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Stephanie P.

Boca Raton, Florida

$220/hr
5.0
37 jobs

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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