About Toni

Support for the Journey

I have coached clients in various industries including IT, healthcare, finance, and throughout the globe. I have worked with and coached some of the most brilliant and creative minds in these sectors. Companies include Slack, Salesforce, Kognitiv, Accenture, PNNL, Planned Parenthood, Amazon, Brooks Automation, Toshiba and more.

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Why I Coach

I became a coach because I understand the unique challenges of navigating the professional world with a neurodivergent mind. Through perseverance and purpose, I transformed my own experiences into strategies for achieving success and well-being.

Now, my mission is to help leaders and professionals like you overcome obstacles, leverage your strengths, and navigate the complexities of neurodivergence to thrive both personally and professionally. Together, we’ll turn challenges into opportunities for growth and success.Now, I’m dedicated to helping others – YOU? – successfully navigate challenging mental and behavioral health journeys and struggles as a neurodivergent individual.

Professional Experience

I am an ACC-credentialed coach through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and have completed a postgraduate certification in Positive Psychology and Well-Being Coaching from the College of Executive Coaching, approved by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) and the National Board of Medical Examiners. I hold an M.S. in Organizational Leadership from Norwich University and a B.S. in Psychology from American International College.

I am also a member of the Asperger/Autism Professional Coaching Association, underscoring my dedication to supporting neurodivergent individuals. In addition, I provide coaching services through the Association for Autism and Neurodiversity, BetterUp, and the Positive Psychology Coaching and Diversity Institute. With nearly three decades of experience in leadership and counseling roles within the non-profit sector, I remain passionate about helping others thrive and reach their full potential.

I am a member of the Global Mental Health Peer Network, an international organization dedicated to empowering individuals with lived experience of mental health conditions. Through capacity-building, peer-to-peer mentorship, and support, the organization fosters personal growth and advocacy within the global mental health community.

Credentials

  • Associate Certified Coach (ACC) – International Coaching Federation (ICF)

  • Neurodiversity Coach - Over 3,000 hours coaching neurodivergent professionals

  • Certified Professional Coach (CPC) – College of Executive Coaching (Post-Graduate Positive Psychology Health and Well-Being Program) | NBHWC approved

  • M.S. in Organizational Leadership | B.S. in Psychology

  • 25+ years of leadership experience in the non-profit sector

  • Board Member – Hatfield Embraces Awareness and Dismantling Stigma (HEADS Up)

  • Member – Disability Leadership Institute and National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

  • Speaker at area colleges and organizations on mental health and recovery

  • Substance Abuse Counselor – Addiction Campuses (Swift River, MA)

  • Director of a Psychosocial Rehabilitative Clubhouse for individuals with mental illness and a major housing agency in Western Massachusetts, providing housing to homeless families

  • Selected to join a professional mastermind leadership group in 2016, led by David Stachowiak, host of the podcast “Coaching for Leaders.” This experience inspired me to facilitate mastermind groups within my organization and community

Tools and Assessments

In my experience, assessments are invaluable in gaining a deeper understanding of the individuals I coach, particularly leaders. These tools not only enhance my ability to support you effectively but also provide you with greater self-awareness and insight. By organizing your self-perceptions, assessments enable you to set actionable goals and develop a more comprehensive understanding of your leadership strengths.

Each tool I use is a scientifically validated psychometric assessment, ensuring reliable insights that help drive growth and performance. The recommended assessments include:

  • VIA Character Strengths Survey

  • EQ-i 2.0 for Emotional Intelligence

  • CliftonStrengths

These tools are designed to help leaders leverage their unique abilities and create a focused plan for continued development and success.

Disclaimer

I am a coach, not a medical professional, and I do not provide therapy or medical treatment. If you are experiencing severe mental health concerns, please seek professional medical help immediately to receive proper diagnosis and treatment. My role as a coach is to provide education, accountability, and peer support based on extensive training and personal experience. I focus on helping you navigate challenges through coaching, not medical intervention.