleigh, you should check out Momentum. Details are below! Websites: https://www.momentumlearn.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/school/momentum/

    35 min

  7. 12/27/2021

    Ebony Haywood- Living out your passion!

    Ebony is a busy mama, forever educator, and tech executive located in Raleigh, NC. Ebony and I have a great conversation about  her story and how she has navigated life through the pandemic. She began her passion in the middle of all the craziness and shares how her life has unfolded this year. Going through a divorce, starting a new job, and launching The Affirmed Kid, Ebony shares inspiring lessons she learned along the way! I loved getting to know Ebony through this process and look forward to continuing to watch her flourish!  Check her website out: https://theaffirmedkid.com/

    38 min

  8. 10/16/2021

    Emily Grey: Owner of Flourish Market

    Emily and I talk about hard things. She shares her personal journey on how she got to where she is today...living out her dreams and giving back to the world in amazing ways! We chat about how she started the Flourish Market, her courage to step into the unknown, how she created a space for women to show up as their authentic selves in beautiful ways. I am so thankful to have this opportunity to speak with Emily. She is changing the world in so many ways and I am thrilled to have her as a part of this community! You can find her store: https://www.instagram.com/theflourishmarket/?hl=en

    38 min
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The Bloom Within podcast explores personal and professional growth through curiosity about the human experience, aiming to provide insights on cultivating a fulfilling life. Alyson has 15 years of Human Resources experience at high-growth startups, is a licensed Mental Health Counselor ,and a yoga teacher. She brings her personal experience along with her education to support others through the healing journey. You can follow along with more content and resources on instagram. @alysonholisticwellness

Information

  • Creator
    Alyson Clayton
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Bloom Within
  • Show Website
    Bloom Within