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Elissa Kennedy, PCC
Executive & Leadership Coach-PCC | Clarity Through Transitions
Elissa Kennedy Coaching • Davis, CA
elissakennedydavis@gmail.com No Published Mobile Number No Published Work Number (530) 601-9795 https://www.elissakennedy.com Davis, CA
About Elissa

For leaders quietly questioning what’s next.

Working with me feels like a space where you can finally exhale and think clearly again. I work with thoughtful, high-performing professionals who are navigating a transition—whether that’s a shift in career, leadership, identity, or simply a growing sense that their current path no longer feels right. Many of my clients come to me after therapy or personal development work, ready for the next step: creating real, sustainable change in their lives. My approach is both practical and deeply human. I integrate neuroscience, mental fitness (Positive Intelligence), and somatic awareness to help you not only understand your patterns—but actually change how you relate to them. This allows you to move forward with clarity without overriding your well-being. Before becoming a full-time coach, I built my career in corporate environments, leadership roles, and client relationship management. I’ve also navigated my own experiences with burnout, self-doubt, and redefining success. I understand what it’s like to be the one others rely on—while quietly wondering what’s next for you. Clients can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental space where they feel both deeply understood and gently challenged—so they don’t just gain insight, they move forward.


You’ve achieved a lot—and yet something still feels off.  

Many of my clients come to me after doing meaningful inner work. They understand their patterns, they’ve gained insight—but they still feel stuck in overthinking, self-doubt, or uncertainty about what comes next. They’re ready to move forward, but something isn’t clicking yet. That’s where we begin. Together, we turn insight into action. I help you quiet the mental noise, reconnect with your own clarity, and build trust in your decisions. Using a blend of mental fitness, neuroscience, and holistic coaching, you’ll learn how to navigate stress, shift self-doubt, and move forward in a way that feels aligned—not forced. Clients often describe feeling more grounded, clear, and steady within just a few sessions. Over time, they stop second-guessing themselves and start making confident, meaningful decisions—whether that’s stepping into a new role, changing direction, or simply feeling more like themselves again. This work isn’t about pushing harder. It’s about moving forward with clarity, confidence, and a deeper sense of self-trust.


Client Outcomes

Clients I work with finally gain the clarity they’ve been searching for—no more circling the same questions or second-guessing every decision. They learn how to quiet the constant overthinking and self-doubt, replacing it with a steady sense of confidence and self-trust. What once felt stuck or overwhelming begins to move, as they take clear, meaningful action toward what they truly want. They create a more sustainable way of working and living, with stronger boundaries and less internal pressure to constantly push or prove themselves. Most importantly, they reconnect with a sense of alignment and momentum—feeling energized, purposeful, and fully in charge of what comes next.


Let's Start With A Conversation

If you’re ready for clarity, confidence, and a more sustainable way of operating, schedule a complimentary consultation.

Consultation


Professional Background

With 20+ years of experience across corporate, coaching, and client-facing roles, I bring a strategic and relational approach to every engagement.

I also serve as:

∙ Associate Director of Strategic Partnerships, ICF Sacramento

∙ ICF Coaching Science Ambassador


Credentials and Qualifications

∙ ICF-PCC: Professional Certified Coach, 850+ coaching hours

∙ AI-Certified Coach

∙ ICF-Certified Master Coach

∙ Executive Leadership Coach

∙ Org. Development & Change Management Coach

∙ Mental Health Coach Training | Culturally Responsive Care | Cognitive Behavioral Coaching

∙ Mental Fitness Coach | Positive Intelligence Coach

∙ Somatic Coaching

∙ Certified Holistic Life Coach + Somatic Specialization


Education

California State Polytechnic University​,​ Humboldt, Arcata​,​ CA

∙ Bachelor's Degree: Interdisciplinary Studies: Creative Leadership Coaching For Community Wellness

∙ Focus: Interdisciplinary Learning & Teaching​,​ Coaching​,​ Health​,​ Global Awareness​,​ and Communications

Credentials
ICF Credential
PCC
Valid through
Jun 2028
Practice focus
Personal & Business
Coaching Specialties
Business & Entrepreneurs
Career
Creativity
Corporate & Executives
Education
Life Coaching
Health & Wellness
Leadership
Public Speaking
Teams & Groups
Life/Work Transitions
Mentor Coach
ICF Sacramento
3308 El Camino Ave, Suite 300-110
Sacramento, CA 95821
United States of America