Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez, MNCPS (Acc), GMBPsS, BSc (Hons), PGCert, CCTP-II is an award-winning trauma-informed therapist, transformational coach, and the visionary founder of Mind Empower Therapy. With a reputation for combining clinical precision and soulful presence, Hendrina has supported thousands of clients — from high-achieving professionals and creative entrepreneurs to couples and individuals in crisis — guiding them from emotional overwhelm to inner clarity, confidence, and self-empowerment.

She has delivered over 3,500 therapy sessions across her private, NHS and public sector career. Holding an Honours Degree in Psychology with Counselling and a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychological Therapies, Hendrina also has advanced training in trauma recovery, clinical hypnotherapy, and couples work. Her integrative approach blends the Gottman Method, Imago Therapy, somatic tools, inner child healing, and evidence-based psychology to create sustainable change. Her expertise is especially sought after by clients navigating burnout, identity loss, relationship rupture, and emotional suppression.

Hendrina’s personal journey is one of remarkable resilience. She arrived in the UK as a young mother with just £10 in her pocket and a dream to rebuild her life. After overcoming burnout, the trauma of single motherhood, and intense legal battles to reunite with her child, she transformed her pain into purpose. Her story is the foundation of her work — living proof that healing and transformation are possible, no matter where you begin.

Her flagship project, the Phoenix Series™, is a powerful spoken-word initiative that merges poetic therapy, narrative healing, and spiritual awakening. Shared across platforms in both English and Spanish, the Phoenix Series resonates deeply with those who have lived through adversity and are ready to reclaim their voice, worth, and light.

In 2024/25, Hendrina received the prestigious “Online Therapist of the Year – South West England” award from the Prestige Awards, in recognition of her outstanding impact in the field of online therapy. In 2025, she was appointed as an Executive Contributor for Brainz Magazine, where her upcoming articles will explore trauma recovery, mindset mastery, emotional intelligence, and spiritual alignment.

Operating internationally from her base in Southern Europe, Hendrina offers premium online therapy and coaching packages, bespoke transformational programs, and speaker appearances. She is currently expanding into public speaking, podcast features, and TEDx-style storytelling to amplify her message of embodied worth, post-traumatic growth, and soul-led transformation.

At the core of her work is a belief that everyone has the power to heal — not just to return to who they were, but to rise into who they were always meant to become. Through her guidance, clients reconnect with their truth, rebuild their emotional safety, and step forward with renewed clarity and courage.

Whether you are seeking trauma-informed therapy, relationship healing, or spiritual realignment, Hendrina Sterling Rodriguez offers more than support — she offers a pathway to your rebirth.

My path has been one of profound personal and professional ascent, marked by a decade of dedicated service, pioneering innovation, and an unwavering commitment to soul-led transformation. Every step, every challenge, and every triumph has forged a legacy designed to empower others to rise.

Published Series on Navigating Life’s Issues: Including “Cultivating Confidence: Boosting Self-Esteem and Empowerment for Personal Success” and “Seasons of Hope: Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder.”

Award-Winning Online Therapist: As the “Online Therapist of the Year – South West England” (Prestige Awards 2024/25), my work is recognized for its transformative impact and unwavering dedication to client well-being.

Executive Contributor, Brainz Magazine: I regularly contribute thought leadership articles to Brainz Magazine, bridging psychological depth with spiritual truth and reaching a global audience eager for authentic insights.

Prolific Author & Visionary Thought Leader: For years, my insights and teachings have shaped lives through extensive publications under the nickname “Belladonna Sterling”. I now proudly bring all my works under my true name, reflecting a powerful reclamation of my full identity and impact:

Transformational Books:

“Embracing the Shadows” (Available on Amazon): A poetic exploration of personal transformation, guiding readers through their deepest challenges.

“Achieving Goals Through Strategic Self-Hypnosis: Featuring the Principles of Emile Coué’s Work on Self-Mastery” (Available on Amazon): A practical guide to lasting change through the power of the subconscious mind.

“Brighten Your Seasons: A Workbook and Journal for Managing SAD and Enhancing Self-Care” (Available on Amazon): A compassionate guide designed to navigate seasonal emotional shifts and cultivate self-care.

Extensive Clinical & Academic Publications (now claimed as my own, available on Amazon & Audible):

Books: “Unveiling Jung’s Mind: A Profound Review of ‘The Theory of Psychoanalysis’,” “Mastering Problem Solving, Enhances Mental Health, Personal Growth, and Resilience,” “Mastering the Art of Allure and Mental Wellness,” “How to Make Effective Changes That Last: How to Lose Weight After Your Thirties Without Gaining It Back,” and “Psychology of Seduction.”

Journals: “Positivity Pathways: A Guided Journal for Success and Happiness,” “Calm Minds: An Anxiety Management And Well-being Journal,” “Radiant Reflections: A Holistic Gratitude and Growth Journal,” “Student Journal Metacognitive Questions for Students,” and “Practitioner Reflective Journal: Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle Model.”

Creator, The Phoenix Series™: I am the visionary behind The Phoenix Series™, a renowned spoken-word healing movement. This powerful platform transforms personal experience into universal wisdom, serving as a beacon for soul-led storytelling and self-reclamation.

International Public Speaker (Upcoming): Actively preparing to deliver impactful keynotes on resilience, healing, and purpose to global audiences, sharing the transformative power of the Phoenix Path.

Pioneered Rapid Personal & Professional Ascent: My journey began with just £10 in my pocket upon arriving in the UK. From that foundation, I built a multi-platform global private practice while raising my children solo and successfully navigating extensive legal challenges over a decade, proving that anything is possible with unwavering will.

Bilingual Expertise: I deliver therapeutic services and speak fluently in both English and Spanish, significantly expanding my global reach and the impact of my healing work.