Welcome to Sound Leadership Consulting
Great leadership is built through skill, insight, and a commitment to growth. We help mid-level managers, new supervisors, and aspiring leaders develop the confidence and skills to lead with clarity and empathy.
Discover how sound leadership creates confident leaders for the future.
Our Leadership Approach
At Sound Leadership Consulting, we believe great leadership starts with people—those who are ready to grow, make an impact, and guide their teams with confidence.
Our approach is designed for mid-level managers, new supervisors, and aspiring leaders who are stepping into leadership roles with a strong desire to succeed and the motivation to develop both themselves and their teams. We provide practical, personalized coaching that equips leaders with real-world tools to navigate challenges such as managing staff dynamics, fostering team cohesion, and driving performance. Rather than feeling unprepared or unsupported, our clients gain the clarity, skills, and confidence they need to thrive. Through empathetic guidance and actionable strategies, we help leaders build strong relationships, communicate effectively, and lead with purpose—so they can not only meet expectations but exceed them, creating positive outcomes for themselves, their teams, and their organizations.
Our Services
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One-on-One Leadership Coaching:
Personalized coaching sessions are guided by your individual goals. Whether you want to improve communication, navigate workplace challenges, or grow your leadership impact, we work together to support your success.
Affordable coaching packages are available to fit your needs and budget. -
Group Coaching for Aspiring Leaders:
Group coaching provides a supportive, collaborative space for professionals across leadership levels to grow together.
This cost-effective option fosters learning through shared experiences and insights, making it ideal for those who want to develop leadership skills while connecting with others on similar paths. -
Workshops and Training Programs:
Our interactive workshops and customized training sessions focus on real solutions to real workplace challenges. From leading effective teams to managing change and conflict, our sessions are practical, relevant, and designed to create lasting impact.
About Me
I’m Catherine Abshire, CRC—an experienced executive coach, certified counselor, and founder of Sound Leadership Consulting. With over 30 years in leadership roles across healthcare, education, government, and nonprofit sectors, I bring deep expertise in coaching mid-level managers, new supervisors, and aspiring leaders.
In every leadership role I've held—from Director of Vocational Services at NYU Langone to Division Director at HRSA—I have supervised teams, managed hiring and performance evaluations, and led efforts to strengthen communication, engagement, and team performance. I’ve coached underperforming staff toward success, led departments through organizational change, and designed training programs that helped individuals and teams thrive.
My coaching is grounded in real-world experience and built around practical, empathetic support to help leaders grow confidently and create positive impact in their organizations.
What to expect?
At Sound Leadership Consulting, coaching is interactive, practical, and tailored to your leadership stage.
You’ll:
Set clear goals aligned with your role and challenges
Participate in leadership assessments and guided reflection
Practice real-world strategies for communication and team management
Build confidence in navigating difficult situations
Gain tools to manage stress and strengthen team performance
Whether you’re new to leadership or managing a growing team, your coaching experience will be personalized to support meaningful progress