I'm a bilingual Harvard-, Johns Hopkins- and Northwestern-trained clinical psychologist-turned-entrepreneur with over a decade of clinical, professional, research and entrepreneurial experience. I am also a survivor of an abduction that nearly ended my life in 2016. Since then, I've come full circle and now empower others to build resilience while living a meaningful life through my work and speaking engagements.
Roles that Align with My Expertise:
- Organizational & tech consultant
- Program curriculum developer
- Medical writer & senior editor
- Expert workshop facilitator
- Mindfulness instructor
- Instructional designer
- Keynote speaker
- Content creator
- Mindset coach
- Data analyst
- Researcher
Areas of Expertise:
Mindset Assessment & Transformation | Stress Management | Mindfulness | Values Alignment | Resilience Building | Self-Compassion | Accountability | Peak Performance | Mind-Body Connection | Behavioral Change | Team Cohesion & Engagement | Workplace Psychology | Latino Mental Health | Trauma Recovery | Dissertation Guidance | Research
Services Offered:
- Strategy consultation for mental wellness initiatives
- Consultation for tech startups in psychology
- Guidance w/curriculum & program design
- Corporate & team mindfulness programs
- Seminar sessions & workshops
- Half-day & multi-day retreats
- Psychology-based research
- Speaking engagements
- 1:1 & group coaching
- Writing & Editing
Experience:
I was trained as a clinical psychologist and was a bilingual therapist, testing specialist and workshop facilitator for 13 years. I now own a psychological consulting firm where I work with executives, teams, founders, entrepreneurs and high achievers.
I've designed & led over 1,000 workshops, webinars, and multi-week programs to individuals, teams, and leaders across academic, medical, government, private, corporate, and nonprofit sectors. I have 10+ years experience in developing, facilitating, and evaluating high-value workshops and programs that are interactive, impactful, insightful & based in science.
I currently teach @Harvard CHA Center for Mindfulness as a mindfulness instructor and consultant.
I was also a SaaS tech startup cofounder, COO and Chief Science Officer for 2.5 yrs. I co-built the company from the ground up, and my work focused most on developing a psychologically-based product with special emphasis on data analysis, deep customer insight analyses, and building the psychological framework for the product. We were accepted into 2 highly competitive accelerator programs, Google for Startups VHLX and Blue Startups.
Throughout my masters, doctoral and postdoctoral career spanning 13 years I consistently worked as an academic researcher & writer. Most recently I was part of the clinical research team and presented a poster at Harvard Psychiatric Research Day & Mysell Lecture.
Education:
- Postdoctoral Fellowship in Mindfulness & Primary Care Behavioral Health Integration, Harvard Medical School
- Postdoctorate specializations in trauma-informed mindfulness, mindfulness-based therapy, and program leadership, Harvard Medical School, Cambridge Health Alliance
- Triple certifications in mindfulness instruction, Harvard Medical School, The Institute for Meditation & Psychotherapy, and the Centre for Mindfulness Studies
- Psy.D in Clinical Psychology, Adler University
- Doctoral Specializations in Adult Workshop Design/Facilitation/Evaluation, Mindfulness, and Stress Management, Northwestern University
- APA-Accredited Doctoral Internships in Health Psychology, Johns Hopkins University, University of Colorado Boulder
- M.A. in Marriage & Family Therapy, Adler School of Professional Psychology
- Bachelor of Science in Psychology, Minor in Communication, Loyola University
What You Can Expect:
My work is driven by a passion for empowering others to build resilience while living a meaningful life. You can expect open communication, high quality work, and collaboration!
I look forward to meeting you and collaborating! Send me a message to get started!
Training & Development
Management Consulting
Strategic Planning
Curriculum Development
Diversity & Inclusion
Research & Development
Stress Management
Instructional Design
Workshop
Meditation
Spanish
Mental Health
Psychology
Mindfulness
HR & Business Services
Yana U.
