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From overwhelm to

grounded confidence

I’m Lori Cohen and I help educators and organizational leaders slow down, reflect deeply, and reconnect with their clarity—so they can teach, coach, and lead with confidence, courage, and meaningful impact in complex times.

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Together, I can help you:

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    Move from constant overwhelm and emotional reactivity to grounded clarity, confidence, and intention

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    Stop carrying the weight of being an educator alone, and start feeling supported, understood, and equipped

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    Become the kind of leader or organization that people trust, respect, and want to be a part of

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Working in education today feels heavier than ever

The pace, complexity, and emotional demands of our work has intensified. Many educators and organizational leaders are carrying enormous responsibility, navigating constant change, and holding space for others—often without time to pause, reflect, or breathe.

You may feel:

✸ Overwhelmed by competing demands

✸ Disconnected from your deeper purpose

✸ Emotionally stretched and depleted

✸ Unsure how to lead with integrity in uncertain times

You’re not alone, and you don’t have to carry this weight without support.

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Meet Lori Cohen

I’m a coach, facilitator, author, and thought leader supporting educators and organizations in navigating complexity with clarity, humanity, and wisdom.

I’ve written multiple books on growth, leadership, learning design, and transformation, and for decades I’ve worked alongside educators, administrators, and leadership teams across the country (and world!).

My work blends reflection, emotional intelligence, and practical skills to help educators think deeply, act intentionally, and stay grounded in what matters most, especially in times of uncertainty and change.

About me
About me
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I support educators in moving from overwhelm and isolation to…

clarity, confidence, & community connection

Through my work, I help educators and organizational leaders navigate complexity, responsibility, and change with practical skills they can use right .

My work creates space for reflection, emotional grounding, and deep learning—so educators can reconnect with their values, strengthen relationships, and lead with intention rather than urgency.

Clients leave this work feeling steadier, clearer, and more confident, with renewed direction and practical insight they transfers to their roles.

A SAMPLING OF SOME OF MY CLIENTS

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  • Logo for Northwest Association of Independent Schools, featuring large green letters NWAS and the full name beneath it.
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  • Portland State University logo with a green interwoven design and black text
  • Cotsen Foundation logo with orange, gray, and black text
  • A black background with the white text 'ESF' and Chinese characters below it, inside a black circle.
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  • Logo for California Teacher Development Collaborative (CATDC) with stylized swooping lines in blue, orange, and teal.
  • Logo of the Educational Service District district with a blue background, white text, and black area featuring technical drawings of the numbers 1 through 5.
  • Colorful logo of the Illinois Federation of Independent Schools Association with the acronym IFSACS and the full name written below.
  • The logo for NYC Public Schools featuring the acronym NYC in large block letters with green, orange, and blue colors, followed by the words "Public Schools" in dark blue text.

My approach

I’m guided by a concept from Jewish tradition called tikkun olam, often translated as repairing the world.

For me, this doesn’t mean fixing everything or striving for perfection. It means paying attention. It means noticing where things feel strained, disconnected, or fragile—and responding with care, presence, and responsibility.

I believe each of us can contribute, in small and meaningful ways, to creating conditions where people and communities can live with greater wholeness, dignity, and possibility.

I do my part through acts of creativity: learning design, workshops, conversations, coaching, and writing. These are spaces where we pause, reflect, learn deeply, experience joy, ask honest questions, connect with one another, and imagine what might become possible—together.

This is the spirit that shapes all of my work.

Ways we can work together

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    Workshops & Facilitation

    Let’s learn together about the topics that best support your site/organization.

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    Coaching & Consulting

    Whether 1:1 or with a team, let’s partner on ways to support your site/organization with the pressing challenges and questions you’re working through.

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    Writing & Media

    Books, talks, and essays exploring teaching, learning design, leadership, and human development.

    Read my blog ➛

    See my books ➛

    See media appearances ➛

  • “Lori Cohen truly transformed my practice. It is not often that you go into a professional development where each sentence needs to be written down and saved for later because she is filled with endless nuggets of wisdom. I simply could not recommend her more enthusiastically.”

    Molly H., Inclusion Coach

  • "Lori's ability to infuse even the most complex coaching moments with joy and wit makes learning from her a delight. Lori challenges me to see things from new perspectives and encourages personal growth as well as professional growth. Learning with Lori has truly been a transformative experience."

    Emma S., Mentor

  • "I can't speak highly enough of Lori Cohen as a consultant. Her PD is filled with knowledge, empathy, ideas, and clear instruction. I am going into this school year as a brand-new instructional coach, and I feel so much more equipped after her PD on leading teams. It was the most helpful PD I have ever been to, hands down."

    Jessica F., Multilingual/Dual Language Facilitator and Instructional Coach

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You don’t have to figure this out alone

If you’re ready for visionary leadership that feels steadier, clearer, and actionable, I’d love to connect.

Make It
Make It