Courtney Allen, MEd
Writing Coach, Mentor, Founder
My work is rooted in one belief: storytelling is a wellness practice.
Whether through mentorship, book coaching, or rest-forward products, I help action-oriented women explore their lived experiences to reset and shape the next chapter of their lives.
With a background in English Literature and a Master’s in Education, I bring both depth and strategy to every project. I’ve always admired the strong women in my family but I saw how rarely they had space to pause. Over time, I realized that strength isn’t just about endurance. It’s about curiosity. About asking: What do I want now? What’s mine to carry? And what becomes possible when I trust my story to guide me forward?
Through Indira Candle Co., I honour the pause. Each candle is a reminder that rest isn’t a reward, it’s part of the work.
This is what it means to write and reset. This is wellness on your terms.
Developmental Editing
& Book Coaching
Your story isn’t just a collection of events—it’s perspective. Get curious about the lessons your experiences hold and how they can guide or challenge others. For women who’ve led in their careers, writing a book is a powerful way to reflect and step into what’s next.
Depending on your goals, support can include:
Developmental Editing: Structuring your manuscript, refining its flow, and ensuring your message is clear and resonant.
Book Coaching: Strategic, chapter-by-chapter guidance to help you stay focused, deepen your voice, and bring your work to the level it deserves.
For action-oriented women feeling the weight of burnout, this structured mentorship will help you get curious about what’s driving your overwhelm and how to reclaim your energy and focus. Together, we’ll explore your story and patterns to create clearer boundaries and sustainable habits, so you can lead with intention, not exhaustion.
Tap here to get clarity on your burnout and what to do next.
OWN Your Story is a 1:1 offer grounded in my OWN Framework: Observe, Weave, Name + Integrate—a practical method that helps you get curious about your story to reclaim your voice and redefine success on your terms.
Over 12 structured sessions, we’ll:
Identify where boundaries are needed by exploring your values, patterns, and priorities.
Develop practical strategies to set them with clarity and confidence.
Shift from overextending to aligned action, using tools you can return to again and again.
Imagine creating a life that feels as good as it looks.
Let’s build the foundation for a rhythm that allows you to thrive without sacrificing yourself in the process.
Mentorship
Strength is: rest, reflection, and flow.
In a world that glorifies hustle, each candle is a reminder that success isn’t just about doing more—it’s about honouring what fuels you.
Each scent is inspired by a healing moment, offering a gentle reminder to slow down. We offer:
Non-toxic, hand-poured candles designed to inspire harmony.
A movement dedicated to self-care and intentional living.
An invitation to pause, reconnect, and move through life with more ease.
Indira Candle Co.
Light a candle and redefine what strength means to you.
| Kind Words
“Courtney is a beautiful soul who carries herself with grace, confidence, and class. She treats others with kindness, embraces her culture with pride, and lights up every space she enters. Her wisdom and elegance are truly inspiring.”
—Shan D.
“Courtney is where quality and care meet.
I've worked with Courtney for editing support on pieces ranging from blogs to speeches and each time, I was both impressed and appreciative of the care that was given to my words. She understands how to amplify my message without hindering my creative approach; a quality every writer will be grateful for.”
—Melissa M.