Miami Beach, Florida
$60/hr
4.0
5 jobs
I design high-quality learning experiences and educational programs for organizations across education, wellness, and business. I hold a Master’s Degree in Teaching and specialize in designing engaging and effective learning experiences and educational products that people genuinely enjoy. My work focuses on creating learning journeys that are strategically structured, emotionally intelligent, and built to create real transformation and long-term impact.
Over the past 11+ years, I have led the development of digital and facilitator-led learning programs used by educators, school leaders, instructional coaches, support staff, and diverse learner communities across multiple contexts, including remote and underserved environments. I specialize in turning complex ideas into clear, practical, and meaningful learning experiences that people can actually complete, apply, and grow from.
My core strengths include:
learning experience architecture
curriculum and program sequencing
workshop and course development
educational storytelling
workbook and facilitator guide creation
learner engagement and motivation
emotional and behavioral learning design
webinar and educational ecosystem strategy
customer/learner journey alignment
instructional writing and messaging clarity
While I am experienced with digital learning platforms and course ecosystems, my primary focus is not the technical build itself — it is the thinking behind the experience: structuring content thoughtfully, pacing learning effectively, supporting behavior change, and creating educational environments that feel clear, engaging, human-centered, and transformational.
My background spans classroom teaching, curriculum and program development, emotional wellness, and learning strategy, allowing me to combine strategic systems thinking with deep human insight. I’m especially interested in how education shapes confidence, culture, communication, wellbeing, and long-term growth within both organizations and communities.
I’m drawn to projects that value depth, clarity, meaningful engagement, and thoughtful transformation over generic content production or surface-level marketing.
If you’re looking for someone who can architect engaging learning experiences, strengthen educational storytelling, refine learning flow, and help create cohesive, high-impact programs, I’d love to collaborate.
Training & Development
Organizational Development
Elearning Design
Soft Skills Training
Leadership Coaching
Professional Development
Workshop Facilitation
Education
Family & Education
People Management
Instructional Design
Project Management
Technical Design
Colin S.
St. Augustine, Florida
$45/hr
5.0
6 jobs
Helping mission-driven teams build learning experiences that create meaningful, measurable change.
Most training looks good on paper but fails to stick. We design learning that is practical, personal, and honest. We design solutions that actually changes how people think and act.
What we deliver:
✅ Full-cycle course development – From needs analysis and curriculum mapping to course build (Rise 360, Storyline) and LMS integration.
✅ Branded learning experiences – Clean, emotionally resonant design with job aids, digital resources, and SCORM content that fits your brand.
✅ Learning strategy & consulting – Guidance on how to use training to solve real performance problems, not just deliver information.
✅ Creative media integration –Interviews, SME videos, and explainer assets that connect with learners on a human level.
Recent Case Highlight:
Head of Learning for Discover Behavior, a behavior-change platform serving adults re-entering society after incarceration.
Delivered:
- 12 learning modules / 48+ lessons in Rise 360
- Full curriculum map and SCORM integration
- Video interviews with peer specialists and SMEs
- A blended learning model designed for transformation, not just compliance
What Clients Say:
- “A huge asset—especially in the tech space where quick problem solving is paramount.” – Patrick F.
- “Colin's priorities are aligned around supporting whole-child development.” – Angelo B.
- “Tremendous passion for helping kids... I cannot recommend him more highly.” – Brandon S.
Why Partner With Us:
With experience spanning tech startups, nonprofits, and digital product businesses, we bring a unique blend of instructional design, psychology, and brand creativity.
Our mission is simple: to help organizations deliver learning that matters.
Training & Development
Instructional Design
Elearning
Articulate Rise
Articulate Storyline
Shareable Content Object Reference Model
Curriculum Development
Learning Theory
Elearning LMS Consulting
Interactive Design
Graphic Design
Adobe Creative Suite
Canva
AI Consulting
AI Content Creation
Cynthia R.
Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
$75/hr
5.0
22 jobs
Do you have Human Resource needs? I am a seasoned HR Professional that has provided services to a variety of organizations located throughout the US in a wide range of industries. In partnership with my clients, my business model is to utilize my experience from working with small businesses to Fortune 500 companies to provide practical actions that drive results and allows you to do what you do best.
My company, HRx and Compliance, LLC is a Human Resources and Recruitment Consulting Company. Our services consist of HR from A-Z and everything in-between. Some of the service offerings are:
* Over 20 years of HR generalist experience in HR management and consulting in both the private and public sector.
* Expertise in all aspects of Human Resources and Recruitment as well as compliance, training & development, policy & procedure development and conflict resolution.
* Experienced with small, mid and large sized companies in all sectors.
* Provides a bottom line pro-active approach to the people management aspect of your business with a business partner mentality.
* Gives you the tools so that you can have the discretion to manage your business.
* Training & Development on numerous HR topics throughout the US and has trained company management and staff employees on varies topics (not inclusive) such as hiring the right people, sexual and other unlawful harassment, and employee coaching and discipline etc.
* HR department start up experience.
*EEO Officer experience and developing and maintaining Affirmative Action Plan for federal contracts.
*Recruitment and talent management
*Job Analysis, developing Job Descriptions, updating Job Descriptions.
* Salary/Compensation plans.
* HR File Audits
* On-going HR Support
* Hiring On-boarding, Orientation & Off-Boarding
* Documentation
* Investigations
* I-9 and E-verify Compliance
* Proper forms
* Training and Development
* Multi-State Employment Laws
* Payroll & Benefits
* Processes and Procedures
* Strategic HR Planning
*Human Capital Management
* Employee Engagement
* All areas of Human Resources and Talent Management
Employee Training
Staff Orientation & Onboarding Materials
Recruiting
Custom Insight Employee Engagement Survey
Job Description Writing
Compensation & Benefits
Policy Development
Human Resources Compliance
Candidate Interviewing
Human Resources Strategy
Employee Engagement
Staff Recruitment & Management
Human Resource Management
Candidate Management
Human Resources Consulting
Rachel F.
Saint Johns, Florida
$45/hr
5.0
10 jobs
I bring extensive experience in managing global strategic projects and leading diverse teams, including managers, to exceptional results as a Project Management Professional. My track record at American Express includes achieving record-breaking revenues and significant cost savings through innovative strategies and process optimizations. At JPMorgan Chase, I successfully led operational teams and their managers to enhance customer satisfaction across various business lines. I hold a Master's in Strategic Brand Communications and am a certified PMP. Let's collaborate to elevate your projects to new heights of success.
Training & Development
Project Management
Portfolio Management
Branding & Marketing
Strategic Planning
Management Skills
Business Management
Data Analytics
Staff Recruitment & Management
Virtual Assistance
Digital Project Management
Market Research
Management Consulting
Sales & Marketing
Communication Strategy
James E.
Windermere, Florida
$45/hr
5.0
8 jobs
With over a decade of experience in sales and management, I am
eager to bring my expertise to a dynamic organization that values
performance and provides opportunities for advancement.
The enclosed resume highlights my proven track record as a
dynamic achiever capable of thriving in fast-paced environments. My
sales and management experience, coupled with a demonstrated
ability to quickly train and advance, positions me as a valuable asset
to your team.
My management style emphasizes motivation through positive
feedback and support, fostering an environment of trust and fairness.
I am known for my strong belief in company loyalty, professional
integrity, and a superior work ethic. Logical thinking and a holistic
approach to problem-solving further enhance my decision-making
capabilities.
Key Characteristics:
* Strong leadership model with a positive attitude that motivates
others to higher levels of performance.
* Proven track record as a strong closer, ensuring successful
outcomes.
Training & Development
Professional Tone
Business
Outbound Sales
Management Consulting
Customer Acquisition
Customer Retention Strategy
Artificial Intelligence
Team Alignment
Project Management
Coaching
Translation
Scripting
Typing
Consumer Research
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