Curiosity about people and what makes them tick has been a thread running through my life for as long as I can remember.

Even as a child, I found myself fascinated by observing people—how they acted, how they responded to the world around them, and what their actions revealed about their inner lives.

When I had the opportunity to attend college, I pursued my passion by studying human development in all its dimensions—physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological.

These academic experiences deepened my understanding, but my greatest teachers have always been people themselves. By observing, listening deeply, and truly believing in what people share about their experiences, I’ve learned how much wisdom each individual carries within them.

This combination of formal education and lifelong curiosity has shaped the way I approach my work. It’s about honoring each person’s journey, holding space for exploration, and supporting them as they uncover their own unique brilliance.

Qualifications

  • ICF Professional Certified Coach (PCC)

  • Member of the International Coach Federation (ICF)

  • Master of Arts in Developmental Psychology
    Columbia University, New York, NY

  • Senior Faculty
    Institute for Life Coach Training (ILCT)

  • Senior Faculty, Executive Coaching Program
    University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), School of Management
    Executive Coaching Program, School of Management

  • Developmental Psychology – Advanced Graduate Studies
    City University of New York (CUNY)
    Completed all coursework and comprehensive exams towards a PhD

  • Postgraduate Studies in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy
    Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute, New York, NY
    Completed all coursework for certification

  • ICF Philadelphia Chapter, Past President

  • Association of Coach Training Organizations (ACTO),
    Past-President

  • Course Developer & Instructor

    • Coaching Beyond Trauma

    • Coaching Techniques and Practices

    • Methodologies and Dynamics of Group Coaching

    • Coaching for Spirituality

    • Foundational and advanced coaching courses

The Passion Behind My Work

I deeply believe that every client is whole, competent, capable, creative, and resourceful.

They possess the wisdom and courage to explore new possibilities, take meaningful risks, and create positive, life-enhancing change. My role is to provide a space where their strengths, insights, and unique brilliance can come to light, empowering them to design a life that aligns with who they truly are.

I want my clients to have the opportunity to deeply explore their beliefs, values, and lives in a way that allows them to uncover what is uniquely right for them. My hope is that through this process, they feel empowered to make choices that align with their authentic selves and lead to a life filled with meaning and purpose.

My clients seek peace of mind, a meaningful life, and the freedom to discover what truly makes them come alive. Through the coaching process, we create a sacred space where they can examine their beliefs, behaviors, and desires.

This exploration allows them to uncover what aligns with their authentic selves, empowering them to make intentional changes that unlock their potential and lead to a fulfilling, inspired life.

“The unexamined life is not worth living,
— Socrates

The origin of the word “education” means “to bring forth that which is within.” These guiding principles are at the heart of my work as a coach.

I believe that every client already holds the answers they seek—it’s simply a matter of uncovering them. Through our coaching journey, clients embark on a path of self-discovery, revealing their unique brilliance and authentic selves. This process empowers them to reshape their lives, embody their highest and best selves, and design a life of deep fulfillment and meaning

My Journey of Discovery and Transformation

I believe in walking the path alongside my clients, never asking anyone to do what I wouldn’t do myself. My own journey of discovery, learning, and transformation has been lifelong and is grounded in resilience and growth.

Early in my life, I faced physical, emotional, and religious abuse—experiences that left deep scars.

Over time, I worked with a therapist to navigate those challenges, moving beyond the pain and using those experiences to cultivate strength and purpose. This journey taught me that while our pasts may shape us, they do not define us. Instead, they provide opportunities to uncover resilience and build lives of meaning and intention.

That understanding became the foundation of my work. It guided me through nursing school, where I began working with others to create positive change. It carried me as I completed my college degree while pregnant with my third child and helped establish a daycare center on campus to support other women pursuing their education. My passion for understanding and supporting others led me to graduate studies in Developmental Psychology and postgraduate work in psychodynamic psychotherapy.

Discovering coaching was a turning point. I realized coaching offered a way for people to look forward rather than simply address the past. It encouraged clients to explore their unique strengths, clarify their values, and design lives aligned with their authentic selves. Watching clients who once saw themselves as survivors step into thriving lives filled with purpose and confidence has been a deeply rewarding experience.

Today, I am inspired by the courage and commitment of those I work with—individuals who are ready to explore who they are and create lives of intention and meaning.

As a lifelong learner, my curiosity still guides me. “What can I learn today?” is my daily mantra, reminding me to stay open to new perspectives that enrich my journey and, in turn, support my clients on theirs.

Lynn Meinke Coaching exists to empower individuals, coaches, future coaches, and organizations to live with intention and purpose.

We create sacred spaces for exploration, where clients can uncover their authentic selves, deepen their understanding, and design meaningful lives rooted in their values. Through curiosity, compassion, and courage, we foster transformational journeys that align with each person’s unique potential and aspirations.