About Us
About Illuminate Your Journey (IYRJ) Coaching
Why We Exist
We know that healing isn’t linear and growth doesn’t happen in isolation. Our purpose is to create spaces where stories are heard, emotions are honored, and change is possible. Whether you’re navigating loss, redefining your goals, or rediscovering your strengths, IYRJ Coaching is here to illuminate your path.
Our Promise
When you work with us, you are not just another client, you are part of a community built on respect, empathy, and hope. Together, we’ll move beyond the silence, celebrate your progress, and create a journey that’s truly yours.
Meet LaTanya: The Founder & CEO of IYRJ
LaTanya Edenburgs, MA, M.Ed., is a transformative force in the world of personal growth and mental wellness. Known as the Visionheiress of Empowerment, Success, and Longevity, she has devoted over 25 years to helping others illuminate their inner strength, reframe adversity, and reclaim purpose-driven lives. Her life’s mission is rooted in guiding individuals beyond surface-level solutions to achieve long-lasting healing and emotional freedom.
- Forbes Entrepreneur of Impact 2025 Nominee
- Executive Contributor to Brainz Magazine
- Featured in Infinite Core Living Magazine & Double Crossover Magazine
- Honored Member of P.O.W.E.R. Women of Distinction
IYRJ Coaching was created
to be that trusted hand in the dark offering trauma-informed coaching, transformational retreats, workshops, and tools that help you move beyond quick fixes into deep, lasting change.
Who We Are
For over 25 years, LaTanya has guided individuals, families, and communities through some of life’s toughest transitions, grief, burnout, reinvention, and legacy building. As a respected speaker, bestselling author, and event emcee, she combines faith-led insight, therapeutic tools, and authentic connection to meet people where they are.
Our Mission
At Illuminate Your Journey Coaching, we believe every person deserves a safe and judgment-free space to heal, grow, and thrive. Founded by LaTanya Edenburgs, MA, M.Ed., a multi-certified Master Empowerment Life Coach and grief and trauma expert, IYRJ is more than a coaching service. It’s a movement toward emotional longevity, self-discovery, and purpose-driven living.
Certifications & Credentials
Fingerprint Certified
I am Fingerprint Certified, providing an extra layer of trust and security for the individuals and families I work with. In addition, I hold current CPR and First Aid certifications, so I’m prepared to respond with care and confidence in any situation.
Special Education Advocacy
Beyond coaching, I also serve as a Special Education Advocate, supporting families in navigating the complex systems of education and ensuring that every child receives the resources and opportunities they deserve. With a strong background in IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and 504 Plans, I help parents and guardians understand their rights, prepare for meetings, and advocate effectively for their children’s unique needs.
Enrichment Programs for Homeschool
I also offer Enrichment Programs designed specifically for homeschool families. These programs are created to support both students and parents by providing engaging, purposeful learning experiences that go beyond the traditional curriculum. From creative activities to life skills, wellness practices, and social-emotional learning, my enrichment programs help homeschoolers grow in confidence, connection, and creativity.
Our professional team.
Get to know the people behind your healing journey.
LaTanya Edenburgs
CEO & Owner
LaTanya
LaTanya Edenburgs is a multi-certified Master Empowerment Life Coach, grief and trauma expert, author, and international speaker with more than 25 years of experience guiding individuals and organizations through healing, resilience, and transformation. As the founder and CEO of Illuminate Your Journey Coaching (IYRJ), LaTanya has built a global platform dedicated to helping people navigate grief, overcome life transitions, and reclaim their inner strength.
Mark Hamaguchi
Marketing Virtual Assistant
Mark
Reymark, though everyone calls him Mark is a virtual assistant based in the Philippines who has been working remotely for almost 3 years now. Over time, he’s found his sweet spot in three things he genuinely enjoys and thrives in: marketing, design, and tech. He primarily supports small to medium-sized business owners, entrepreneurs, and CEOs especially those wearing too many hats and in need of a reliable creative assistant to help scale their brand. Whether it’s managing social media content, creating graphics, setting up email campaigns, building websites or landing pages, or keeping brand visuals sharp and consistent, Mark loves being part of someone’s growth story. It’s incredibly fulfilling for him to take what’s in a client’s head and turn it into something that moves the business forward visually and strategically.
Helen Chiamaka
Growth Marketing Intern
Helen
My name is Helen. I'm a writer, editor, and proofreader who’s been polishing messy drafts into masterpieces since 2019. I love reading fiction and absolutely adore turning books that are “almost there” into “publish-ready” with a mix of sharp detail and creative flair. Lately, I've discovered a new crush: customer support. For me, it’s not just about solving problems, but making people feel heard, valued, and maybe even a little happier than when they came in. No matter what it is, tightening sentences or brightening someone’s day, I'm all about clarity, connection, and a sprinkle of fun along the way.
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