2026 Coaches (Last Name M-Z)

As a coach, Aleah creates a non-judgmental, supportive environment that enables clients to grow, learn, and build more fulfilling, purposeful professional and personal lives. Through 1:1 coaching, clients clarify their values and vision for their life, and break down their goals into manageable...Read more about Aleah Warren-Tong

Alla Shashkina is an Executive and Leadership Coach who partners with senior leaders and professionals in complex, mission-driven organizations, including technology and public institutions, to navigate ambiguity, build clarity, and sustain high performance. She works one-on-one with executives...Read more about Alla Shashkina

Amila de Saram-Larssen is an ICF-certified ADHD and executive function coach, holding Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credentials along with additional certifications as a Certified ADHD Life Coach (iACT Center) and Certified Executive Function Coach (EFCA). She brings over 20 years of...Read more about Amila de Saram-Larssen

Amy Mok is the Founder and Leadership & Executive Coach at Recode Leadership LLC. She guides leaders from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, particularly quiet, high-achieving professionals navigating environments...Read more about Amy Mok

Amy Shuman serves as the Executive Director of Staff Coaching and Professional Development for the Division of Student Affairs at UC Davis. She has a master's degree in leadership from University of the Pacific, is a Gallup advanced certified Strengths coach, and a professional certified coach...Read more about Amy Shuman

Anyith Sotillo is a leadership coach, engineer, and technical program manager with over 10 years of experience leading teams across technology and engineering. She is a Co-Active professional coach with 200+ hours of ICF-accredited education and training in Positive Intelligence (PQ). Anyith...Read more about Anyith Sotillo

Becca Mason, PhD, is a career coach and program manager in the Division of Undergraduate Education at UC Berkeley, where she manages a campus-wide portfolio of noncredit, online programs. Before joining Berkeley, she was an Associate Professor of Philosophy at the University of San Francisco,...Read more about Becca Mason

Becky brings a practical approach to coaching, helping clients focus in on the area that will have the greatest impact on their professional life. She supports them as they set goals, identify opportunities, develop action plans, and strategies to overcome obstacles.

Becky has spent her...Read more about Becky Sanchez

Carrie Meconis is an Executive and Team Coach who partners with leaders and teams to navigate complexity, strengthen collaboration, and communicate with clarity. Drawing on over 20 years of experience in higher education, leadership and the arts, she blends creativity with evidence-based...Read more about Carrie Meconis

Hello! I'm an ICF-certified coach with 7 years of formal coaching experience. My ~20 year career has spanned advertising, tech, and academia. I’ve been an individual contributor, a team leader, and an org leader. My experience in the fields of marketing and HR means I understand both the...Read more about Charlaé Washington

Crystal is a certified coach with a diverse professional administration background supporting individuals and organizations across nonprofit, legal, and corporate environments. She brings a thoughtful, grounded approach to coaching, helping clients clarify what matters most, build self-awareness...Read more about Crystal Sloan

My specialty is partnering with growth-minded leaders, and my approach is rooted in the belief that phenomenal leadership starts within, beginning with your well-being to ignite your inherent leadership capabilities.

I was introduced to professional coaching in 2011 and have since earned...Read more about Dania Rivas

"Daniel Moglen, Ph.D., is an ICF certified coach and Education and Training Specialist at UC Davis Health's Clinical and Translational Science Center. He holds certifications from UC Davis's Coaching for Life and Work and Executive Leadership programs, plus a doctorate in Linguistics. Daniel has...Read more about Daniel Moglen

Dr. Deepak Patil, Organizational Consultant, UCOP has more than 20 years of experience in leadership development, executive coaching and organizational consulting. He holds a doctorate in Organizational Psychology and an MBA, and brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical expertise to...Read more about Deepak Patil

Dina Venezky, PhD, PCC, BCC, CPC, ORSCC, is a leadership coach who helps curious people make intentional changes.

As a mom, scientist, and founder, she partners with clients to reflect on how their strengths can lead to greater fulfillment in all areas of their lives. Her diverse...Read more about Dina Venezky

Currently Berkeley Career Engagement’s Assistant Director for Environmental Design, Dinorah Meyer, MS, NCC, RYT 500, C-IAYT, has 25 years’ experience as a career counselor/coach, including 20+ years working with UC Berkeley’s diverse students and alumni, five years with partners of visiting...Read more about Dinorah Meyer

I currently serve as the Senior Advisor on Equity and Belonging in the Division of Student Affairs at UC Berkeley. With 20+ years in higher education, I am a dedicated professional who leads by serving students, staff, and faculty through an equity, inclusion, and belonging lens.

In my...Read more about Donna Vivar

I love getting to know ""the stories behind the faces,"" whether it's with colleagues, direct reports, customers or coaching clients. This curiosity and empathy drove me to not only lead large, global teams to solve complex problems by deeply understanding the end-user, but it’s also led me into...Read more about Dorothy Yang

Elijah Seay is a leadership coach who empowers next-gen leaders to cultivate self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-compassion. Drawing on a decade of experience as an HR Manager, facilitator, DiSC expert, and ICF-PCC coach, Elijah believes great leadership starts with the Self.

