At Pathway to Purpose Health and Wellness, we are dedicated to helping clients gain clarity, resilience, and the essential tools to thrive, not just survive. With a deep understanding of the unique challenges families and individuals face, our mission is to provide expert, compassionate guidance on your journey to a more purposeful life.
Meet Our Team
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Meet the Founder
I’m LaWonta D. Turner, MSW, LSW (IL), MA, LCDC-I (TX), the Founder and Lead Coach of Pathway to Purpose Health & Wellness, LLC. I’m a Licensed Social Worker in the State of Illinois and bring over 15 years of professional experience in child welfare, behavioral health, and human services.
I hold a Master of Social Work from Prairie View A&M University and a Master of Arts in Human Services from Liberty University. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside individuals, families, and systems navigating high-stress situations, court involvement, and major life transitions. My professional experience includes serving in multiple roles with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS), including Conservatorship Caseworker, Foster Care Caseworker, Foster and Adoption Parent Educator, Licensing Specialist, and Abuse and Neglect Investigator for licensed foster homes, group homes, and residential facilities.
Through this work, I developed a deep understanding of resilience-building, accountability, family systems, parenting capacity, recovery-informed support, and the realities of navigating complex systems. These experiences shape how I approach every program I offer—ensuring services are structured, grounded, and focused on real-world application and growth.
At Pathway to Purpose, I support individuals, parents, professionals, and groups in gaining clarity, confidence, and practical tools to move forward with intention—not just survive life challenges but truly thrive beyond them. My programs may include individual coaching, group coaching, educational workshops, and structured courses designed to support personal growth, healthy relationships, stress management, leadership development, and life balance.
All services provided through Pathway to Purpose Health & Wellness are non-clinical and educational in nature and do not include psychotherapy, clinical diagnosis, or mental health treatment.
Dr. Christa Platt is a seasoned strategist and leader with more than two decades of experience driving transformative initiatives across education, nonprofit, corporate-adjacent, and faith-based sectors. She specializes in organizational assessment, strategic planning, leadership development, and innovative program design.
Dr. Platt has a proven track record of guiding complex projects from vision through implementation, including the creation and activation of large-scale, multi-purpose community spaces that foster creativity, collaboration, and well-being. Her expertise in space transformation integrates stakeholder engagement with operational excellence to build environments that support mission-driven growth and measurable impact.
In addition to her work in space and organizational development, Dr. Platt leads strategic growth and program innovation efforts across diverse sectors, including nonprofit leadership and entrepreneurial acceleration. She is passionate about solving complex problems and helping professionals implement solutions that produce tangible, lasting results.
Dr. Platt holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration and maintains certifications in Change Management (Cornell University), Gallup StrengthsFinder, Working Genius, and fundraising. At her core, she is a builder of people, programs, spaces, and strategies—equipped to deliver high-value consulting across industries through a unique blend of vision, leadership, and execution.
Our Guiding Principles
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We believe every individual and family has the capacity to overcome adversity and create a fulfilling, purpose-driven life. Our coaching philosophy is grounded in trust, empathy, and empowerment, and we are committed to walking alongside our clients as they build resilience, strengthen relationships, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
Why work with us?
⤷ Extensive Experience: We bring direct, hands-on experience in foster care, adoption services, and child welfare investigations.
⤷ Trauma-Informed Approach: Our work is grounded in a deep understanding of trauma and its impact, creating a safe, supportive environment for growth and healing.
⤷ Professional and Real-World Expertise: We combine advanced education, professional training, and practical field experience to deliver meaningful, results-focused support.
⤷ Culturally Responsive and Inclusive Coaching: We are committed to providing services that respect, honor, and reflect the diverse backgrounds and lived experiences of the individuals and families we serve.
⤷ Proven Adult Training Experience: We specialize in equipping adults with practical tools, actionable strategies, and confidence to create sustainable change.
Your Story Matters. Our Purpose Is to Help You Write the Next Chapter.