Energizing leaders to level up as innovators, motivators, and team builders.

Combining her experience in counseling psychology with an understanding of communication, Teri Reuter coaches leaders in business, manufacturing, technology, and social impact organizations to approach their work with empathy, curiosity, and a sense of joy.

After teaching communication at universities in the US and Germany, Teri became interested in how people value themselves and understand their options through conversations and self-talk. Collaborating with Colin Ward, Teri co-authored Strength-Centered Counseling, introducing techniques and language that helping professionals need when working from the perspective of possibilities, strengths, and well-being.

Teri has adapted this model of change and effective communication in The Real Lead®, a series of learning experiences and a coaching program that offers a communication advantage for building REAL relationships, one conversation at a time. Teri works with leaders to depend on these relationships as the foundation for their leadership.

A unique aspect of working with Teri is the intersection of her experience as a dance-fitness instructor and wellness counselor. Using guided imagery and movement, Teri guides her clients to integrate their physical, intellectual, and emotional selves to encourage resilience, self-discovery, and confidence in decision making.

Because Teri believes that leadership development training and coaching creates better leaders, she maintains a roster of low/no-cost clients from charitable and social impact organizations, who do worthwhile work.

Teri graduated from the University of Florida with a BA and an MA in Communication. She also holds an MA in Counseling from Oakland University. Teri is a Board-Certified Coach (National Board for Certified Counselors), with specializations in Executive Leadership, Health & Wellness, and Personal & Life Coaching.