Meet Debs Wales, a transformative coach whose life journey is a living testimony of strength, resilience, and healing. From enduring profound personal losses and trauma to building a thriving private coaching practice across continents, Debs has turned adversity into a force for good. Her ability to inspire, uplift, and guide others stems from deep personal experience and unwavering commitment to self-work. At Humans of Fuzia, we are honored to spotlight her story — one that resonates with our 5-million-strong global community working together to support, uplift, and empower women. Debs embodies our mission of She for She and He for She by showing what’s possible when we rise not despite our pain, but because of it.
Q&A Interview:
Q: Debs, could you share a little about your background and journey?
Oh my God, it’s been quite the journey! I’ve lived in six countries and visited 78 — but I come from a small, poor, post-industrial town in North England. I lost my dad in an explosion when I was 14. That tragedy shaped so much of what came next. I’m also diagnosed autistic, so understanding social norms was something I had to learn the hard way. On top of that, I faced repeated personal trauma, including multiple assaults and the loss of my brother and pregnancies. But even in the midst of all that, I was building a life. I opened the first Pilates studio in Lake Como in my 20s and built a successful career. Yet, one day, I found myself in a place of such emotional weight that I walked into a suicide attempt. It wasn’t planned — I just broke. But I survived, and from that moment on, I knew I was meant to be here. That moment sparked a transformation.
Q: How did you begin your work as a transformative coach?
It all began with working on myself. I took a step back and committed to healing — hours each day, breaking down beliefs, forgiving those who hurt me, and rebuilding who I was from the inside out. I infused that work with my education in psychology and bodywork, and gradually my path merged into this beautiful coaching journey. Today, I work mainly with private clients in the UK, Italy, the US, and Spain — all through word of mouth. I’ve never really focused on digital promotion, but the clients find me. I think that says something.
Q: What’s your approach when working with clients?
It’s very personal and intuitive. I’ve struggled with finding the perfect label — I’ve got so many “niches” that chose me! So I call myself a transformative coach. I don’t follow a rigid method because every person has their own story. What works for one won’t always work for another, and I honor that. It’s part strategy, part beautiful mess. I love the intimacy of one-on-one work, but I’m planning to expand into small group sessions and eventually retreats in different countries. I want people to come together, heal, and empower each other — not just through me, but through shared experiences.
Q: What challenges do you face in your journey today?
Honestly, my biggest challenge is the digital world. I’ve put over £250,000 into my training, but I know I could be helping more people if I had a stronger online presence. I do write occasionally on LinkedIn, and I’ve been told countless times to start using Instagram or TikTok — and I will. I know the value of visibility, not just for me, but because even one post could make someone feel seen or spark a change in their life.
Q: What are your aspirations for the near future?
By the end of 2025, I want to be doing more group sessions and intimate retreats — combining travel and transformation. I love traveling and feel alive in that space. I want to create experiences where people can heal, learn from one another, and leave empowered. And yes, I plan to step into the digital space more intentionally to make this possible. But above all, I just want to live fully — working, healing, growing, and taking care of myself in the process.
“I’m just here on this journey — inspiring, serving, loving life, and living it to the full. Healing is not linear, but it is powerful. And we’re all capable of creating something beautiful from the pain we carry.”
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