Welcome, I'm Heather Dempsey

A therapeutic coach and hypnotherapist specializing in emotional health, what some call “mindset”, and the psychology of communication (for life or business)

And founder of Self-Care Center in Venice, Florida - Because I love to be hands-on in the areas that I coach and consult in PLUS, it is my mission to normalize self-care as a necessity, deserved by all - not a judged indulgence.

Self-care IS Healthcare….

I can help you release perfectionism, reduce your inner critic’s nasty comments, and increase your confidence, clarity, and focus so you can feel happier, more patient, and more deeply connected to people (and yourself), while also accomplishing more.

It isn’t easy to go from feeling discouraged to empowered, especially when being a sensitive, or empath has felt like a curse more than a superpower. I get it. I have the tools and experience to guide and support you through your journey.

Who benefits most from working with me?

It is nice to say I could help just about anyone.  And while that may be true, the reality is there is an unexplained dynamic between certain people that makes it extra special working together and there is a trend -

My most transformational clients know they want to work with me before we even speak. They have felt what I express through the pages on my website and they just KNOW. (and there is nothing wrong with wanting to chat first to be sure)

They are also usually highly emotional, highly sensitive people, empaths, and introverts who are intellectually and emotionally curious. They are open-minded and down-to-earth.  They are deep thinkers and often hyper-vigilant.

Most have felt judged by being called “Too Emotional” and “Overly Sensitive” and have also been labeled as high-achievers or over-achievers by those around them. It is a confusing combination because they mostly see their flaws, shortcomings, and the mistakes they make, so they keep going on the hampster wheel of striving for more, then more, then more, and never feeling fulfilled, happy or good enough.

Usually, they have some experience with meditation and personal development, actually many have tried many things in the past they just haven’t experienced the results that they desire.

Most of these individuals have experienced trauma in their life (who hasn’t) but they have never really found a safe space to share ALL of their thoughts and feelings without the fear of being judged or criticized.  And they have a difficult time because they keep running into the same cycles over and over again no matter what they’ve tried.

But something inside them KNOWS there is supposed to be more. And that’s where I come in.

If you could relate to any or all of that - I’m so glad that you are here.

You will see an assortment of options here - I have been supporting people since the ‘90s and have a lot of diverse training. Don’t worry, you don’t have to decide which to pick right now.

If you’d like to explore what it could look like to work together, we can do that together.

I specialize in supporting Empaths, Highly Sensitives, and Highly Emotionals to create radical emotional and mindset transformations in their life and businesses.

My clients have shared that the transformations allow them to feel confident, comfortable, and secure. They notice they are in control of their emotions, less impacted by what is happening with the people around them, and they show up powerfully so they thrive in business, life, and beyond.

If you are not a business owner or you are looking for support unrelated to business, I work with individuals too. APPLY HERE or learn more with this free Masterclass:

I am also known for supporting small service-based business owners (especially spa professionals, new beauty and wellness business owners - spapreneurs and wellnesspreneurs) through my Elite Spa Pros Academy.

Being successful in the industry beginning in the mid ‘90s and passionate about making it easier for other spa pros to succeed!

I help them avoid the mistakes that take most new business owners YEARS to learn so they stop throwing money, time, energy, and passion down the drain.

I share easy ways to avoid or course correct from mistakes to create a rock-solid well oiled machine so that instead of feeling exhausted and drained they feel excited and determined AND make the money they have always hoped they would!

I help them:

• Avoid losing themselves to their business and letting clients push their boundaries

• Avoid burnout and heartbreak so they can have joy and fulfillment in what they do

• Increase confidence, self-assurance, and feel secure because they are supported by their business

• Stop working so hard so they can enjoy their life and still make the kind of money they want

• Steadily grow their business so bills are paid, there’s money in the bank, and awards on the walls

My proven method is a blend of experience from owning 14 successful businesses starting in the ‘90s years, learned strategy, the psychology of business, and mindset help them to eliminate doubt, self-blame, confusion and overwhelm when running their business so they can experience emotional clarity, lasting confidence, and a feeling of being unstoppable so they can handle any up-level that comes their way.

If you have a small business but are not in the spa industry don’t worry I have you covered too!

If you want to know how Highly Sensitives, Empaths, Introverts, and those who struggle with anxiety need to handle business differently? Click the button below to join the Sensitive CEO Masterclass where I give you a jump start to the easier way to run your business.

Some people call what I do mindset or coaching, others may think it’s business strategy and consulting and I want to clear up any confusion. With the level of experience, intuition, and training, our work together goes MUCH deeper than any of those things.

The work we do together is magic and it transforms your life (and business) in a way that simple mindset work or coaching just isn't capable of doing.

Join one of the masterclasses to learn more about the solutions I offer.

1. Live Without Limitations

2. The Sensitive CEO

3. Elite Spa Pro

Or go straight to booking a call to see what your transformation could look like. It is a no-pitch, no-sales, complimentary 20-minute Connection Call where I can learn about you, and your unique circumstances to see if I can help.  

