COACH
Karla Adkins
Karla is a coach and author dedicated to guiding individuals toward a life free of alcohol. With a passion for helping others, Karla brings a wealth of experience and empathy to her coaching practice. Her transformative approach emphasizes self-discovery, empowerment, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
As the author of, "And She Came Tumbling Down", Karla shares her personal journey of triumph over alcohol addiction, offering insights, strategies, and inspiration for those seeking to change their relationship with alcohol. Karla started her alcohol free journey in 2014 and is committed to providing a safe, judgement-free space so others can find their own path to freedom.
COACH
Brandi Babb
Brandi loves to see people uncover their true potential and trust in themselves by accessing new internal resources and insights. She is a Certified Professional Coach, Sr Certified Coach with This Naked Mind Coach, and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. Brandi specializes in coaching both individuals and groups. She is the owner of Little Big Leap Coaching and has 15+ years of corporate, entrepreneurial, and franchise experience.
She enjoys spending time with her husband of 20+ years, family, being outdoors, learning, hot yoga, connecting with friends, live music & sports events, and trying new things. Her greatest passion that's evolved in coaching is combining somatic (body) work with mindset coaching.
COACH
Carolyn Bennett
Carolyn received her senior certified life coach certificate from This Naked Mind Institute. In addition, she is an Ecotherapy practitioner and is working on her certification in HeartMath Trauma Sensitivity.
Carolyn specializes in coaching people who are in or have left an abusive relationship. She recognizes the similarities of addiction to toxic substances and poisonous people. Yet, she offers hope to those who are struggling. She also helps empaths and highly sensitive people embrace their gifts and build a life they love, both mentally and physically. She believes nature is our primary ally in health and healing, and she enjoys teaching others how they can heal through a relationship with the environment. She began her journey to self in February 2018 when she chose to live an alcohol-free life.
COACH
Rebecca Snider
Becca has a background in movement through Pilates and Yoga. As a Pilates studio owner and senior instructor, she has been teaching others how to discover what well-being means for them. There is nothing that lights her up more than to see people feel empowered through neuromuscular awareness and a connection to their bodies. Becca is passionate about helping other women and mothers find empowerment and freedom through present moment awareness and self-care; as well as preventing burnout from the stresses that so many women face in today’s world. Her eyes were opened to a whole new way of living when she personally chose a life of being alcohol-free. Becca has additional alcohol training and is certified through This Naked Mind.
Becca is the mother of four kids and a wife of 32 years. Her hobbies include movement of all kinds, being out in nature, spending time with her family, reading, and learning.
GUEST COACH
Lorna Wilson
Hi, I’m Lorna Wilson—Certified Life and Alcohol-Free Coach, proud ZPL Guest Coach, and a woman who knows what it’s like to quietly struggle.
For years, I told myself my drinking wasn’t that bad. I didn’t hit a dramatic rock bottom—I just slowly grew tired of the constant mental chatter, the promises to do better, and the quiet fear that my health was suffering. What I wanted wasn’t moderation—it was freedom. Real freedom. The kind that lets you feel proud of who you are and excited about what comes next.
Today, I help other women (especially those in midlife and beyond) break free from that same exhausting cycle. I guide my clients to reconnect with who they really are, tap into their future selves, and create lives that feel purposeful and free.
As a Guest Coach with ZPL, I host group Zoom calls a few times each month inside the membership. I love the women who gather here—so many of you have stories that mirror my own. There’s a strength and resilience in this community that I deeply admire.
If you're curious about 1:1 coaching or simply feeling pulled toward something more, visit www.LornaWilsonCoaching.com. You’ll find a free mini-course, podcast interviews, and an invitation to book a free Discovery Call.
You don’t have to figure this out alone. I’m here to walk beside you—no judgment, just compassion—and to help you remember the vibrant, wise woman you’ve always been becoming.
Guest Coach
Carolyn Mack
Carolyn has always been passionate about caring for people and educating them on how to improve their health & wellbeing. Carolyn was a registered nurse for 35 years and as Nursing faculty she educated the next generation of new nurses.
Carolyn’s now passionate about helping healthcare professionals & first responders to become alcohol free. Carolyn recognizes the unique challenges healthcare professionals face in the high demanding workplace & how challenging it is to seek help for alcohol recovery while maintaining confidentiality & support. In addition, Carolyn is a mindset & success coach to help you find your true fulfillment in life.
Carolyn is currently getting her 5x Certified Coaching Certifications in Alcohol Free Coaching, Mindset Coaching, Success Coaching, Neuro-linguistics Practitioner (NLP) & Hypnosis Practitioner this August 2025 . All certifications are accredited by the (ICF) the International Coaching Federation, the (CPD) Continuing Professional Development accreditation and the (IAOTH) International Association of Therapists.
Carolyn enjoys a very active lifestyle with renewed interests after becoming Alcohol Free for over 4 years now. You’ll find Carolyn mostly on the back of horse these days, training and showing. Carolyn is married with two grown children, she enjoys the outdoors, connection with friends, loves all animals and is continually evolving with her growth mindset.
Guest coach
Tobie Presler
More about our amazing guest coach, Tobie, coming soon!
peer guide
Christie Ackmann
Soft-spoken truths—those quiet, inner messages we often hide or ignore—are at the heart of my work. When we learn to listen, those messages become powerful guides toward a fuller, more aligned life. My coaching work begins here: helping you hear, trust, and act on those truths within. Together, we’ll gently transform the places that have felt stuck, expand your zone of comfort, and give voice to the life you’ve been yearning to lead. Because your truth deserves volume!
My approach is rooted in deep listening and a compassionate presence to support you in uncovering and following your own unique path. I’ve trained in The Coaching Way with Tara Mohr, a program that emphasizes the power of a coaching mindset to unlock potential in both personal and professional realms. I’m also a Coach-in-Training with the Andy Ramage Training Academy, where I’m completing a Diploma in Coaching & Positive Psychology with a specialization in Alcohol-Free Performance Coaching.
Outside of my coaching work, I’m passionate about adventure and exploration—my lifelong inner athlete comes alive when I’m leading women on cross-country motorcycle rides, discovering new hiking trails with friends, on solo camping adventures with my dog, Kintsugi, and when traveling to immerse myself in new places and cultures. These passions fuel my work and remind me of the courage it takes to venture into the unknown —whether it’s on the road or within ourselves.
If you are interested in exploring a coaching relationship, you can reach me via email at connect.SoftSpokenTruths@gmail.com