Stop Playing the Game: How I Took a Leap, Found Love & Reclaimed Myself.
Sheila O’Donovan is a Registered Art Therapist, Psychotherapist, Family Mediator and a Womens Empowerment Coach with over 30 years of experience helping individuals break free from limiting beliefs and create lives rooted in authenticity and deep connection. She is the creator of F*ck the Game: Transform, Thrive, Connect*, a revolutionary program for women ready to ditch societal conditioning, unlearn toxic relationship patterns, and step into their power. A passionate advocate for emotional intelligence and self-discovery, Sheila integrates art therapy, psychology, and coaching to guide her clients toward healing and transformation. She is also the author of Gratitude Unleashed and a sought-after speaker on relationships, attachment, and personal empowerment. When she’s not coaching or writing, you can find her somewhere close to the ocean, spending time with her blended family, or guiding women through life’s transitions with humor, wisdom, and a no-BS approach. Connect with her at sheilaodonovan.com.
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