About
Who I Work With
I've partnered with organizations ranging from global industry leaders to fast-growing startups across fintech, SaaS, media, manufacturing and wellness.
My coaching programs are built for ambitious professionals navigating critical inflection points in their careers. Whether you're stepping into greater responsibility or ready to break through a plateau, I help you lead with clarity, confidence and impact.
Mid-Level Managers ready to accelerate You're good at your job, but feeling stuck, overlooked, or unsure of your next move. I help you gain clarity on where you want to go, raise your visibility, earn the recognition you deserve and step into leadership in a way that feels authentic and sustainable.
Leaders building teams for the first time You're growing a team and discovering that the skills that got you here aren't the same ones you need now. I help you develop the executive presence and leadership fundamentals that reduce turnover, increase team engagement, and give you better return on the time you invest in your people.
A Holistic Approach to Developing
the Leader & the Person:
Leadership coaching is about developing skills and achieving professional goals, but many leaders also seek deeper personal growth and fulfillment.
Drawing from my background in Communication and Counseling Psychology, I take a holistic approach. The tools utilized in sessions help leaders navigate the personal challenges of leadership while strengthening their ability to lead effectively.
While some of the tools I use in coaching may resemble those in therapy, the two are distinct. Therapy takes a deeper, more comprehensive look at a person’s past and present experiences, relationships and behaviors, while also considering future goals.
Coaching is more focused on the present, helping individuals move toward their personal and professional aspirations.
Both can be powerful, depending on what a person is looking to explore or gain.
I discuss the difference between coaching and therapy in the "How to Relate" Podcast
Client Impact:
My clients report gaining:
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Strategic direction including identifying roadblocks to effective change.
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Leadership skills development and effective implementation of them
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Enhanced self-awareness and the ability to lead aligned with their values
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Increased communication skillsets including tailored tools to address their unique conversation challenges
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Personal growth and the resilience to overcome stress and burnout
Certifications & Qualifications
B.A. in Communication from USC - 2002
M.A. in Communication from UC Boulder - 2005
M.S. in Counseling Psychology from Dominican - 2012
BetterUp Leadership Coach - 2017 - 2022
Founded Spring Ahead Coaching - 2019
Conscious Business Coaching Program - 2019
Positive Intelligence Coach Training - 2021
Executive and Individual Contributor Communication Coaching since 2005
