April Read

I am an Organizational Psychologist and the Founder & Chief Organizational Psychologist of Empowers Consulting. I specialize in leadership development, change management, and employee experience—helping organizations build high-performing teams, drive engagement, and create psychologically safe workplaces. With a background in corporate consulting, talent strategy, and executive coaching, I empower leaders to navigate change, enhance culture, and develop their people for long-term success.

🔹 Expertise: Organizational Development, Leadership Training, Psychological Safety, Change Management, Employee Engagement, Talent Development, Executive Coaching

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I am an Organizational Psychologist with extensive experience in leadership development, change management, and employee engagement. As the Founder & Chief Organizational Psychologist of Empowers Consulting, I help organizations enhance workplace culture, develop talent, and navigate change effectively. With a background in corporate consulting and executive coaching, I specialize in driving organizational transformation, building high-performing teams, and fostering psychological safety. My expertise spans healthcare, corporate, and higher education sectors, where I have led large-scale initiatives to improve employee experience and leadership effectiveness.

I hold a Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.) in Business Psychology (Consulting Track) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, where I focused on leadership development, organizational effectiveness, and workplace behavior. Additionally, I am certified in SHRM-SCP, Generative AI in HR, and various assessment tools (MBTI, DiSC, etc.), equipping me with a well-rounded approach to talent strategy and organizational change.