Having...Read more about Elijah Seay

Elizabeth Sage is a certified personal and career coach who helps individuals build meaningful, well-aligned lives and careers. Clients consistently describe her ability to ask thoughtful, exploratory questions that deepen self-awareness, surface strengths, and expand perspective, often helping...Read more about Elizabeth Sage

Eliabeth Sturdy is an ICF-certified and Gallup Strengths certified coach with over fifteen years of experience in higher education. She currently serves as an Organizational Development Strategist for the UC Davis School of Nursing and previously served as the inaugural Director of Mentoring for...Read more about Elizabeth Sturdy

Elyse H. Rast, Ph.D., ACC is a professional coach with over 30 years of experience in education, adult learning, and professional development. She supports individuals and groups in clarifying priorities, identifying next steps, and building momentum and confidence during periods of transition...Read more about Elyse Rast

Most often, people come to me for coaching because they feel stuck. Together, we'll organize your thoughts; reduce overwhelm; relieve tension between competing goals or values; and apply a practical decision-making philosophy so you'll find peace of mind and have confidence to move forward....Read more about Erik White

"Geoff is an ICF-accredited leadership coach and former software engineering manager with over 35 years of experience in the tech industry. His extensive career includes roles at companies like Microsoft and Google, as well as co-founding two successful Silicon Valley startups. Geoff's expertise...Read more about Geoff Mendal

Greta Petruska is a leadership coach and people strategist with 20 years of experience supporting individuals across industries, cultures, and career stages. She spent 13 years at McKinsey & Company, where she served as People Director in Central Europe across seven countries, leading a...Read more about Greta Petruska

Helanah Warren is your go-to coach for navigating the transition from stress and worry to a thriving confidence and clarity in your professional life. With over 15 years of experience empowering high-achievers to clarify their goals, build confidence, and embrace their unique strengths, she’s...Read more about Helanah Warren

Imagine a career that inspires you and fits the life you desire.

No more forcing yourself into roles that don't feel right.

As a two-time CEO, I’ve faced burnout, misalignment, and empty promises.

I found relief when I started aligning my work with my life.

Now, I...Read more about Hon Mun Yip

Iris Savage Dargan is a certified Personal & Executive Coach with eight years of experience empowering individuals and organizations to achieve success. Iris holds her ACC credential through ICF. As the founder of Discovering the Missing...Read more about Iris Savage Dargan

Jennifer Whitcomb, ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC), Principal of The Trillium Group is a seasoned global leadership and executive coach with over 25 years of experience working with diverse leaders. Known for her ability to help...Read more about Jennifer Whitcomb

Jes Valentin is a professional coach and seasoned expert in human resources, organizational psychology, and talent. With more than 25 years of global experience, she has helped leaders in both Fortune 50 multinational and not-for-profit organizations achieve growth, lead through change, and...Read more about Jes Valentin

Dr. Jim Robey is a Master Certified Coach (ICF–MCC) with over 21 years of coaching experience and 35 years of leadership in ministry, nonprofit, and organizational settings. He is the founder of Jim Robey Coaching LLC and an...Read more about Jim Robey

Joan Russell is an ICF-ACC certified Change Coach, Consultant, Facilitator, and Speaker who works with people navigating career transitions, burnout, organizational change, and identity shifts at work. She has supported professionals across a wide range of roles, backgrounds, ages, and...Read more about Joan Russell

My first experience with receiving career guidance was a career assessment at age 12 that told me I should work in forestry and sanitation. I realized early on that there are no simple hacks to figuring out your career and translating what you love and what you’re good at into a job you’re...Read more about Julia Rosof

With over +15 yrs in Higher Education working in Career Services, International Education, and Admissions roles I noticed that many Higher Ed professionals are burnt out, feel stuck, & struggle with prioritizing themselves because they care so much about providing service to others which...Read more about Justin Oliver

As a Career Health Coach with expertise in neuroscience, nutrition, and communications, I bring a unique approach to career development. I understand how lifestyle impacts work and am committed to helping people grow personally and professionally.

Over the past 16 years, I have worked...Read more about Karina Saravia-Butler

Kate Zuby joined the CAPS Career Counseling team back in 2018. She received her Master's degree in College Counseling in 2017 from San Francisco State University. Her role at UC Berkeley includes working with students, alumni, and community members to provide career exploration support for...Read more about Kate Zuby

Katerina, MPsych (Hons), CPCC, MBA is a psychology-based, trauma-informed coach working at the intersection of human behavior, identity transitions, and professional development. She holds a Master’s degree in Psychology and an MBA from the University of Houston, with advanced certifications...Read more about Katerina Zhukova

Kerry Rockers is an Executive and Career Coach with over 20 years of experience supporting leaders through career growth, leadership development, and complex transitions. Her coaching is informed by a strong foundation in global Human Resources leadership and experience coaching clients across...Read more about Kerry Rockers

Having served in various roles at large higher education institutions for the past 11 years, Krista is passionate about supporting higher education staff in figuring out what’s next in an intentional way. In coaching, Krista combines a blend of life design, strengths, and mindfulness approaches...Read more about Krista Vaught

I approach professional development holistically, exploring how careers, relationships, health/wellness and personal passions fit together. I’m fascinated by stories: not just our history or our aspirations, but the stories we tell ourselves every day (consciously or unconsciously), and how they...Read more about Laura Reid

Linda Rhoads, ICF-PCC, is an executive coach who partners with high-achieving professionals seeking to lead with clarity, confidence, and sustainability.

