Coloma Muro has over 13 years of experience within the Neuroscience and Psychology fields. Originally from Barcelona, she is currently based in Los Angeles, where she works as a Coach specialized in Identity issues, Life Transitions, Anxiety, Trauma, and Relationships. She combines her background on research with a holistic integrated trauma-informed approach and teachings from Eastern Medicine that she acquired while she was living in South East Asia. She draws from several healing modalities designed to access personal freedom, build confidence, and create health, abundance and transformation in all areas of life from the inside out.
Coloma Muro Carceller, Empowerment Coach
Tell us more about yourself.
I am a Licensed Psychologist, Neuroscientist, Coach, Author, and Founder. I am a member of the American Holistic Health Association and the Embody Lab, and I also serve as a Board Director for several nonprofits. Additionally, I am a registered yoga teacher and a member of the International Mindfulness Teachers Association. I hold a postgraduate degree in Integrative Nutrition and have trained in various healing modalities, including EMDR, NLP, Somatic Attachment Therapy, Breathwork, and Hypnosis.
I have been recognized as a Top Mindfulness Coach by the Coach Foundation. My professional journey has led me to work at the Barcelona Biomedical Research Park, the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute, and the Barcelona Zoological Park, where I contributed as a researcher and conservationist (I also hold a MSc in Primatology). Additionally, I have experience in the corporate world.
My mission is to advocate for sustainability and social justice. I believe in the power of collective action to help communities thrive. While I primarily work with CEOs, TEDx speakers, entrepreneurs, and celebrities, I have also designed and led campaigns for Non-Governmental Organizations, including the Jane Goodall Institute, Oxfam, and World Vision.
As a Consultant, I bring expertise in marketing, communications, project management, professional training, and skill-building to projects that align with my philanthropic vision. I also work full-time as an Empowerment Coach, specializing in identity issues, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, and relationships.
I recently published my first book, Raw and Unmasked, which reflects a journey toward creating inner wholeness by establishing strong boundaries that protect and support the feminine self. Through a holistic approach, the book helps readers rediscover their sensuality, unleash inner power, and access creativity, joy, and their deepest desires. Practical tips are provided to help cultivate self-awareness, safety, and self-love.
I am also in the process of launching a nonprofit organization called The Embodied Woman Institute, dedicated to dismantling patriarchy, colonialism, and misogyny through various initiatives and programs.
Originally from Barcelona, I have been living in Los Angeles for seven years. Being an immigrant has brought me numerous opportunities to build resilience and strengthened my determination to create change in systems built on patriarchal standards. I am actively involved in local and global domestic violence organizations, and I am a survivor myself.
Tell us about a pivotal moment in your life that brought you to where you are today.
The life I lead today is not limited by my identity, a concept constructed upon an external context such as career, relationship status, or achievements. Instead, who I am today is defined by my state of being. This is, who I show up as is not tied to identity labels or external expectations, but to the impact I want to have on the world each day. I focus on being my authentic self, guided by integrity and intentional action, no matter what life throws my way. This is where I am at, committed to taking responsibility to add value to my existence.
This sense of self-agency and wholeness has developed over time—it’s not something that happens overnight. It takes ongoing practice and devotion. I’ve always been curious and open to learning and exploring new possibilities. My parents instilled discipline and mindfulness in me, which has helped me build my character. My interest in neuroscience has also supported these values, as I’m fascinated by the effects of mindfulness—and more recently, bodyfulness.
If I had to choose one pivotal moment that significantly changed my path, it would be the decision to take "the road less traveled." I quit my corporate job, bought a one-way ticket to Bali, and immersed myself in the study of yoga and ancient medicine. While there, I experienced a life-altering accident and was told I would never walk again. That experience shattered my identity and offered me the opportunity to look at life with different lenses. Today, I see myself as both a teacher and a student—not just of yoga, but of life. True yoga means unity, and it’s about finding harmony between mind, body, nature, and spirit.
What is your next project?
I’m excited about having recently published my first book, not because it marks an achievement, but because it aligns with my purpose. The book allows me to reach people beyond my personal practice and share my knowledge with those who need it. In the same vein, my mission is expanding. As I deepen my connection to body, mind, nature, and spirit, I have more to contribute. I recently founded a nonprofit called The Embodied Woman Institute, which offers science-based, community-oriented support to help individuals foster vitality, creativity, and inspiration from within. The organization is committed to dismantling patriarchy, colonialism, and misogyny through various programs and initiatives.
What’s your purpose, mission, and driving force behind your work?
My mission is to contribute to collective healing. I am dedicated to helping individuals access their inner power and respond more intelligently to their environment. I am devoted to freeing people from limiting programming so they can unlock their most creative expression and share it with the world.
The collective pain I witness drives me to stay committed to my purpose. I turn that pain into courage, which fuels my work. I believe that the same energy of pain is also the energy of love—and that’s what connects me to the Universe, Source, or Earth.
What are the criteria for someone to work with you?
I only work with clients who are committed to doing the work. In our instant-gratification culture, many people have lost touch with the value of putting in effort. People often want quick fixes, but true transformation takes time and dedication. I work with individuals who are ready to reprogram their nervous system and decondition themselves from limiting beliefs so they can become the highest version of themselves.
I usually don’t work with clients for more than six months, because transformation is a choice and people just need to access their inner power and cultivate a sense of agency. Once my clients have the tools they need, I continue to offer support as a mentor throughout their lives.
What common challenges do your clients face?
Many of my U.S. clients struggle with hidden addictions that manifest as unhealthy behaviors. For example, a common issue is body image or eating disorders. These behaviors often stem from a core belief that they are not good enough, which originates in childhood. Without the tools to process their pain, people develop maladaptive coping mechanisms like over-exercising or overeating to feel better. However, external solutions can’t heal internal wounds. True healing comes from within.
Of course, our environment must be conducive in order for us to heal, but without realizing that the key to our wellbeing is inside of us, we will spend the rest of our lives trying to control our emotions instead of accepting them. This is just an example, but as I said, the vast majority of people I work with are trying to get rid of habits, and everything comes down to having someone help process the pain that one has been suppressing, and replace the behaviors that offer momentary relief by those that are in alignment with who we want to be.
How do you help clients face these challenges?
At the root of these behaviors there is a deep need for safety. I help my clients cultivate safety within by guiding them through self-exploration and providing tools to access the parts of themselves they’ve been avoiding. Through mindfulness-based techniques and somatic practices, I help people become comfortable with their full range of emotions. Over time, the sensations they’ve been avoiding become more familiar, and the urge to escape them fades. This process leads to a sense of empowerment and allows them to operate from a place of abundance. In other words, when in touch with buried aspects of self, a sense of wholeness arises and we can embrace growth with ease.
What sets your services apart from others?
My approach blends neuroscience, psychology, and ancient medicine for a truly holistic and integrative experience. I provide my clients with the tools to unlock their full potential and create sustainable change. I’ve seen remarkable transformations, including clients reversing chronic health issues and women regaining their menstrual cycle after years of irregularity. When we access our wholeness, we unleash our power.
What steps would you recommend to readers inspired to start their own journey?
Rather than jumping into extreme practices like fasting, cold plunges, or hot yoga, I recommend working with a coach who understands neuroscience and can tailor a plan based on your unique needs. My book Raw and Unmasked offers practical insights into creating happiness from within, and I also offer 1:1 consultations to see if we are a good fit to work together.
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