Hello! I'm Dr. Marianne Olaniran

"The Comeback Doctor™"

I'm a wife, mother, award-winning social and behavioral scientist, confidence and life reinvention coach, published researcher, and successful entrepreneur. I'm here to guide you through an extraordinary transformation.

Empowering Women 

My mission is to guide high-achieving women like you out of the shadows of self-doubt, regret, and shame—and into the brilliant light of who you were always meant to be. You were not designed to shrink, second-guess yourself, or settle for a life that feels smaller than your dreams.

Having witnessed the impact of self-doubt, burnout, and identity loss, especially after life's inevitable setbacks, I stand by one unwavering belief: every woman deserves to reclaim her power and rise with confidence, prosperity, and joy. Your setbacks are not the end of your story; they mark the beginning of your most powerful chapter.

Joyfully Transcend™ LLC

I founded Joyfully Transcend™ LLC to help ambitious women rewrite their narratives, reclaim their joy, generate wealth, and boldly step into the lives they were destined for. With over 17 years of multidisciplinary research in behavioral science, health, leadership psychology, and business, I have identified the patterns that keep brilliant women stuck—and more importantly, the interventions that set them free.

Research & Impact

My extensive research on behavior change, motivation, and psychosocial factors that influence behaviors and outcomes has driven transformative advancements across diverse sectors. My career includes impactful roles at multinational corporations, leading academic medical centers, the U.S. federal government, and UNICEF. My work has been published in peer-reviewed journals, featured in media outlets, and presented on global stages.

Credentials & Recognition

• Doctor of Public Health, University of Texas
• Master of Public Health, New York University
• Master of Science in Health Sciences, George Washington University
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Utah
• Graduate Study, Johns Hopkins University
• International Graduate Study, University of Geneva

I've received numerous awards and honors for academic excellence and leadership from prestigious institutions, including the United Nations, Albertsons, New York University, University of Texas, Johns Hopkins University, The Obesity Society, Delta Omega Honorary Society, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, University of Utah, Weight Watchers, and more.

Personal Transformation & Coaching

For over a decade, I've coached and mentored high-achieving women, helping them to rebuild from the ground up, reclaim not just clarity and confidence, but a sense of purpose so authentic it transforms everything.

This work isn't just my profession—it's my calling, forged from my journey through the fire of transformation.

Born in the USA and raised primarily in Nigeria, I learned early that life rarely follows the script we write for ourselves. I've navigated profound personal losses, watched loved ones battle severe illnesses that tested every fiber of their being, experienced heartbreak that left me questioning everything, and wrestled with insecurities that whispered I wasn't enough. Each challenge could have been a dead end. Instead, they became doorways to a deeper understanding of resilience and transformation.

Through these experiences, I discovered something powerful: transformation isn't just possible—it's inevitable when you have the right framework, the right support, and the courage to trust the process. I channeled this discovery into academic excellence, professional success, and entrepreneurial ventures that reflected my authentic self rather than society's expectations.

Today, I also celebrate 15 years of a vibrant marriage with my husband, an award-winning Harvard-trained physician-scientist. Our partnership stands as powerful proof of what becomes possible when two people commit to continuous growth, both individually and together. We've built a life overflowing with joy, purpose, and deep connection while nurturing our family and scaling our respective careers.

Our story proves what I help my clients discover every day: You don't have to choose between success and fulfillment, between ambition and joy, between professional excellence and personal happiness. You can create a life where all of these flourish together.

Inside you lies the woman you are destined to be. With the right guidance, she will gracefully step into the light, ready to shine.

Your Journey to Transformation

My lived experience, doctoral expertise in behavior change, and over a decade of coaching high-achieving women equip me to guide powerful transformations using my proven proprietary multi-dimensional framework that addresses every aspect of your life: emotional mastery, relational depth, professional excellence, and personal fulfillment.

I'm not just your coach—I'm a woman who has emerged from her transformation with the roadmap to help you do the same.

Ready to transcend what's been holding you back? 

I believe that every woman should have the opportunity for abundant living

For more than ten years, I've had the privilege of walking alongside extraordinary women as they create profound shifts in every dimension of their lives.

If you’ve been carrying the weight of self-doubt, regret, stress, or overwhelm…you’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay there.

Every woman deserves to live a joyful, successful, and fulfilling life.
One where confidence isn’t a performance—it’s your foundation.

When you build that inner confidence, it opens the door to more:
✨Increased income
✨ Lasting joy
✨ Deep, rewarding relationships
✨ And a renewed sense of well-being

Let me show you how.