Meet Jennifer Gregg

We recently connected with Jennifer Gregg and have shared our conversation below.

Hi Jennifer, really happy you were able to join us today and we’re looking forward to sharing your story and insights with our readers. Let’s start with the heart of it all – purpose. How did you find your purpose?

If you would’ve asked me years ago what I wanted to do with my life, I might have rattled off a safe answer—something that sounded good or made sense on paper. But finding my purpose wasn’t a moment; it was a series of unfolding experiences, many of them uncomfortable, that pushed me to look inward and upward.

One of the earliest turning points came after the loss of my father. Grief has a way of shaking the ground beneath you—and in that space of pain, I found myself asking hard questions: What really matters? What do I want to leave behind? At the time, I was navigating work, school, and the chaos of life, but nothing felt deeply aligned.

The moment things began to shift was when I started supporting others—not as a job, but from a place of empathy. Whether I was working with youth, encouraging a friend through a hard time, or volunteering in my community, I noticed that something lit up in me every time I helped someone find clarity, strength, or healing. It wasn’t just about making people feel better—it was about helping them remember who they are.

I realized that my purpose wasn’t in a specific title, role, or paycheck—it was in being a mirror. A guide. Someone who could help others uncover their truth, rise above their trauma, and rewrite their narrative. That realization led me to pursue work in therapy and coaching, blending lived experience with professional tools.

My purpose found me in the midst of heartbreak, healing, and helping. And what grounds me today is knowing that every time I sit with someone in their mess or guide them through their growth—I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.

Let’s take a small detour – maybe you can share a bit about yourself before we dive back into some of the other questions we had for you?

My name is Jennifer Gregg, but many people know me as Coach Jen. I’m a therapist, life coach, speaker, and founder of J. Gregg’s Journey Innovations, LLC (JGJI)—a heart-led business dedicated to helping people heal, grow, and walk in their purpose. Whether I’m working with youth navigating trauma, coaching women through life transitions, or speaking on mental health and emotional resilience, my mission is the same: to create safe spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered.

What makes my work exciting and unique is how personal and holistic it is. I bring my lived experiences into the room—not as a blueprint, but as a bridge. Having overcome childhood trauma and significant loss myself, I deeply understand the courage it takes to show up for yourself, especially in seasons of uncertainty. My approach blends clinical insight with real-life application, combining compassion, accountability, and practical tools to help clients thrive—not just survive.

At JGJI, I offer virtual and in-person life coaching packages, group workshops, and motivational speaking engagements. I also provide therapy services to youth and families in New Jersey, focusing on emotional regulation, trauma recovery, and building stronger family dynamics.

This year, I’m excited about expanding my self-care and emotional wellness workshops—especially in schools, community organizations, and corporate spaces. I’m also continuing to grow my life coaching platform, with new session packages, resources, and group programs launching soon.

I believe that healing doesn’t have to be boring or clinical—it can be dynamic, creative, and even joyful. My brand is built on transparency, warmth, and transformation—and I’m passionate about helping people remember that their story doesn’t end where the pain happened. There’s so much more ahead.

To learn more or book a session, you can visit www.jgreggji.com or follow me on Instagram @jendini or https://www.fiverr.com/s/XLvpRDm

If you had to pick three qualities that are most important to develop, which three would you say matter most?

Looking back on my journey, there are three key areas that have made the greatest impact—not just professionally, but personally as well:

1. Emotional Intelligence
Understanding how to manage my own emotions while remaining attuned to the emotions of others has been foundational in everything I do. Whether I’m working with a client in crisis, leading a workshop, or having a tough conversation, emotional intelligence helps me stay grounded, present, and responsive—not reactive.
Advice: Start by building self-awareness. Journal, pause before reacting, and learn to sit with discomfort. Emotional growth isn’t linear, but it is powerful.

2. The Power of Listening
So often, people don’t need advice—they need to feel heard. Active, compassionate listening builds trust, invites vulnerability, and opens the door for transformation. As a therapist and coach, it’s my job to listen not just for what’s said, but for what’s beneath the surface.
Advice: Practice being fully present. Put down your phone. Don’t listen to respond—listen to understand. Silence can be just as healing as words.

3. Adaptability & Courage
My path hasn’t been a straight line—it’s included detours, redefinition, and reinvention. I’ve had to learn how to pivot, how to start over, and how to keep showing up even when I felt uncertain. That’s where courage lives—in the not knowing, but doing it anyway.
Advice: Don’t wait until you feel 100% ready. Growth happens in motion. Say yes to opportunities that stretch you and give yourself permission to evolve.

For anyone early in their journey: give yourself grace, stay curious, and don’t underestimate the power of small, consistent steps. What you’re building is bigger than today.

To close, maybe we can chat about your parents and what they did that was particularly impactful for you?

My parents weren’t perfect—they had their own struggles, like many do—but what they gave me has stayed with me in powerful ways. Through their imperfections, they still managed to teach me some of life’s most important lessons: how to love, how to be a friend, how to set boundaries, and how to value myself.

They didn’t always have the right words or the perfect responses, but their intention was always love. My mother, in particular, taught me the importance of self-esteem and speaking up for myself, even when it was uncomfortable. My father showed me what loyalty looked like, and how meaningful true friendship could be.

They helped me understand that boundaries are not walls—they’re ways of honoring both yourself and others. And most importantly, they taught me that self-worth isn’t given—it’s something you build, protect, and carry with you.

Their lessons weren’t always taught in ideal conditions, but they were real, and they’ve shaped the way I now support others on their journey toward healing and self-discovery.

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