Ilene Berns-Zare is a life and leadership coach, educator, and author. Her professional focus centers on inspiring people to flourish in life and work by bringing mind, body, and spirit into flow with their strengths, purpose, and potential.
Ilene’s work invites people to navigate their lives and work with greater resilience, meaning, mindfulness and well-being, including the adventures of adulthood and growing older. She has a Doctoral degree in psychology, a Master’s degree in human resources development, and Professional Certified Coach certification from the International Coaching Federation.
Ilene writes the monthly blog Flourish and Thrive for Psychology Today and is adjunct faculty in Georgetown University’s Transformational Leadership Program. She is the author of the upcoming book (March, 2026) You’re Not Too Old and It’s Not Too Late sharing inspirations and practical strategies to help readers discover new possibilities to make the most of their lives from midlife through older adulthood.
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Ilene is a Blogger for Psychology Today
Executive/Leadership Coaching and Life Coaching
Are you looking for a professional coach to inspire you to tap into your best self? My coaching approach is tailored to the individual client, helping you leverage your strengths to maximize your performance and wellbeing. I combine coaching techniques with positive psychology, the scientific study of well-being, and strategies that empower individuals, organizations and communities to thrive. Research shows that people who leverage their strengths are happier and more engaged, experiencing greater meaning and a better fit between life and work.
As a Certified Executive Coach, I can partner with you to help you discover what matters most to you and create a laser focus to move into action — setting goals, overcoming obstacles, and reaching for your personal and professional best.
I’ve coached and led seminars with people in healthcare, pharmaceuticals, technology, engineering, accounting, banking, entrepreneurs, professional coaches, education (Kindergarten-university levels), and other fields.
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Life Coaching to Flourish at Midlife and Beyond
One of my passions is coaching with people who want to flourish in the second half of life – their next prime time. 21st century views of adult development invite us to revise how we see adulthood and reimagine what’s possible as we navigate the changing seasons of our lives.
I invite you to explore your next steps in this season of your life. Coaching is a collaborative relationship through which you can access your own answers, strengths, and choices.
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Upcoming Events, Podcasts & Webinars
Ilene Berns-Zare is available for podcasts, interviews, and speaking engagements. Reach out to book Ilene for your upcoming event.