With over 20 years as an executive advisor and Chief of Staff within the UC system, Linda brings practical knowledge of complex...Read more about Linda Rhoads

Lynne Mueller is an executive coach with 15 years of global experience supporting leaders at every stage of their careers.

She has designed and led bespoke leadership programs across 30 countries and six continents for the world’s then largest creative and marketing group. Her coaching...Read more about Lynne Naomi Mueller

Misha Safran (she/they) is a trilingual ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), leadership trainer, and facilitator with over 35 years of experience in education, organizational development, and DEIA-informed practice. She works with professionals across roles and identities, including educators...Read more about Misha Safran

"Monica Murarka is an executive coach, team facilitator, and embodiment teacher for leaders. Monica spent 25 years of experience advising leaders across numerous industries on strategy, operations, talent, leadership, and organizational challenges. Her most recent corporate role was Head of the...Read more about Monica Murarka

Natasha Marshall is an accomplished coach and leader with a multifaceted career spanning coaching, diplomacy, and community service. She currently serves as an Adjunct Coach for the U.S. Department of State, the Director of Partnerships for the International Coaching Federation – Georgia, and...Read more about Natasha Marshall

I am an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and facilitator with 10+ years of experience supporting individuals, teams, and organizations through change, growth, and transition. My background includes HR, leadership development, employee engagement, and program design, with experience...Read more about Natasha Marston-Sy

As a Certified ACC Leadership Coach, I brings over 30 years of business leadership experience in global companies. With an approach that is dynamic and always relatable to the real challenges of business, I want to enable my leadership clients to quickly get to the solutions that unleashes their...Read more about Nile Rowan

Peggy Wu is a Quiet Leadership Strategist and executive coach for women in tech navigating moments when outward success no longer feels aligned. She works with leaders who carry significant responsibility and have reached the limits of what logic, striving, and performance alone can sustain —...Read more about Peggy Wu

Rachel York is a coach, facilitator, and higher education professional with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals through change across corporate healthcare and higher education settings. She currently works on the MBA Admissions team at UC Berkeley’s Haas School of Business, where...Read more about Rachel York

As an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and L&OD strategist with 10+ years of experience, I specialize in helping leaders navigate complex organizational systems. My background spans HR and R&D, where I’ve focused on building resilient, future-ready teams. I am deeply committed to...Read more about Rashmi Sharma

Rosine is an ICF-accredited PCC coach with over seven years of experience supporting leaders and individual contributors in their career and professional development. She brings more than 15 years of experience in global management consulting, with work spanning education, technology and many...Read more about Rosine Suire

Sabrina Szabo, M.A., PCC, is an executive coach and intercultural educator who partners with leaders who live and lead between cultures, expectations, and identities. With 750+ coaching hours, 310+ coach-specific training hours, and an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC) credential, she draws...Read more about Sabrina Szabo

Sara Mirza is a Psychology Instructor, Career & Leadership coach, Hypnotherapist, and Organizational Behavior Consultant with a background spanning HR and Business Operations in tech, automotive, and finance. Formerly Head of People and Culture at a financial firm, she now runs her own...Read more about Sara Mirza

Leadership Coach & Founder of Elevate She, Sarah Peterson partners with driven, values-oriented leaders to define success on their own terms and lead with clarity, vitality, and sustainable impact. With 25+ years across Fortune 500...Read more about Sarah Peterson

Saunders Moore is an ICF-credentialed executive and leadership coach and licensed psychotherapist with over a decade of experience supporting professionals navigating change, complexity, and growth. She has worked with individuals across industries, career stages, and identities, and brings a...Read more about Saunders Moore

With over two decades of leadership experience in technology, healthcare, and change management, Shachi Patel is an Executive Coach and the founder of SETU Coaching & Consulting. A Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with a Master’s in Software Engineering, she specializes in helping...Read more about Shachi Patel

Shakti is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Associate Certified Coach (ACC) credentialed with the International Coaching Federation (ICF). She partners with emerging leaders and other individuals, co-creating a safe and supportive space for self-exploration and reflection....Read more about Shakti Radhakishun

Susan Sjolund is an ICF-accredited leadership coach with over 20 years of global experience spanning marketing, entrepreneurship, and executive leadership. She is the Founder of Fully Present Coaching and a Lead by Greatness...Read more about Susan Sjolund

Tamara is a DICA-certified health and wellness coach with over 20 years of experience as a physical therapist, supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds through life, job, and role transitions. She integrates neuroscience-based strategies to help clients build sustainable habits, shift...Read more about Tamara Shih

Toni is a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, life, work and grief coach with training in somatic and trauma-informed healing. Toni is ICF ACC Certified and has a master’s degree in nursing with focus on leadership. She worked in major hospitals and biotech companies.

Being a...Read more about Toni Rodolfo-Benson