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My Story & Why This Work Matters

My work is rooted in years of experience supporting individuals and systems through complexity, change, and growth.  I come to coaching and mentorship with a deep respect for how people learn, adapt, and make meaning personally and professionally. 


What drew me to this work was not idea of fixing people, but supporting them in reconnecting with what matters most to them. Over time, I saw how often people were navigating high expectations, invisible labor, and misaligned systems without space to pause, reflect, or choose differently.  Coaching and mentorship became a way to create that space-one that honors both skill-building and humanity. 


This work fits me because it allows me to bring together behavioral science, values-driven practice, and lived experience in service of growth that is sustainable, grounded, and authentic.  

My Lens

My approach is informed in behavioral science and a values-based framework that emphasizes awareness, flexibility, and intentional action.  I believe meaningful change happens when people understand their patterns, clarify what they care about, and are supported in taking steps that align with their values--with the realities of their lives and systems. 


I work collaboratively, recognizing that context matters and that each person brings their own wisdom, history, and strengths into the process.  

How I Hold Space

As a coach and a mentor, I am intentional, grounded, and respectful. I create a space  where people can reflect honestly, feel supported, and move forward with clarity.  I balance warmth with accountability--listening deeply while helping translate insight into meaningful, values-driven action.  My role is to support honest exploration without judgement, while also helping people translate insight into meaningful action. 


Whether working one-on-one or in group settings, I aim to create environments where people feel supported, challenged, and empowered to show up as themselves-without having to perform, explain, or shrink.  

Values That Guide My Work

My work is guided by a commitment to:

  • Compassion-approaching each person with care, curiosity, and respect for their lived experience
  • Integrity-practicing with honesty, accountability, and ethicaly responsibility
  • Empowerment- support people in building agency, confidence, and self-trust
  • Clarity-helping people cut through noise and complexity to make grounded decisions 
  • Presence-showing up fully, thoughtfully, and with intention in each space

These values shape how I coach, mentor, and engage-ensuring the work remains human, aligned, and meaningful. 



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Education & Experience

Syn holds advanced training in behavioral science, public policy, and leadership and she brings over two decades of experience of  supporting individuals, families, and systems.  

Education

B.A. in Psychology, 2000

Certificate in Women & Gender Studies, 2000

University of Missouri-St. Louis


M.A. Psychology, 2004

Behavior Analysis

University of Nevada-Reno


M.A. Public Policy Administration, 2010

Certificate in Nonprofit Management & Leadership, 2010

University of Missouri-St. Louis


Professional Certificate in Diversity Equity and Inclusion, 2024

Cornell University


Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), 2005

Licensed Behavior Analyst (LBA) in Missouri, 2010


Advanced Professional Training:  Ongoing training in values-based behavioral approaches, psychological flexibility, and trauma-aware practices applied in coaching, leadership, and mentorship contexts.  


Experience

  • Individual coaching and mentorship for professionals navigating leadership, identity, and systems.  This work supports clarity, self-trust, and sustainable decision-making by helping individuals unpack patterns, align actions with values, and lead with confidence within complex environments.  
  • Long-standing mentorship for girls in grades 3th-6th, supporting confidence, self-awareness, and personal growth
  • Facilitating women's groups and circles-focused on professional development, wellness, and personal alignment. These spaces are designed to foster connection, reflection, and shared learning-supporting women in building resilience, setting boundaries, and integrated growth across both personal and professional roles.  
  • Mentorship and supervision of professionals -within the field of behavior analysis, supporting reflective practice and growth
  • Leadership and advisory roles-contributing to ethical, person-centered decision-making in organizational and committee roles

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