About Me | Shine Brighter LLC

Burnout & Leadership Coach | Somatic Practitioner

Hello! I’m Jeannie, the founder of Shine Brighter LLC, and I’m here to support moms, dads, and caregivers who feel overwhelmed, anxious, burnt out, or unfulfilled, despite outward success. You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode.

I help you heal from burnout and break free from overwhelm, and rediscover joy, freedom, and purpose that’s been buried beneath stress and responsibilities.

My Journey | From Burnout to Breakthrough

For over 25 years in higher education and leadership, I was dedicated to helping students and professionals recognize their true potential, strengths, and purpose. But behind the scenes, I was an exhausted, burned-out mom, caught in the cycle of overwork, stress, and self-sacrifice. Eventually, my body shut down, leading to a life-threatening health crisis that forced me to completely re-evaluate my life.

Through deep healing, self-discovery, help from others, and a holistic approach that integrates mind, body, and spirit, I reclaimed my well-being, purpose, and joy, and I’m here to help you do the same.

My Approach | A Holistic (Mind/Body & Soul) & Trauma-Sensitive Path to Healing & Empowerment

As a trauma-sensitive coach, somatic practitioner, and nervous system fitness trainer, I combine evidence-based techniques with intuitive guidance to create a deeply personalized, heart-centered approach to healing and transformation.

My work is grounded in:

• Nervous System Regulation & Somatic Healing – Helping you release stress, rewire patterns of overwhelm, build emotional resilience, and increase heart coherence.

• Energy Psychology & Mind-Body Practices – Releasing limiting beliefs, restoring harmony, and strengthening inner peace.

• Heart-Based Leadership & Conscious Awareness – Guiding you to reclaim your confidence, self-worth, and authenticity.

• Career/Life Empowerment – Supporting you in creating success connected to your purpose, aligned with your values, and without burnout.

You don’t need to choose between success and well-being. You deserve both. I help parents define success on their terms, step into their full power, and build lives of purpose, ease, and joy.

My Background & Education

Before launching Shine Brighter LLC, I spent 25 years in higher education, leadership, and well-being advocacy, serving in roles that included:

• Career Services Director

• Career Counselor & Coach

• Academic Advisor

• Mental Health & Well-Being Advocate

• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Champion

I hold a Master of Science in Counseling & Student Personnel from Minnesota State University, Mankato and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Hamline University.

I’ve also completed Ph.D.-level coursework in Higher Education Administration at the University of Minnesota and hold numerous certifications in trauma, stress regulation, somatic healing, energy psychology, and coaching.

Let’s Connect | Your Path to Healing & Empowerment Starts Here

If you’re a parent, caregiver, or leader who is ready to end burnout, reclaim your power and well-being, and create a life that truly lights you up, I’m here to support you.

Let’s shine brighter together!

Book a call to connect and discuss your unique journey.