Who We Are
Hi my name is Sonia,
I'm the Woman behind Women Make Waves
I'm the Woman behind Women Make Waves
I created Women Make Waves to bring to the world what was missing for me in my journey
After breaking my back surfing in 2017, I fell deep into the void of depression. This was a familiar place, one I had encountered after my mother passed away when I was 22, leaving me responsible for my three brothers.
Caught between grief and a model of motherhood devoid of self-love and boundaries, I found myself in a role for which I was entirely unprepared. This led me to become lost, dreamless and , and drained of life’s vitality. I found myself escaping to Australia after having made sure my brothers were safe and had grown enough to take care of themselves. I became great at pushing my emotions down, using sports to boost my mood and remain avoidant of my own depth.
when I suddenly found myself unable to engage in any activities—transitioning from extreme sports to inactivity, from constant movement to stuck, from busy to alone with myself, it all came crashing —I hit rock bottom.
My journey back to joy took me through unexpected paths, ultimately leading me to rediscover myself at a profound level, beneath layers of trauma and societal expectations.
I emerged stronger than ever, embracing who I truly am and changing how I navigate the world with newfound confidence, while shaping my own destiny.
The tools that helped me most became my obsession. I researched, refined methods, created and continue to innovate.
It is now my mission to share effective tools and methods with the world, to guide you through the darkest times and challenges, and to help you cultivate a life filled with joy, inner peace, connection, love, and the determination to realise your dreams. From my own experience, I know that anxiety, fear, and depression can be conquered, and life can evolve into a supportive and fulfilling adventure. I want that for you.
With So much love,
Sonia xx
- Holistic Confidence Coach
- Founder, Women Make Waves
- Co-Founder of IAMPOWER
- Spiritual Guide and Akashic Channeler
- Apnea Survival Trainer & Ambassador – Surf Apnea & Breath FX
- Shamanic Breath Creator & Facilitator
- Mindfulness & Meditation Guide
- Founder of The Houria Method
- Surf Confidence Coach
- Guest Speaker, Adidas Inspire 2022
- Featured in Mind Blank (mental health)
- Featured in Illawarra Mercury
Women Make Waves
Is about the Ripple Effect from the Heart
It is about empowering women by creating an environment that is favourable to reminding women how driven, powerful and wise they are.
As they rise and step confidently into who they truly are, Women can lead by example. WMW aims to inspire Women to reconnect with their True Self and become the Creators of the Life they truly envision for themselves.
By tuning into their own vision, Women will Transform the life of others as they become Inspired. They will show their brothers, their sisters, their children how to lead a life aligned with their definition of freedom.
In supporting Women in their unapologetic chase of the Dreams that are rightfully theirs, WMW creates a ripple effect that will grow into a wave of inspiration and creation.
WMW is inviting you to heed the call. Come Make Waves with Us ~
Our Values
WMW is guided by the strong belief that returning to being whole and showing up authentically is what transforms lives for the better. We honour your individuality and give you ways to explore yourself that are suited just for you. Your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health is a very personal journey and we’re here to guide you through it.
- Safe Space
- Integrative & personalised tools
- Community & Support
- Honesty & Authenticity
- Playfulness: who said learning has to be hard and boring?
Our Tools
- Self-exploration & personal growth tools
- Spiritual journeys and mindfulness practices
- Fear & Emotional Management
- Targeted Breath Tools & Breath Retraining
- Science based tools
- Surf related tools adaptable to mental and emotional health