About Stephanie Simpson

My work lives at the intersection of psychology, leadership, storytelling, and human connection. Drawing on my background in movement, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and organizational development, I partner with individuals, teams, and organizations to create meaningful growth from a holistic mind-body perspective. I’m passionate about creating spaces where people can gain clarity, build confidence, navigate change, and lead with greater intention, while helping organizations cultivate human-centered cultures rooted in wellbeing, connection, and sustainable success.

I am an ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC), trained through the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC), and a Master Practitioner of the Energy Leadership Index Assessment. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200). I hold a BA in Interdisciplinary Studies from Emerson College, an MFA in Dance Performance and Choreography from Smith College, and an MA in Clinical Psychology from Columbia University, Teachers College, with a focus on spirituality, mind-body connection, and organizational change. My research and teaching interests include stress management, emotional intelligence, conscious leadership, group dynamics, resilience, creativity, and performance.

With experience across finance, education, technology, media, healthcare, entrepreneurship, and the arts, I bring both depth and versatility to my work. I teach at John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY), where I previously served as Teaching & Learning Center Fellow leading the Faculty-Student Wellbeing Initiative. I am the author of the "21 Day Stress Management Workbook: A Holistic, Interactive Guide to Redefine Your Relationship with Stress" and I am one of the Co-Founders/Artistic Directors of Reject Dance Theatre, a professional modern dance and education company based in NYC and Providence.

To learn more about my work and philosophy, check out the Media and Newsletter sections of my website.