Where transformation begins and joy thrives.
Meet Stephanie (élla/she/her)
¡Bienvenidos! | Welcome!
I’m an LA-born and raised Latina, a child of immigrants, a native Spanish speaker, educator, and community member in Denver, Colorado. I was raised to value community efforts, serving others, living intentionally in the present, and most importantly, to love out loud.
With a Master's degree in higher education and certifications in Conflict Dynamics Profile (CDP), Social Emotional Intelligence Profile (SEIP), Restorative Justice Facilitation, and other achievements, I bring 10+ years of experience supporting leaders and social impact organizations through conflict, transition, and transformation.
I've worked in higher education, supporting the non-profit sector, and community engagement, where I've had the privilege of centering relationships, balancing accountability with care, and creating initiatives rooted in humanity and joy.
I am grounded in the belief that a better world is possible; one where rest, love, and joy are central to our functioning and success. I approach social justice work through an intersectional analytical lens that bridges storytelling, research, and theory, fostering critical hope and cultivating collective joy to inspire meaningful and lasting change. I am dedicated to challenging myself and others to think critically, holistically, and creatively through mind, body, and heart.
As an independent bilingual consultant, I specialize in creating more equitable and humanizing organizational environments. I believe in the power of the collective and empowering individuals and organizations to engage with the necessary skills and awareness to create thriving and intentional environments.
Whether I'm coaching leaders through burnout, facilitating conflict resolution, conducting organizational assessments, or leading program evaluations, my work is always guided by one question: What if there is a better way?
In my free time I consume stories through books and audiobooks, marvel at the weird-looking plants at my local nursery, cook simple but soul-comforting foods, slowly sip coffee, pet all the good doggos, plan ideal vacation plans of dream destinations, gasp in Spanish at the latest drama I binge, capture the world around me through pictures, start my next side-side-side project, belly laugh with my friends over elaborate meals, powerlift, and take naps!
What Grounds Me
Centering Humanity - People are at the heart of every initiative. My work prioritizes understanding and honoring the human experience in all its richness and diversity. I value equity and inclusion.
Storytelling as a Catalyst for Change - Stories have the power to connect, educate, and inspire. I integrate storytelling into my work as a bridge between lived experiences, theory, and actionable change. I value authenticity and truth.
Sustainability of Impact - Change should last. My solutions are designed to embed equity and joy into the very fabric of organizations, ensuring long-term impact. I value intentionality, growth, and transformation.
Courageous Conversations - I foster brave spaces for dialogue where difficult conversations about inequity, privilege, and justice are met with compassion, respect, and a willingness to learn. I value joy as a transformative force.
Systems Thinking - Recognizing that individuals and organizations exist within larger systems, my work addresses root causes of inequities and promotes systemic solutions. I value empowerment through collaboration.
Creativity and Innovation - I approach challenges with an open mind, encouraging creativity and innovation to find solutions that resonate deeply and effectively. I value critical hope.
