Carylynn Larson, Ph.D., PCC - Creating space to thrive
Description
A self-described Spacemaker, Dr. Carylynn (Cary) Kemp Larson creates space for leaders, teams, and organizations to thrive. Known for her insight, warmth, and pragmatic candor, she has coached 2,500+ hours with senior leaders across the public and private sectors—including Johnson & Johnson, eBay, Honda, and the Department of Defense. Cary holds a Ph.D. in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, teaches at American University, and is the author of two coaching books. She’s also a nonprofit founder, keynote speaker, and passionate advocate for healing, high-performing teams, and whole-person leadership.
Culture team dynamics leading change Strengths based Pragmatic Innovation communication resilience partnership
Specialties
Communication & People Skills
Confidence / Resiliency
Emotional Intelligence
Executive & C-Suite
Innovation & Creativity
Leadership Impact / Authenticity
Organizational Change Management
Team Building & Collaboration
Time & Priority Management
Wellness, Health, & Mindfulness
Work-Life Integration / Burnout
- Coaching Approaches & Structures Adaptive & Responsive, Evidence-Based & Data-Informed, Strengths-Based, Systemic & Holistic,
- Decision Making Styles Communal & Collective, Interpersonal & Relational,
- Client Growth & Development Approaches Organizational & Team Dynamics, Reflective & Introspective, Solution-Oriented & Clear Goals,
- Communication Styles Conversational, Provocative & Challenging,
- ICF Certification PCC - Professional Certified Coach
- Other Coaching Certifications 360 Feedback & Assessment Tools Certification, CliftonStrengths Assessment (StrengthsFinder), DEI Facilitation & Leadership Training, DISC Certification, EQ-i 2.0 / EQ 360 Emotional Intelligence Certification, Leadership Circle Profile,
Services
Coaching Skills for Leaders - online, hybrid, and in-person programs
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Too many leaders unknowingly create dependence by solving problems for their team instead of empowering their people to think, grow, and lead. The result? Bottlenecks, burnout, and underdeveloped talent.Coaching Skills for Leaders is designed for managers, people leaders, and those aspiring to leadership roles who want to break that cycle.
This robust online course teaches leaders to adopt the proven skills of professional coaches, without becoming a professional coach. Through engaging video presentations, interactive activities, real-world applications, and a real-life demonstration of coaching, leaders can begin leveraging the coaching approach immediately.
Keynote Talk - Break|Through: How healing community supports our success
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In a world where burnout is rampant and vulnerability feels risky, even the strongest people are struggling in silence, afraid to use the resources available to them. In my signature keynote, Break|Through, I deliver a relatable, provocative, and uplifting talk that blends powerful storytelling with data-driven insights to tackle the sensitive topic of mental health at work. If you’re looking for a fresh framework and actionable tools to create a culture of care where people—and performance—can truly thrive, this talk is for you. For details, please see www.carylynn-kemp-larson.info.
Leadership Coaching
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I work with clients in a two ways: (1) By the engagement (e.g., 6 months of coaching with 12 coaching sessions, an assessment or profile of our choice, etc.), and (2) by retainer (e.g., a flat fee for up to X hours of my time monthly). Either way, we start with a free "chemistry call" to explore your goals, budget, and how coaching can fit in. You can book a chemistry call with me directly via this link: https://calendarhero.to/connectwithcary
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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- Email cary@creatingopenspace.com
- Hourly Rate 400
- Working Model Online & In person
- Working Languages English

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