See what clients have experienced HERE.

My Big Why?

I used to get a fever and flu-like symptoms when we would go to the beach or new places. I used to think it was car sickness.

During the holidays, I was usually couch-bound because I would get REALLY sick, (with bronchitis, tonsillitis, sinus and ear infections, and then back to bronchitis). I didn’t realize then that it was the best solution my body had so I would not have to interact.

I have a special connection and almost feel a need to be around animals. They’ve always helped me feel calm. And when nursing a sick animal back to health, I feel purposeful. This is why my most favorite thing in the world is taking care of kittens or squirrels.

If I hear of someone dying, I can’t help but cry and if I see a violent scene in a movie, especially sexual violence, the nausea and anxiety I feel can be so intense, that I usually have to look away, turn it off or leave the room.

As far back as I can remember, I cry more than anyone else I know. A LOT more. On the daily most of the time. I feel deeply and I feel a lot.

People have said they don’t know what to do around me or how to act because they are afraid to upset me because I’m “So Sensitive.” I hadn’t ever thought that way, it’s just how I am, but it seems to really bother them.

I seemed to feel more than others, to know or notice things that others would say they hadn’t noticed or even considered. I also saw more details than others. I felt misunderstood.

I felt alone a lot. I felt unwelcome a lot. And I rarely felt people believed my intentions or understood where I was coming from.

There have been more times than I can count that I’ve needed help but no one really seemed to be able to figure out what I needed. I didn’t know who to turn to or if they would be willing to help me since I was “so challenging”.

I tried so many things on my own but was consistently disappointed because what I thought would be the solution to my problems wasn’t. And often I felt like a lost cause or that things would never change. I didn’t know what a Highly Sensitive Person was, at least not as a trait or diagnosis. I only associated it with my sensitivity made others uncomfortable.

I made others uncomfortable.

Like many others, I experienced childhood complex trauma and heard “That happens to a lot of people” as if I wasn’t supposed to be impacted by it.

I knew things about people and things that were going to happen and often was labeled as judgemental because I made decisions about things “too” quickly.

On top of that, I never felt good enough and was always striving for more. No matter what I accomplished, I felt like a failure and that no one could help. In the early ‘90s, I started opening and operating businesses. Most became award-winning and maintained that status from that point on. And I still only saw flaws. So I tried harder and was even more emotional, overwhelmed, discouraged, and drained.

Then, my brother ended his life, and soon after my husband asked for a divorce.

It was all too much and I felt like I was in crisis, could hardly move, seconds passed like hours and I lost 30 pounds in 2 months. I thought it was the lowest point of my life.

As I was picking myself up, I was diagnosed with fertility issues and realized I was in a psychologically abusive relationship. And I wasn’t treating him much better. I lost a lot of hope again. THAT was my lowest point.

I was officially diagnosed with PTSD and anyone who saw me could tell there was something seriously wrong. I didn’t know where else to turn.

Since I had always been into personal development because you know… I was never good enough as I was, I fixated on finding out how to “fix” myself. Even though I hadn’t found the perfect solution yet, luckily, I had never given up because at this point my quest to fix myself was what saved me.

I felt desperate and was trying just about everything that promised a better life. I experienced so many powerful modalities. And bit by bit things began to shift - the way that I felt about myself, others, and life as a whole. I started to feel different, hopeful, smart, valuable, and sometimes, even powerful.

Through my quest, I learned there isn’t one “fix” for our problems - no magic solution.

While the way we experience things in life is only based on a few elements, we are each so unique we may need our own magical blend of remedies to help us work through our blocks and challenges.

From a place of knowing, we are all okay, we have everything we need within us, but we are also the main thing blocking us from experiencing a thriving life - the one that you dream of.

With my experiences, understanding, and skills in place to make a difference for others, I couldn’t sit back - I had to share it with as many people as possible. And this is where my methodology was born.

Through years of study (70 certifications and counting), lots of reflection, and tons of practice, I curated a blend of tools and technologies that create quick, effective, and long-lasting change.

Being Highly Sensitive, an Empath or an Introvert can feel like a negative label or burden to bear, but they can actually be your superpowers. Often misunderstanding them is why one might experience anxiety.

But I want to show you what is possible!

When you work with me you can trust I can probably relate. Without a doubt, you’ll know when I “get it” and that I won’t judge you because I know we are all just doing the best we can, with what we have available to us, and that I have the right tools to help you and that I am always honing my skills by studying with the best coaches and mentors in the world.

When we work together, I promise you’ll discover things about yourself that surprise you, open up your world, and empower you to live a confident, calm, joyful & authentic life!  

It's never too late to go for the life of your dreams - full of deeply connected relationships, more fun & freedom, balance, abundance & whatever your heart desires!  

On the personal side: Outside of my passion for my work, I love spending time with my cats, and fish, fostering kitties, collecting crystals, practicing yoga, hosting healing Sound Baths, studying and learning new things, traveling, and absolutely LOVE going out to eat!