About Dr. Iyuanna Pease

Trauma-Informed Specialist and Educator Advocate

I’m Dr. Iyuanna Pease, a Trauma-Informed Specialist and D.E.I. (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) advocate with a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership and a Master’s in Educational Counseling. My mission is to empower educators to embrace holistic well-being, reigniting their passion to inspire and impact students’ lives.

With extensive experience as a school counselor, school and district administrator, and adjunct college professor, I deeply understand the diverse challenges educators face. My approach emphasizes nurturing the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of educators, ensuring they are equipped to navigate the demands of their profession effectively.

I offer personalized coaching for individuals working in the educational system, including teachers, principals, counselors, and superintendents. My coaching sessions provide strategies for setting healthy boundaries, managing stress, and rediscovering the joy in teaching. Additionally, I provide educational consulting services for institutions like schools, school districts, and non-profit organizations. My goal is to address systemic challenges, implement best practices, and create supportive environments where both educators and students can thrive.

One of my key offerings is the creation of educational resource libraries. These libraries cover essential topics such as D.E.I., Social Emotional Learning, Educator Well-Being, and Trauma Healing for Educators. By equipping schools and organizations with these resources, I aim to foster inclusive, supportive, and effective educational environments.

I am passionate about championing the well-being of educators, ensuring they feel valued, heard, and supported. Together, we can create a positive impact on the education system, enabling educators to continue inspiring and profoundly impacting the lives of their students.

Trusted by leading educational brands

“I was fortunate enough to have Dr. Pease as a professor during my counseling program. Throughout my time in the program and even after I became an elementary school counselor, Dr. Pease has served as my professional coach, making a significant impact on my professional journey. Dr. Pease is an amazing coach who helps navigate the challenges of the profession.”

"I recently finished my first year as a PYP counselor at an IB school. I started the school year off confident and with a ton of knowledge regarding SEL because of Dr. Pease. She provided me with essential skills on seeing the whole child when others may not. Dr. Pease is real, patient, and invested in making a difference. If you work in Education and struggle with finding your "why;" I highly recommend working with her. She's the epitome of what our education system needs in all aspects."

"Dr. Pease exceeded my expectations in preparing me to become a counselor. She provided invaluable insights into what to expect throughout my counseling journey and equipped me with the confidence and knowledge needed for the interview process. Her expertise and dependability made her an indispensable resource as I began my career. Dr. Pease is an exceptionally knowledgeable and reliable educator, coach and mentor."

"Dr. Iyuanna Pease excels at connecting with educators, making them feel seen, welcomed, and valued. Her holistic approach nurtures the whole human, empowering educators to reignitte their passion and effectiveness. With her deep understanding of their challenges and commitment to their well-being, Dr. Pease provides the support and tools needed to create a positive learning environment. She is a tru champion for educators, helping them inspire and impact their student significantly. I highly recommend educators work with Dr. Pease to experience her transformative coaching firsthand."

"Dr. Pease at Aspire & Ascend, is a true partner in the work of educational equity. Her knowledge, experience, and skills support the learners in the DEI work, become actual do-ers. We need more do-ers in the collective work that lead with humility and integrity. Dr. Pease helps to facilitate that. I remain hopeful knowing that Dr. Pease is part of the collective efforts towards increased change that benefits our students."

"Working with Dr. Pease has been an exceptional experience. Her expertise in transformative SEL, DEI, and trauma-informed practices has profoundly transformed our committee's approach. Dr. Pease provided tailored strategies that addressed our immediate needs and established a foundation for long-term improvement.Her remarkable ability to engage our educational partners left us inspired and equipped with practical tools. Dr. Pease's passion, expertise, and dedication are unparalleled, creating a lasting impact on our schools."

"Dr. Iyuanna Pease is a leader who understands that educational equity begins and ends with the wellbeing of people. As a long-time champion of equity-centered social emotional wellbeing. Dr. Pease is well-positioned to facilitate support systems that enable educators to thrive. Leveraging her years of experience leading diverse school systems, Dr. Pease understands the urgency to attend to educator wellbeing, particularly for educators of color whose needs are often overlooked in school systems."