Danica Koestner – Trauma-Informed Leadership Coach | Personal Growth Facilitator | Strengths Coach

I’m Danica Koestner, a trauma-informed leadership coach passionate about helping individuals and organizations navigate challenges, lead with purpose, and grow with intention. At Outsider Consulting, I specialize in supporting leaders and change-makers through complex situations and seasons of change.

Whether you’re stepping into a new leadership role, navigating parenting, managing a mental health diagnosis, or exploring spiritual questions, I’ll help you identify roadblocks, clarify your goals, and create strategies for growth. My approach is grounded in empathy, strategic insight, and trauma-informed care.

Coaching for Change, Clarity, and Courage

With a background in education, nonprofit leadership, foster care, business, and ministry, I understand that no two people—or their challenges—are the same. I bring a personalized, strengths-based approach rooted in theories of sociology and trauma-informed care. My work is relational, collaborative, and anchored in trust.

I partner with individuals and teams who are navigating:

• Leadership transitions and role changes

• Burnout, stress, and emotional overwhelm

• Personal and professional identity shifts

• Faith and spirituality questions

• Family dynamics, parenting, and caregiving challenges

Who I Work Best With

My clients are often:

• Values-driven professionals who want to lead with authenticity

• Growth-minded individuals navigating change or transition

• Creative thinkers and problem-solvers seeking clarity

• Leaders who want to feel seen and supported, not “fixed”

With Gallup Strengths® like Belief, Connectedness, Arranger, Individualization, and Empathy, I help you align your values with action, explore new possibilities, and lead with integrity and self-awareness.

Let’s Move Forward—Together

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready to grow, I’d love to support your journey. Through trauma-informed coaching and compassionate partnership, we’ll move forward—with heart, courage, and intentionality.  Contact us to schedule a complimentary first meeting.

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Education & Training

• M.A. in Special Education, Arizona State University, Summa Cum Laude

• B.A. in Sociology (with honors), University of Arizona

• Certified Trainer: Strengthening Families, Protective Factors Framework (ACEs Consortium | Arizona Adverse Childhood Experiences Consortium)

• Trauma-Informed Coaching & Crisis Intervention Experience

• Extensive experience in foster care, faith-based leadership, and cross-sector collaboration