Tanya Brown
Tanya Brown is a dedicated Christian Life Coach and minister with a passion for guiding individuals toward spiritual alignment and personal growth. As the founder of Soul Shift Ministries, she provides faith-based coaching that helps clients discover purpose, overcome challenges, and cultivate meaningful transformation in their personal and relational lives. Tanya combines practical strategies with biblical principles, offering encouragement, accountability, and support to help her clients live intentionally and grow spiritually.
Before focusing full-time on life coaching, Tanya gained valuable experience in healthcare and service roles, including her position as an Infectious Disease Control Specialist at MultiCare Health System and earlier work in senior living. These experiences strengthened her skills in communication, problem-solving, and client-centered care, which she now incorporates into her coaching practice. Her background in entrepreneurship, supported by an Associate’s degree from Purdue University, enables her to guide clients with practical tools for personal and professional development.
Passionate about learning, teaching, and service, Tanya continually seeks opportunities to uplift and inspire others. Through her “Heart of David” series, she shares insights and real-life stories that encourage resilience, faith, and self-discovery. With certifications such as Certified Health Unit Coordinator and a commitment to excellence, Tanya integrates her diverse experiences to foster meaningful change, helping individuals live aligned, purposeful, and faith-driven lives.
• Certified Health Unit Coordinator
• Purdue University – Associate’s degree, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
• Term Honors Certificate, Purdue Global
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to obedience to my faith, perseverance, and a willingness to step out even before everything felt fully formed. I believe my impact comes from trusting God’s direction, staying consistent even when growth feels slow, and showing up authentically for the women I serve, rather than trying to follow traditional business formulas. My coaching practice, which I officially launched in April 2023, is built on a strong foundation of professional experience, faith-based leadership, and years of personal ministry and mentorship with women. Previously, I worked in healthcare as an infectious disease control specialist, where I supported operating departments in high-pressure, detail-driven environments. Over time, I felt called to transition into faith-centered coaching—a role that aligns deeply with my spiritual purpose and my desire to help women heal and grow internally. The most fulfilling part of my work is witnessing the “aha moments” in my clients—especially when they begin to recognize their worth, gain confidence, and set boundaries rooted in faith. Watching women step into freedom and spiritual clarity after seasons of struggle gives me profound purpose.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
I encourage young women to trust the calling on their lives, even when the path feels unclear or unconventional. It is important to stay rooted in faith, seek support from other women, and remember that growth takes time—especially when building something meaningful and spiritually grounded.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges I see in my field is helping women who are deeply guarded or struggling to experience breakthroughs despite guidance and support. At the same time, the cultural noise and confusion around identity create both a challenge and an opportunity: they make faith-based coaching more necessary than ever, requiring patience, prayer, and discernment to guide women toward clarity and transformation.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Faith, integrity, authenticity, and community are the core values that guide my life and work. I prioritize helping women understand their God-given identity and worth, while personally valuing family, spiritual discipline, and creating safe spaces where women can grow without judgment. Outside of coaching, I enjoy reading, writing, watching movies, and spending time outdoors camping and hiking with my family. I am actively involved in my church community, participate in women’s Bible study, and treasure quality time with my husband and four children as a central part of my life.
Locations
Soul Shift Ministries
Tacoma, WA 98444