Guerlande Thomas-Okafor, BS, MS, MFT
Guerlande Thomas-Okafor is the founder and lead coach of her consultancy practice, which is committed to supporting individuals through life modifications, including but not limited to new school, career, relationships, and role changes. A proven change management thought partner to help functional leaders develop excellent and trusting relationships with their teams to accomplish their desired end state. Collaboration in planning and structuring an organization with an emphasis on bringing people through the change.
Guerlande is a skilled relationship builder and strategic planner who loves helping people be their best selves while contributing socially to their communities. Her goals are to provide services that draw upon best practices in social and emotional maintenance, positive communication skills, and appropriate outlets to channel negative energy while acclimating to a new environment and culture.
In addition, Guerlande brings 15+ years of experience with independent schools in the New England area. She has lived in several boarding school communities and participated actively in residential life activities. She is an experienced independent school parent with two children navigating the independent school world.
Her goals are to provide services that draw upon best practices in social and emotional maintenance, positive communication skills, and appropriate outlets to channel negative energy while acclimating to a new environment and culture.