​Like most successful professionals, for as long as you can remember, you have worked very hard trying to achieve success and happiness for yourself, but what do you have to show for all those efforts?  You still aren't as happy as you know you can be.​
Success is on the outside, fulfilment is on the inside.​
Are you finally ready to learn how to achieve both?
As an expert coach, I am dedicated to helping my clients cultivate mental habits that foster resilience, happiness, and ultimately, a deep sense of satisfaction with their achievements.  My offerings include transformative personal coaching, leadership advising, professional development, rapid resolution therapy, and practical mentoring and guidance, all tailored to your unique needs and goals.

​Whether you're seeking to overcome a specific challenge or enhance your personal growth toward genuine happiness and success, I'm here to train you every step of the way.  We will work together to unlock your full potential and discover the authentic joy and deeply rewarding fulfilment that your life really has to offer.
Hello.  ​My name is Michael Turner.
​I used to be like you.
​Finding stable happiness to be just out of reach.
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Born in 1974 and raised in Southern California, I was a successful and accomplished C-Level Fortune 200 businessperson and board member in the Technology sector living in Manhattan; an angry, impatient, and frustrated one.

I was a self-made two-percenter, but something was always lacking. In spite of my intelligence and hard work, and despite my professional achievements and financial success, I suffered on the inside as a result of my unruly mind and my self-defeating approaches to other people and to my problems.

I spent years working with other therapists trying to overcome the behaviours, habits, and thoughts that got in the way of my happiness, but their methods and perspectives just didn't work for me. So, I found a better way — a mindful and introspective approach to personal growth and development that offered genuine and measurable results. I became calmer, kinder, and happier — I stopped rubbing people the wrong way; and then I became someone who experienced unbridled professional success, emotional resilience, and unshakeable happiness despite living in an increasingly angrier and more divided world; and now, I guide people in recognising and overcoming the personal obstacles that get in the way of their success and happiness.

These days, I am a highly respected and sought-after advanced mindfulness trainer and therapist, yet I remain available as a powerfully transformative personal coach and personal development expert specifically for professionals and executives who find themselves keenly interested in experiencing a life with more happiness and contentment, yet struggle in their efforts to genuinely cultivate a more peaceful, harmonious, and joyful co-existence with themselves and the natural ups-and-downs of life.
The people I generally work with aren't looking for "life" coaches.

They know what they want to do with their lives.
Yet their contentment continues to be just out of reach.

My expertise is catered to providing guidance to successful and senior-level professionals and executives in the fields of Business, Science, Technology, and Mind-Body Wellness.
​Like those who seek out personal fitness trainers or professional golf pros to help them step up their game, the skills and benefits that I offer are in working with professionals who are looking to level up by overcoming the negative thoughts, unwanted habits, and harmful behaviours that get in the way and have been holding them back from the level of personal success and happiness that they work so hard to experience.

Much of what I do is cognitive behavioural coaching, which is a discussion-based coaching framework focused on leveraging the neuroplasticity of your brain; understanding and restructuring how your thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes affect your feelings, perspectives, and actions. ​Together, we will help you develop actual skills and strengths to finally master and overcome those hindrances that hold you back.

In that capacity, we will work together to:
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  • ​IDENTIFY the often hidden root cause of your unhappiness, which fuels the steady and unshakeable undercurrent of discontentment or "wanting" that you feel;
  • UNDERSTAND what happiness is and how to develop the views, practices, and skills that enhance and develop your ability to call upon it at will;
  • LEARN practical techniques to overcome the problems and challenges (e.g., anxiety, anger, stress, work) that bar you from a general sense of peace which already exists within you;​
  • INTEGRATE a traditionally mindfulness-based approach to everyday stress reduction, resilience, and problem management;
  • EXPLORE additional ways to more deeply infuse self-compassion into your day-to-day life and into your interactions with colleagues, friends, and family, allowing you to build more meaningful and resilient relationships.
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​What can you expect in your time with me?
You can expect increased happiness, improved relationships, and greater professional success​​.​​
#1 – Deeply insightful discussions focused on directing your thoughts toward cultivating the views, skills, and practices that lead toward actual progress in resilience, contentment, and inner peace despite the stream of life's stressors.

