Alexzandra Ally Strickland, founder of Embodied Ally — smiling warmly
Meet Ally

Meet Alexzandra "Ally" Strickland

Certified Professional Coach · Energy Leadership Practitioner · Somatic Facilitator · Personal Stylist · Yoga Instructor

Metro-Atlanta Region

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The Story

A journey toward presence — and a practice built to share it.

Ally's work did not begin with a business plan. It began with a personal reckoning — with anxiety, chronic pain, and the quiet recognition that the way she'd been taught to handle those things wasn't actually working.

Through years of studying psychology, African-American community empowerment, somatic practices, yoga, breathwork, and coaching methodology, Ally developed what she now calls the Embodied Ally framework: an integrated approach to confidence and wellbeing that treats the body, mind, and emotional experience not as separate systems to be optimized, but as one interconnected whole.

What began as personal healing became professional purpose. Today, Ally works with individuals navigating transition, burnout, and self-discovery; with organizations seeking meaningful wellness support; and with creatives, educators, and leaders who want to show up more fully — in their work, their expression, and their lives.

Ally Strickland in a thoughtful, grounded moment
Philosophy

Confidence is not a destination. It is a practice.

Ally's approach is grounded in the belief that genuine confidence — the kind that is stable, authentic, and resilient — cannot be faked or thought into existence. It must be cultivated through honest self-awareness, nervous system support, intentional movement, and the practice of showing up consistently as the person you are becoming.

This philosophy holds that the body is not a liability to be managed — it is a source of intelligence, signal, and strength. The work of Embodied Ally begins and ends with listening to it.

A serene wellness scene representing the Embodied Ally philosophy of presence and restoration
Education & Training

Grounded in research. Deepened through practice.

Ally brings a rare combination of academic rigor, professional certification, and lived somatic experience to her work. Her background is both intellectually thorough and practically embodied.

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Spelman College

Master of Arts in African-American Studies

Georgia State University · Concentration: Community Empowerment

Certified Professional Coach (CPC)

International Coaching Certification

Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner (ELI-MP)

iPEC Coaching

Design Thinking & Group Facilitation

Facilitation Methodology Training

Somatic Dance & Embodiment

Somatic Movement Certification

Trauma-Informed Dynamic Mindfulness

Somatic Stress Management Certification

Science of Breathwork

Breathwork Practitioner Certification

Hatha Yoga Instructor

Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT)

Media & Press

Ally in conversation.

Bold Journey

Beating Burnout for a Better Self

The battle against burnout is personal. Read more about how Alexzandra has navigated the fight against burnout and how she speaks about it in her work.

Canvas Rebel

The Makings of Embodied Ally

Alexzandra shares more about the stressors, challenges, and triumphs of her personal and professional journey.

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Connect with Ally.

Follow along for reflections on embodiment, coaching, personal style, and the practice of living more fully.

Begin your own journey toward presence.

Whether you're navigating a major transition, seeking organizational wellness support, or simply ready to feel more like yourself — the first step is a conversation.