Coaching Staff

Mary holds a Master’s degree in public health, and is a certified Neuro-Lingustic Programming coach. “I deeply appreciate that my full-time work, since 1991, is being a Hoffman teacher and coach.”

Jane Biondi has a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has a private therapy practice, and is a Certified Life Coach through IPEC.

Matt Brannagan holds a B.A. in sociology from Sacramento State University and an M.A. in transpersonal psychology from Naropa University. He is a Professional Certified Coach, and a Master Resilience Trainer for the Army.

Cheshta Buckley has been teaching the Hoffman Process for over 20 years.  “Being a witness to moments of transformation is a great honor; miracles happen! This is what keeps me coming back.”

Sudas holds an B.A. in early education, and an M.S. in education. She is a certified Spiritual Director and NLP Coach.

Barbara holds a B.A. and B.Ed from the University of Toronto. She is an author and artist. Barbara is committed through her work to help people reconnect to their authentic selves.

Barbara holds a B.A. in East Asian Studies, an M.S. in Textile Arts, and an M.F.A in Sculpture & Textiles. She is a Hoffman teacher and supervisor, as well as a life coach, art teacher, author, and dancer.

Kani brings her experience in leadership, program design, marketing, negotiation, and career development training to her work as a Hoffman coach.

Kevin has a B.S. in Computer Science from The University of Texas in San Antonio.  He is a seasoned technology exec and YPO member since 2002. Kevin is also an executive coach and speaker.

Max Gaenslen holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Creativity and Entrepreneurship and is a credentialed Education Specialist.

Nita Gage, has a doctorate degree in shamanic psychospiritual psychology, a Master’s in clinical psychology, and is a certified addiction counselor. Nita has been a counselor, coach, and facilitator of transformational work for over 20 years. 

Steve holds a Master’s degree in International Management. He is a Restorative Justice facilitator and trainer, as well as an Executive Leadership Consultant in Clinical Healthcare.

Linda is a senior Hoffman teacher and coach. She holds an M.A. in counseling psychotherapy, certifications in Psychosynthesis and Clinical Imagery, and has been working in the field of transformation for over thirty years.

Drew is a former licensed private practice psychotherapist with a Masters degree in clinical work from The University of Michigan.  He is trained in EMDR, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, Gottman Couples Counseling, and Brené Brown’s “Daring Way”.

Hilary received a B.A. in philosophy from Stanford University, and an MFA in creative writing from San Francisco State University.

Raz is a UC Berkeley graduate and has been an executive, consultant, and facilitator within the “Human Potential Movement” since 1972. Along with being a Hoffman teacher, he founded the Hoffman Institute Foundation in 1998.

Marissa has a B.A. in Theater Studies from Emerson College, and is a certified NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Coach.

Crystal holds a B.S. in education, a Master’s degree in counseling, and is trained in EMDR and the Enneagram, and is a certified Daring Way™ facilitator.

Sharon holds a B.S. in dance, and an M.S. in dance therapy. She is a certified Psychosynthesis practitioner (a psycho-spiritual psychotherapy), as well as a licensed therapist.

Jo Mattoon holds a B.A. in the Humanities and a Master’s in Public Administration.  She is also a workplace trainer, facilitator, and Associate Certified Coach.

Ed holds a Master’s degree in counseling psychology from the University of San Francisco, and is a licensed marriage and family therapist.

Andy studied English Literature and Psychology at Tulane and attended graduate school for law and business. He later trained in Humanistic Psychology modalities and is certified in NLP, Psychodrama, and Money Coaching.

Ian holds a Masters degree in Counseling Psychology from the Wright Institute, and is an Associate Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in Somatic Therapy.

Chris has a doctoral degree in human and organization systems from Fielding Graduate University and holds certifications in coaching, organizational assessments and numerous psychological profiles including the MBTI and is a published author on leadership.

Andi Saucerman holds an M.S. in instructional & performance technology from Boise State University.

Amy has a BA in Literature from Dominican University.  Amy is also a mentor, group facilitator and public speaker.

Lisa attended the school for personal assistants (linked to the United Nations) in Geneva. She is a certified Gestalt counselor and personal coach.