#2 – Effective mind training techniques to replace harmful inner-narratives with sustainable sources of resilience, adaptability, and enduring well-being.

#3 – Learning how to mindfully use technology in a technologically-saturated world, paving the way for a significant improvement in your work-life balance.

#4 – Learning how to be content and present in everyday life, regardless of your conditions, situations, environments, or interactions with others.

#5 – Shrewd and insightful decision-making support that leads to positive outcomes.

#6 – And finally, we will work on starting or leveraging a basic meditation practice, introducing the benefits of Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) into your daily life to develop your capacity to be cool, calm, and collected.
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What I offer is genuinely special and difficult to find.

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Improve all qualities of your life with coaching designed specifically for you.
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Additional Coaching Skills
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Working with me means having access to a highly skilled and gifted INTP Expert Generalist, who can offer you life-changing advice and guidance in various aspects of your life, including work, love, and personal growth. 
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My expertise covers a wide range of topics, and my approach is thoughtful and tailored to your individual needs; it is designed to expand, enhance, and enrich the overall quality of your experience, enabling you to lead a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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Work and Career
  • ​Career and Success Coaching — ​With over 25 years of senior-level business experience, I have successfully mentored individuals at all levels and walks of life, helping them unleash their potential and excel in their careers.  Drawing from my background as a former Board member of several organisations and a Fortune 200 businessperson, I guide my clients in navigating the competitive landscape of workplace & boardroom gamesmanship, developing new skills, and achieving greater heights of success than they ever imagined. ​I also offer Leadership Advising & Executive Mentoring; click the link to learn more about how I help C-Suite Executives and those pursuing C-Level and boardroom career ambitions.
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  • Digital Nomad and Expat Coaching — Throughout my 30+ year business career, I have lived in over 35 cities across Europe and North America.  As a seasoned mentor, I have guided hundreds of people through the challenges of launching a successful expat life.  From managing logistics and finances to balancing work and personal life, my coaching covers every aspect of life as a digital nomad or expat.  I also provide insights into the social and psychological considerations of adjusting to new customs and cultures, helping my clients settle into their new surroundings and thrive in their new homes.
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Relationships
  • Relationship Coaching — If you find yourself struggling to navigate challenging situations and interactions that you find yourself in with others, my relationship coaching can help you fortify, improve, repair, or restore your relationship with your partner, spouse, family, friends, colleagues, managers, employees, neighbours, and loved ones.  Together, you will learn how to reframe unhelpful narratives, establish healthy boundaries, and avoid over-committing yourself.  In our coaching sessions, we'll explore the importance of recognising when you may be wrong and learn how to stop defending or insisting on being right.  We'll work on developing skills to cultivate harmonious compromise with others and find ways to do so without feeling a sense of loss, embarrassment, or shame.  Additionally, we can work on learning skilful ways to end toxic relationships while prioritising safety and compassion for yourself and those around you.  These strategies will empower you to improve your relationships and create more positive interactions with the people in your life.  By doing so, you can enjoy healthier and more fulfilling relationships and avoid sacrificing your own happiness (or someone else's) in the process.
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Therapy and Emotional Wellbeing
  • Rapid Resolution Therapy — RRT delivers fast emotional relief and is a game-changer in the field of mental health. With RRT, we don't just mask the issues; we clear the mind of negative beliefs, paving the way for new possibilities. Say goodbye to dwelling on the past and fearing the future. Negative habits and painful emotions are replaced with positive vibes and actions.  By addressing conflicts in the subconscious mind, RRT unlocks the door to automatic and lasting change.  It's like releasing blocked energy, allowing for both physical and emotional healing.  The best part?  No need to relive traumatic experiences.  Healing comes from within through simple shifts in perspective, it's fast, painless, and effective.  Click here to learn more.

