“Monique helped us move from hopelessness to hopefulness. Monique does what she says she is going to do and she's relatable, very responsive and provides honest feedback. Our time with Monique was truly meaningful.”
— vicki mash
Life and work as interconnected and interdependent, like a living system. Our work, relationships, health, responsibilities, rhythms, and inner world are constantly influencing one another. When we stop treating these areas as separate and begin to understand how they function together, we open the door to a more holistic way of understanding ourselves and a more supportive way of living and working.
Your life is a system, not a series of separate parts
illume advisory group
Structure plays a quiet but powerful role in how we experience daily life. When it reflects who we are and what we are carrying, it creates stability, clarity, and space. When it is outdated or imposed without reflection, it can feel rigid, draining, or constricting.
The structures that shape daily life are not static. As responsibilities, capacity, and priorities change, systems that once felt supportive can begin to feel out-of-step with what life requires now.
At Illume Advisory Group, our work begins by identifying the patterns and pressures shaping a person’s experience, then co-creating structures that better support their energy, capacity, and current reality.
my philosophy
Structure to Support Life, Not Control It
my approach
A systems-based, energetically-informed approach
I work with the full ecosystem of a person’s life, beyond the surface-level symptoms. Stress, strain, and friction carry important information. They point to where support is breaking down, the patterns being reinforced, and which parts of life and work are asking for attention.
That is why my work begins with understanding how a person’s life is currently functioning. Together, we look at the structures, routines, rhythms, and patterns shaping their experience, along with the deeper factors influencing what support will actually hold.
From there, we co-create support with intention. I draw from both practical systems and personal energetics, including energy, capacity, rhythm, and decision-making style, to shape structures that feel supportive, sustainable, and aligned with the person they are meant to serve.
Grounded guidance,
clear boundaries, and thoughtful design
Think: Iyanla Vanzant meets Marie Kondo, with the grounded wisdom of your favorite aunt who will hold you through challenges and tell you the truth with care.
My work is grounded, attentive, and direct. I create space for reflection and understanding while also bringing clarity, structure, and honest feedback to the process. I do not rush people through decisions, and I do not avoid naming what is present.
how I work
I work best with people who are willing to look at their life as it actually is. Together, we slow things down enough to understand what is happening beneath the surface, so decisions and changes can be made with intention.
I am thoughtful about boundaries and scope. I offer clear containers, focused sessions, and well-defined support. This allows the work to remain sustainable, respectful, and effective for everyone involved.
At its core, my role is to help people make sense of what they are experiencing, understand what their system is asking for, and co-create support that honors both their humanity and the life they are responsible for leading.
the herbalist
My connection to plants is ever-present. As a trained Clinical and Spiritual Herbalist, I know that herbal medicine is powerful, and must be revered. Herbs are a part of my daily life. In addition to practicing herbalism, I'm also a mentor and teacher of the craft.
the diviner & energy worker
the Lifelong Learner
the diviner & energy worker
Reiki. Subtle Energy. The Akashic Records. Tarot. Oracle. Numerology. Cardology. You name it, It's likely that I know about it! I've has trained with some of the best teachers and guides to hone and enhance my natural intuitive gifts (winks in Pluto in Scorpio in the 8th house, and Saturn in the 12th house!).
the Lifelong Learner
the herbalist
This combination — systems thinking paired with energetic and intuitive literacy — is what allows me to guide people with both clarity and care, without bypassing complexity or oversimplifying their experience.
the Lifelong Learner
The best teachers never forget how to be a good student. One thing I will always do is sign up for a class or course! As a Human Design Generator with a 5/1 Profile, I have a natural inclination to investigate and dive deeply into things that pique my interest, with the goal to expand my expertise.
THE herbalist
THE diviner & energy worker
This combination — systems thinking paired with energetic and intuitive literacy — is what allows me to guide people with both clarity and care, without bypassing complexity or oversimplifying their experience.
more about monique
What Shapes My lens
My lens has been shaped by both practical systems work and intuitive study. Alongside my background in structure, process improvement, and design, I am also an herbalist, diviner, and energy worker. Together, these paths have deepened how I understand rhythm, capacity, and the subtle ways life communicates when something is asking for attention.
Each of these disciplines shapes how I listen, interpret patterns, and design support. Explore the lenses below to learn more about what informs my work.
an invitation into my orbit
Support for your current season
Whether you are navigating ongoing strain, a season of transition, or a growing need for stronger support, there are a few ways we can begin. Explore the ways to work together, or book a brief conversation if you’d like help identifying the right starting point.
