About

Trauma-Informed Specialist and Educator Advocate

I’m Dr. Iyuanna Pease, an educator, Trauma-Informed Specialist, and advocate for holistic well-being. With a Doctorate in Organizational Leadership and a Master’s in Educational Counseling, my mission is to support educators in prioritizing their overall well-being—acknowledging the full person—and creating a life where they can thrive both personally and professionally.

With years of experience as a school counselor, administrator, and adjunct professor, I understand the unique challenges that all educators face. My approach focuses on nurturing the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of educators, helping them build resilience, manage stress, and set boundaries to promote balance and joy in their work.I offer a variety of services to support educators at every level, including teachers, school support staff, administrators, and anyone working in educational organizations. My wellness kits are designed specifically for educators to help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support overall well-being.

Additionally, I provide personalized coaching and professional development tailored to the unique needs of each individual or group. I also offer consulting services to schools, districts, and organizations to create supportive, nurturing environments where educators and students can thrive together. I am deeply passionate about helping educators feel valued, heard, and empowered.

Together, we can create a lasting, positive impact on the education system, allowing all educators to continue inspiring and transforming 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."