About Me
My career has always revolved around serving people and exploring the human experience. With over two decades of experience, a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and a history of leadership and coaching, I’ve dedicated my work to creating spaces where individuals can process emotions, find relief from trauma, and unlock their potential.
This mission is deeply rooted in my personal journey. Over the years, I’ve reflected on my own growth in areas like financial freedom, healthy relationships, and career mobility. I recognized that unresolved past experiences can manifest in professional and personal spaces, hindering progress. To avoid this, I committed to doing the internal work necessary to bring clarity, balance, and intention to my life and the lives of others.
As a supervisor, I saw how my values—collaboration, inclusivity, and innovation—naturally influenced my team. I understood that my leadership approaches could transcend individual efforts to create systemic impact. This realization became the driving force behind IEI: a place where the tools and insights I’ve developed are shared with others to foster healthier, more effective systems.
A Personal Mission
My journey has shown me the power of emotion. I’ve witnessed the profound relief that comes when people process dormant emotions and trauma, not only through therapeutic techniques but through leadership and organizational culture as well. By integrating these practices into my work, I hope to only provide the essential support to individuals and teams across multiple levels—helping them grow and connect on a deeper level.
Outside of my professional work, I am a creative at heart. My hobbies include drawing, painting, sewing, and other pursuits that allow me to bring my thoughts to life. These activities remind me of the power of intention: the ability to think, create, and transform ideas into reality.
Let’s Connect
Whether you’re an individual seeking personal development, a collaborator aiming to create systemic change, or an organization ready to evolve, IEI is here to partner with you. Together, we can build a future where the prioritization of humans through an emotion responsive lens are the drivers of success.
I have a deep passion for reading, always valuing information and knowledge. However, I've come across numerous stories where intelligence wasn't the downfall of people's lives; rather, it was their struggle with managing emotions. Whether aspiring to be a football player, basketball player, or musician, their skills were not the issue; it was the challenge of handling emotions. Realizing this, I felt like I uncovered a hidden secret. As an advocate, I felt compelled to share this revelation immediately. I initiated a virtual program using the five components of emotional intelligence developed by Daniel Goleman and one-on-one mental health coaching to ensure support reached those who desired it. While my original dream wasn't centered on education, helping others navigate their experiences in the world has always been the ultimate goal.
The core pillars of our framework lie in awareness, insight, and resilience. By consistently returning to these foundational components, we ensure the enduring presence of The Intelligent Emotion Institute. Throughout this journey, we remain committed to building connections with individuals, systems, and organizations in alignment with The Intelligent Emotion Institute mission.