Generative Guidance.

Coherence by Design is a cosmology-based system of guidance—crafted to transform disconnection, navigate transitions, and deepen intentional growth across personal, relational, and collective domains.

I offer customized sessions, live courses, immersive workshops, and dynamic presentations to help individuals, groups, and organizations cultivate clarity, strengthen resilience, and align purpose.

Individuals, Couples, Family

Leaders, Teams, Organizations

Coherence by Design has evolved through cosmology into a living system of integrated frameworks that weave time-honored traditions—like Buddhist Vipassana, the Medicine Wheel, and elemental nature—with modern disciplines such as Mindfulness, Restorative Practices, Growth Mindset, and Creative Confidence.

This approach supports secular, adaptable, and consistent coherence—within, between and beyond—personal and professional domains.

When I began shaping these ideas at Harvard in the late ’90s. I never imagined my work would become more relevant over 20 years later.

My JOur

  • Meaning drifts without direction.
  • Mental health is managed, not integrated.
  • Relationships rupture under strain.
  • And purpose is sidelined by the emphasis on output.

Coherence by Design is a response — and a path forward.

It supports individuals and systems in cultivating peace of mind, growing with intention, and creating cultures of resilience, belonging, and integrity.

Are you a therapist?

I am not a licensed therapist, nor do I practice therapy. My work centers on guiding individuals, groups, and organizations through the Coherence by Design system. While personal experiences can reveal valuable patterns, the emphasis is on exploring the deeper mechanisms that contribute to or alleviate suffering more broadly.

Is this religious or spiritual?

Only if you want it to be! Coherence by Design is a fully secular approach, originally developed to integrate the wisdom of traditional knowledge systems within public institutions. I’ve spent years crafting frameworks that neither require nor reject religion or spirituality. At its core, Coherence by Design is about aligning all parts of yourself and your world. These frameworks have been tested and applied across a wide range of ages, backgrounds, belief systems, and lifestyles.

What can I expect in the complimentary consultation?

The complimentary consultation is yours to use however you would like. We can explore a specific context you’re navigating or simply discuss what working together might look like. This time is less about sales and more about building relationship. There’s no pressure to commit—just an open space to connect and see if it’s a good fit.

Can I access the frameworks on my own?

Yes, you can. The framework is intended to be intuitive, exploratory, and non-prescriptive. Even so, engaging with the underlying cosmologies as they were meant to be used can bring much deeper insight. In my experience, learning alongside a skilled teacher can gently accelerate the process and uncover nuances that might otherwise go unnoticed. Whenever possible, I encourage learning from a living teacher—especially when they are the one who developed the framework—as their lived understanding often carries a depth that no one else can convey. This particular transmission has taken shape over the last ten years, informed by thousands of hours of silent meditation and committed practice. It is offered not as doctrine, but as a living lineage shaped through relationship, experience, and care.

Do you offer certification?

Yes, I offer performance-based certification. While I wholeheartedly support sharing this work, I ask that it be done with integrity and fidelity to the frameworks. Certification is not a course—it’s a mentorship process rooted in relationship, practice, and demonstrated understanding.

How is cultural coherence different from core and community coherence?

Cultural Coherence focuses on aligning an organization’s mission and vision with leadership goals, team dynamics, talent retention, and overall productivity. It’s designed to support multiple groups simultaneously—ranging in size from 5 to 500—and is tailored to the specific context of the organization, including industry-specific challenges, change, and crisis management. Core Coherence, on the other hand, is designed for individuals, partners, and families, while Community Coherence centers on informal groups and events that foster connection, learning, and belonging.

Who are your typical clients?

I work with a wide range of clients, including youth, adults, partners, families, and organizations. This includes community groups, schools, hospitals, nonprofits, universities, government agencies, businesses, and corporations.

Who would not be a good fit?

This work may not be the right fit for those seeking quick fixes, strictly clinical treatment, or rigid instruction. It’s best suited for those open to reflection, curiosity, and sustained engagement with transformational frameworks. If you’re looking for a traditional therapy model or aren’t ready to explore multiple dimensions of coherence, this may not be the approach for you—and that’s okay.

How long do these services take?

I offer 45–90 minute individual or group sessions, 1–3 hour presentations, and 1–3 day workshops. I’m often contracted for short-term projects that evolve into ongoing partnerships to deepen the impact over time. The Coherence by Design model is adaptable to changing attendance—sessions are structured to introduce key concepts to new participants while simultaneously deepening understanding for those who have been engaged longer. To date, I have yet to exhaust the full depth of what Coherence by Design has to offer.

What are your fees?

My fees vary depending on whether we’re working with individuals, groups, or organizations, and are influenced by the duration, frequency, and scope of our work together. I’m open to discussing budget considerations for lower-income individuals and families. In most cases, I provide a detailed fee structure after our initial consultation.