🎙️ Sculpt N Create — Episode 16 w/ Allison Bonilla
In this episode, Trea Da Fit Artist sits down with Allison Bonilla, aProfessional Life Strategist, former Psychotherapist, and Relationship Alignment Coach ... for a grounded conversation about love, ambition, communication, and emotional well-being.
Allison breaks down the difference between clinical depression and the emotional weight that comes from life pressure, especially in Black and brown communities where mental health stigma still runs deep.
Together, they explore how to maintain connection while growing individually, how emotional strain shows up in the body, and why communication is maintenance, not something you only do when things fall apart.
Whether you're an artist, entertainer, entrepreneur, or someone navigating love while chasing your vision, this one is going to hit home.
🎯 Key Takeaways
Not everyone needs clinical therapy — coaching supports growth before crisis.
Understanding the difference between clinical depression & overwhelm is essential.
Mental health stigma still prevents many from seeking help.
Emotional stress often shows up physically — the mind and body are connected.
Proactive relationship maintenance prevents emotional distance.
Communication ain't about being right, it’s about staying connected.
Silence in a relationship is usually a signal, not comfort.
Shared goals keep relationships aligned during growth.
Work-life balance requires clarity, communication & intention.
🎤 Bars From the Episode
“Communication ain't just talking, it’s maintaining the connection.”
“Love doesn’t collapse under ambition; it collapses under silence.”
“If we’re growing, we have to grow together.”
“Your relationship can be your peace or your pressure... it depends on how you communicate.”
🕰️ Episode Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Allison Bonilla
03:17 Transitioning from Psychotherapy to Coaching
04:30 Understanding Professional Life Strategy
07:56 The Distinction Between Therapy and Coaching
09:36 Recognizing Clinical Depression
11:53 Stigmas Surrounding Mental Health
14:28 Mental Health in the African American Community
16:54 The Connection Between Mental and Physical Health
19:10 The Role of Faith in Mental Health
22:30 Navigating the Path to Seeking Help
26:03 Allison's Journey into Therapy
29:29 Relationship Coaching for Artists and Entrepreneurs
32:47 Understanding Relationship Dynamics
33:39 The Shift from Counseling to Coaching
35:20 Identifying Relationship Challenges
37:43 The Importance of Communication in Relationships
39:22 Proactive Relationship Maintenance
40:51 Engaging Conversations for Connection
44:13 Navigating Long-Distance Relationships
47:43 The Value of Commitment and Communication
49:29 Balancing Careers and Relationships
55:11 The Role of Communication in Relationship Success
58:52 Navigating Relationship Insecurities
01:03:37 Balancing Family and Career
01:10:07 The Role of a Professional Life Strategist
01:16:11 Communicating for Success
01:22:10 The Importance of Community and Connection
01:27:19 Introduction to the Podcast and Community Engagement
🌐 Connect with Allison Bonilla
🌍 Website: https://www.allisonbcoaching.com
🌱 Garden of Growth Program: https://www.allisonbcoaching.com/garden-of-growth-2025.html
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allisonbcoaching/
▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@allisonbcoaching
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-bonilla-lcsw/
🚀 Connect with Trea Da Fit Artist
💪🏾 Coaching & Training: https://nextworldfitness.com
🎨 Creative Network: https://fit-masterpiece-collabs.mn.co/
🎧 More Episodes: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/sculptncreate
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Artists, entertainers, creatives, or wellness pros with a story to share?
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