Meet Tamra Hollingsworth

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Tamra Hollingsworth. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Tamra, we sincerely appreciate you joining us today and agreeing to talk about some very personal topics. So, to kick things off, let’s talk about a tough one – divorce. Can you talk to us about how you overcame divorce?

Overcoming divorce wasn’t just about moving on from a relationship—it was about coming home to myself. With no distractions and no one else to focus on, I was left face-to-face with the patterns, pain, and pieces I had ignored for too long.

What I uncovered wasn’t just about my marriage—it was about the ways I had shown up in all my relationships. I started to see the unhealthy dynamics I had accepted with friends, with partners, and even within myself. And the hard truth was, if I didn’t want to repeat it, I had to change.

That realization became a turning point. I leaned into healing through my faith, a lot of quiet reflection, journaling, and owning my part in the story—not with shame, but with a deep desire to grow. Divorce gave me the space to confront what wasn’t serving me and to start showing up differently—with boundaries, with self-respect, and with a new kind of clarity.

Now, I see that season not as the end, but as the beginning of becoming the woman God always intended me to be. It was painful, but it was also the most honest and transformative chapter of my life.

Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?

My journey into this work didn’t start with my own healing—it began in 2018, when I lost my sister to cancer. She left behind five children, and I watched firsthand as the mental health system failed them. I was heartbroken, and I felt called to do something. That’s what originally inspired me to become a certified kids life coach—to step in where the system was falling short and be the kind of support I wish they’d had.

But as I worked with children, I kept seeing the same thing: the real breakthroughs happened when parents were supported, too. I realized that if we want to create lasting change for families, we have to start with the adults—especially those navigating hard transitions like divorce, co-parenting, or emotional healing. That’s when Mustard Seeds Coaching was born.

Mustard Seeds Coaching exists to help individuals and families grow through what they’re going through. I walk alongside people who are rebuilding their lives—often after divorce, trauma, or deep loss—and help them set healthy boundaries, reconnect with themselves, and move forward with faith and intention. I’m especially passionate about supporting parents, because when they heal, the whole family feels it.

At the same time, I’m building Faith Works, a brand centered on faith-based tools that make spiritual growth practical. Our Devotion-in-Action cards and 60-day journals help people not only reflect on scripture but live it out—through small, meaningful steps. These resources are still gaining traction, but they were created with deep care for those trying to walk in faith through real-life struggles.

I’m also preparing to launch a Co-Parenting Tracker & Journal, designed for parents navigating difficult co-parenting dynamics. It’s a practical, neutral tool that helps document custody time, communication, and incidents—something I wish more people had access to during tough seasons.

At the heart of it all, I’m just a woman who’s been through hard things and is using those experiences to lift others up. I don’t have all the answers, but I believe deeply in planting seeds—of hope, healing, and faith—and watching God do the growing.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, the three most impactful qualities in my journey were self-awareness and accountability, resilience, and faith-led discernment.

Self-Awareness & Accountability:
For me, healing started when I finally stopped looking outward for answers and turned inward. I had to take a brutally honest look at how I had ended up in a deeply unhealthy marriage with a narcissistic partner who had been emotionally, mentally, financially, and at times physically abusive. That level of harm doesn’t happen in isolation—and I had to face how I had been conditioned to tolerate things I never should have. But I also had to take accountability for how I showed up, stayed, minimized red flags, and avoided confrontation in friendships, too.

That part was painful—especially losing my best friend. She and her partner chose to stay close to my ex-husband instead of supporting me, even after knowing the abuse I endured. That kind of abandonment cut deeply. But it also opened my eyes. If I didn’t want to repeat those patterns, I had to change. For anyone just beginning their healing journey, I encourage you to ask the hard questions without shame. Self-awareness is the gateway to freedom.

Resilience:
I’ve always seen myself as resilient, but during this chapter, I learned just how deep that resilience could go. I had to keep standing when everything around me felt like it was falling apart—my marriage, my friendships, my sense of safety. Some days, I felt like I was drowning. But I kept going. Resilience looked like getting up, starting over, crying through it, and still choosing growth.

If you’re struggling, start with small wins. Make your bed. Go for a walk. Write out what you’re feeling. Trust that the strength is already in you—it just needs a place to rise.

Faith-Led Discernment:
This journey taught me to stop placing blind trust in others and start asking God for clarity. I used to lead with empathy and give everyone the benefit of the doubt—even at the cost of my own well-being. But discernment helped me see things for what they were, not what I hoped they’d be. I began praying differently. Listening differently. And I learned to trust the quiet nudges of the Holy Spirit over the noise of people-pleasing and fear.

If you’re in a place where everything feels foggy, I want to remind you: God will guide you if you let Him. Stay in the Word. Ask for wisdom. Pay attention to what brings you peace and what drains your spirit. Discernment is a muscle that grows with use.

My encouragement: Sometimes healing means grieving what didn’t survive with you—relationships, identities, illusions. But it also means rebuilding something stronger and more rooted in truth. You are not weak for walking away—you are brave for choosing yourself, your healing, and the life God still has for you.

How would you describe your ideal client?

My ideal client is someone who is ready—not necessarily ready to have it all figured out, but ready to be honest, to grow, and to take ownership of their healing. They’re often navigating a major life transition—like divorce, co-parenting challenges, or emotional recovery from toxic relationships—and they’re tired of just surviving. They want to do the deeper work, not just for themselves, but to create a healthier future.

They’re open to reflection, curious about change, and willing to look at their patterns with both honesty and compassion. They may feel lost or overwhelmed, but they have a spark—however small—that says, “There has to be more than this.”

I especially connect with individuals who are faith-driven or faith-curious—people who want to bring their beliefs into the healing process, but also want practical tools to help them grow emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. They value both truth and grace, and they’re looking for a coach who will meet them where they are without judgment—but won’t let them stay stuck.

Whether they’re parents trying to show up better for their kids, individuals untangling years of dysfunction, or someone rebuilding after loss—my ideal client is someone who’s ready to reclaim their voice, set healthier boundaries, and walk forward with clarity and intention.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.mustardseedscoaching.com
• Instagram: mustardseeds_coaching
• Facebook: mustardseedscoach

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