Your Partner in Leadership and well-being

Hello, I'm Dr. Kimberly James—a leadership and executive coach with over two decades of experience helping women like you navigate the complexities of professional life. My approach is holistic, blending leadership development, career assessment, and counseling to guide you toward:

  • Rediscovering Your Strengths: Let’s uncover the unique qualities that make you an exceptional leader—and a more grounded, resilient person in everyday life.

  • Releasing Limiting Beliefs: Together, we’ll identify and let go of the thoughts that no longer serve you—whether they show up at work, at home, or within yourself.

  • Gaining Clarity and Confidence: It’s time to align your career—and your life—with your values, priorities, and vision for the future.

  • Creating Sustainable Change: We’ll bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be—in your leadership, relationships, and overall well-being.

You're not alone on this journey. I'm here to help you achieve clarity, deepen insight, and find solutions.

Professional Background

I bring a strong background in leadership coaching, complemented by proven methods for managing life transitions. My focus is on providing tailored support to clients who are professionals working across diverse fields such as art, business, law, engineering, and education. Below is a brief overview of my professional background:

  • Principal Leadership Coach of The James Consultancy Group, PLLC: individualized leadership coaching, career strategy, and creative solutions to professionals across diverse fields.

  • Former Assistant Dean at Stanford University: lead consultant on graduate and professional students.

  • Leadership Training Completed:

    • Leadership Coaching at the Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business, CoachRICE Doerr Institute for New Leaders (International Coaching Federation (ICF) Accredited)

    • Stanford University

    • University of Pennsylvania (UPENN) Wharton-San Francisco

Certifications

  • Associate Certified Coach (ACC), International Coaching Federation (ICF)

  • Leadership Coaching at the Rice University Jones Graduate School of Business, CoachRICE Doerr Institute for New Leaders (International Coaching Federation (ICF) Accredited)

  • Master Class on Total Leadership (University of Pennsylvania Wharton-San Francisco)

  • Administrative Leadership Program (Stanford University)

  • Promoting Effective Workplace Dynamics: Leadership Management (University of Wisconsin-Madison)

  • Licensed Psychologist, Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council

  • Licensed Psychologist for Telepsychology, Association of State & Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB)

  • Authority to Practice Interjurisdictional Telepsychology (APIT), Association of State & Provincial Psychology Boards (ASPPB)

Specialties

  • Leadership Coaching

  • Imposter Syndrome

  • Career Management & Strategy

  • Life Transitions

  • Work-Life Balance

  • Anxiety and Stress Management

  • Emotional Intelligence

  • Effective Communication

  • Action & Experiential Learning

  • Human Behavior

Education

  • Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology

Dr. James works remotely by secure video conferencing with people whose location, lifestyle, or commitments make it difficult to attend in-office meetings. Her client base includes local, national, and international clients in sensitive and high-profile public roles for whom discretion and privacy are important.

Live Well, Lead Effectively, and Create the Life You Want