hi, i’m shana!

I approach coaching with a holistic lens: all of who you are is important and valuable to unlocking your next step. I am enthusiastic about your values, vision and motivations; and passionate about helping you amplify joy, connection and liberation as you move through life. I’m here to serve as a support, coming alongside you to explore and expand what’s possible.

I bring to my coaching over 20 years of experience teaching, facilitating and working for justice. My areas of expertise include:

  • conflict resolution

  • communication techniques

  • motivational interviewing

  • intergroup dialogue

  • multipartial facilitation techniques

  • social identity exploration

  • understanding systems of power

  • mindfulness

I have coaching certifications from the University of Michigan and Rice University’s DOERR Institute for New Leaders, and additional training in the Co-Active coaching model. I received my B.A. in Women’s Studies from the University of Michigan and my J.D. from the University of Miami.

Coaching is an investment in you and an opportunity to realize your dreams and goals. Let’s do this!

testimonials

  • "Shana is overall exceptional! She was engaging and provided me with support, encouragement and flexibility. I am a stronger leader as a result of her coaching."

    Leadership Coaching Client

  • "Amazing amazing amazing! [Shana] brought a warm energy to the space that encouraged me to share."

    Workshop Participant

  • "Shana was excellent -- really clear information provided, and really supportive energy."

    Workshop Participant

  • "Shana is so great! No notes - I feel like Shana is just a pro at this."

    Workshop Participant

  • "Shana was great - supportive, adaptable, communicative, and calm."

    Workshop Participant

  • "Shana is one of the best facilitators I have worked with. She created a brave space where I felt able to be vulnerable and show my true self."

    Workshop Participant

  • "Working with Shana was a grounding, joyful, and motivating experience. Shana helped steer me through a time of uncertainty in my career with a thoughtful, compassionate, and powerful set of questions, affirmation, and guidance."

    Julia T., Non-profit Executive Director

    Leadership Coaching Client

  • "Shana is a strong listener, asks great questions, and has a creative set of tools and strategies for exploring professional growth. I highly recommend Shana as a coach!"

    Leadership Coaching Client

  • "Shana is a wonderful coach who creates a safe, relationship-driven environment in which to explore and grow both personally and professionally."

    Aaron P., Leadership Coaching Client