Sara Pelaez, PhD, is a dually credentialed leader in the fields of clinical psychotherapy and executive leadership coaching, specializing in Neuro-Executive Architecture. Her approach bridges the gap between biological resilience and organizational strategy, specifically designed to optimize performance in high-stakes environments. Sara holds a PhD in Somatic Psychotherapy from the International University of Professional Studies (IUPS), where she conducted supportive research titled, “Unleashing the Power of Somatic Experiencing: A Pathway to Resilience and Growth for Practitioners.”

As a Board Certified Coach (BCC) with a Coach Certification from NBCC, she delivers proven tools to empower C-Suite executives and Physician Leaders to enhance organizational culture and develop precision in motivational thinking and embodied change. Her background as a Licensed Clinical Therapist (licensed in Florida, Georgia, and Illinois) allows her to address the “internal architecture” of a leader, moving beyond traditional cognitive coaching into deep physiological regulation.

Sara earned her MA in Clinical Behavioral Mental Health from Roosevelt University and her BA in Psychology & Human Resources from Northeastern Illinois University. She is an active member of the National Board for Certified Counselors (CCMHC, NCC), the American Counseling Association, and the American Career Counseling Association. A member of the Chi Sigma Iota International Honor Society, Sara also holds certifications in Leadership, Executive, and Life Coaching.

As a bilingual Spanish-speaking professional, Sara provides culturally aware strategic partnerships globally. She empowers her clients to align their biological capacity with their professional vision, ensuring they reach their organizational goals with clarity, purpose, and lasting resilience.