About Me
Hi, I’m Deridre Banks, also known as DBanks.
I’m an author, mentor, and faith-based coach. I help women rise in two ways: writing what God put in them, and becoming whole in every area of their lives. Write Your Own Message Academy is where I help aspiring authors stop overthinking, get clear, and actually publish. FFP 360 Total Woman Wellness Studio is where I support women over 40 as they renew their mind, restore their body, and reclaim their God-given purpose. If you’re rebuilding your health, your identity, or your message, you’re in the right place.
My Story…
I’m not teaching you something I read—this is what I’ve lived. I’ve had to reinvent myself in real life—especially after becoming an empty nester. I’ve had seasons where I had to start over, find my voice again, and learn how to show up as the woman God was shaping me into. That’s why I’m passionate about helping other women rise too—without pretending, without pressure, and without losing themselves.
Here’s how you can work with me:
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Write Your Own Message Academy
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The RISE Collection (books + merch + signed bundles)
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FFP 360 Total Woman Wellness Studio
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1:1 Coaching
What Women Say After WYOMA
“Before WYOMA, I’d wanted to write for years and assumed it would take forever. In the Academy, the process pulled out what was already in me and taught me how to use the tools correctly without losing my authenticity. It was intense, but worth it. By the end, I had real confidence that I can do this—and I wasn’t doing it alone.”