Strategic Wellness Partnerships: Elevating Personal and Professional Well-Being in Our Community

By: Erika Obando, M.C.L.C. and Monica Arroyo, LCSW- 

In today’s fast-paced world, the demands of leadership, business growth, and personal well-being often collide, leaving professionals searching for balance. Recognizing this need, two powerhouse women—Monica Arroyo, Clinical Director of Family Therapy Group of Weston and a pillar in the community and Nawbo South Florida’s current president, Erika Obando, Global Speaker, Author, and CEO of TPE Coaching & Consulting– have joined forces to redefine wellness, elevating both personal and professional well-being in our communities.

Together, they offer a one-stop-shop approach by integrating leadership coaching, team culture development, and mental health counseling. Their unique collaboration not only supports individuals and businesses in achieving success but also cultivates a culture of resilience, emotional intelligence, and strategic growth.

In their exclusive interview, for NAWBO South Florida’s HER Business Magazine, they dive into their vision, partnership, and the impact they’re making—proving that when women in business unite, they create powerful solutions that elevate the entire community.

“ We are passionate about helping people reconnect and thrive – transforming stress into the fuel that powers stronger families, teams and communities” 

How do leadership coaching and psychotherapy complement each in business and personal growth?

Leadership coaching and psychotherapy complement each other by addressing both internal and external challenges. Therapy builds self-awareness and emotional understanding, while coaching transforms that awareness into actionable steps helping individuals lead with emotional intelligence, authenticity and a stronger team mentality. WHen these two disciplines are integrated, the impact is exponential in both the personal and professional space.

Many leaders struggle with balance and  professional success and personal well-being. How does your one-stop-shop support lasting wellness and at work and beyond? 

We get it- balancing leadership and personal well-being isn’t easy.

That’s why we’ve come together to offer a one-stop-shop approach that supports both personal growth and professional development—while honoring the unique role of each service we provide.

Though our work is deeply collaborative, we bring two distinct approaches to the table:

• Licensed therapy focuses on emotional and relational health—addressing challenges like anxiety, stress, burnout, past experiences, and personal dynamics that may be impacting daily life or leadership capacity
• Executive coaching, on the other hand, is centered on action, strategy, and growth—helping professionals clarify goals, enhance leadership skills, improve team culture, and move past limiting beliefs or workplace challenges.

While therapy often explores why certain patterns or emotions exist, coaching focuses on what’s next—how to apply self-awareness toward clear, meaningful change in your professional life. Together, this collaboration creates a more complete experience.

For example, a high-achieving professional in a high-stress role might work with a therapist to process the emotional weight of burnout, self-doubt, or major life transitions, while also partnering with a coach to restructure their workload, improve communication, and develop leadership habits that align with their core values.

One of the tools we love to start with is a values alignment exercise—a simple, reflective process that often brings immediate clarity around what matters most and what needs to shift.

From decision-making to mindset, goal-setting to emotional wellness, we offer support that meets individuals where they are—so they can move forward with more clarity, connection, and confidence. Whether you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or just ready for something more aligned, we’re here to help you take that next step—with care, collaboration, and purpose.

Ready to elevate your personal and professional well-being?

Our collaborative approach blends mental health support and leadership coaching to help you grow with intention, lead with clarity, and create meaningful balance in every area of your life.

Let’s take the next step—together.

👉 Contact us today to learn more or schedule a consultation. Together, we’ll build a path to sustainable success—mind, heart, and mission aligned.