  • Buddhist Therapy and Mindfulness-based Life Coaching — I possess extensive experience as a Buddhist therapist and mindfulness mentor for individuals and couples who are specifically looking to better leverage their Buddhist and mindfulness practices; helping those who genuinely wish to integrate and apply those lovingly kind and compassionate techniques into their daily lives to address the many real-world problems and mental challenges that get in the way of their peace of mind, happiness, and sense of safety and contentment.
Teaching people how to cultivate Happiness is my core skill and specialty.
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​Coaching and Wellness Packages
- a sliding scale is available for academics -

✅ Specialist coach for professionals and executives
✅ Proven track record of helping high income earners
✅ Personalised coaching tailored to your unique needs and goals
✅ Overcome obstacles and unlock your full potential
CURRENT PACKAGE OFFERS
​​Two-Month Package
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Currently: $2000
  • ​​​includes 8 weekly sessions
  • 50 to 60 minute one-on-one sessions​​​
  • highly personalised problem-solving, coaching, and training
  • Direct access to a highly intuitive and accomplished professional advisor and experienced coach​
Three-Month Package
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Currently: $2750
  • ​​includes 12 weekly sessions
  • 50 to 60 minute one-on-one sessions​​​
  • highly personalised problem-solving, coaching, and training
  • Direct access to a highly intuitive and accomplished professional advisor and experienced coach​ ​​
​One-time 90-minute Personal Coaching Huddle-up
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Currently: $350
- includes a 75-minute advising session plus a 15-minute follow-up call -
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​Give yourself the gift of clarity and direction with a professional ad-hoc coaching session.

​These are Problem-Solution focused single sessions intended to guide you through a specific issue, helping you gather information, perspective, and guidance to get you over the hurdle and back on the road to what's next.

​​All One-time Sessions Include:
  • ​the help you need to overcome your specific problem now, not sometime in the future, but now with a targeted one-on-one 75-minute development session
  • a 15-minute follow-up session to discuss/review results and additional next steps
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Testimonial Excerpts from Clients
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"I was initially hesitant about seeking help for my personal and work challenges from Michael, but I am beyond grateful that I decided to work with him. ​The more I think about it, there is no doubt in my mind that his guidance has absolutely been instrumental in helping me succeed, and he has been the catalyst I needed for my happiness and transformation. I couldn't have achieved this level of fulfillment without Michael's support and coaching. I highly recommend Michael to anyone seeking personal or professional growth or success."​
— ​Emily Thompson, Principal Consultant, CEO & Founder
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"Michael's guidance has affected my life in so many ways that it's impossible to list them all.  Recently his advice and guidance at work has resulted in me getting a promotion to Vice President and a $35,000 base salary raise. Michael's coaching goes beyond just career advancement; he has also helped me achieve a happier and more rounded life by addressing my personal goals and aspirations and the things within myself that prevented me from realizing them. He is genuinely invested in my success and happiness, and his support has been invaluable to my growth."​
​— Scott Smith, Corporate Sales Leader, Vice President
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"What sets Michael apart from others is not just his expertise and skills as a top-tier executive, mindfulness teacher, and executive success coach, but also his genuine humanity: he excels at combining his piercing insight with an empathetic and compassionate demeanor. He is not afraid to be direct when necessary, ensuring that his guidance is both effective and actionable. This unique combination enables him to provide invaluable guidance and support that has allowed me to make significant strides in my growth as a multi-business investor, as well as to overcome challenges that would normally hold me back. Working with Michael has been an incredibly rewarding experience. His unwavering dedication to my success and well-being, coupled with his exceptional insights and personal qualities, have made a lasting impact on my life. I wholeheartedly recommend Michael Turner to anyone seeking top-notch coaching and advising that will truly make a difference."​
— ​Tim R., Investor, Advisor, & a NASDAQ Company Board Member
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I offer sessions on a donation-based model and encourage participants to donate in a range of what they would typically pay a skilled therapist or specialised coach.  These donations allow me to dedicate the balance of my time as a pro bono mentor and counsellor to people who genuinely need of my compassion, care, and support.  Thank you for considering this donation-based approach, which allows me to help individuals achieve their goals while maintaining my ability to offer support to those in need.
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Initial Consultations Are Complimentary And Offered At No Cost
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​I have been providing deep, insightful, and course-corrective personal coaching and professional development to individuals and couples for more than 25 years; however, I am not a psychiatrist or clinical mental health worker.  ​If, however, you are currently experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings, it is crucial that you receive immediate support from professionals who specialises in crisis intervention.  For those in urgent need, please contact the USA National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). This service is available 24/7 and provides free and confidential support for individuals in distress. Your safety and well-being are of utmost importance.