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Team Dynamics Analysis

When teams struggle, they usually think the problem is communication—but more often, it’s trauma, power imbalances, and unmet needs. I come in, meet with everyone, observe the dynamics firsthand, and figure out what’s actually going on.

I work with teams of all kinds—colleagues, collectives, polycules, housemates, sports teams—any group that needs to function well together but keeps running into the same frustrating conflicts.

My process is immersive and practical. Over several months, I:

  • Meet 1:1 with each person to hear their perspective and gather insights.
  • Facilitate dyads and small groups, working directly on shifting team dynamics in real-time.
  • Identify underlying patterns, not just surface-level friction.
  • Pinpoint what’s changeable and what’s not, so you can make informed decisions.

I don’t blame individuals—I analyze and adjust systems. Mammalian nervous systems react under threat, whether or not anyone consents to it. Recognizing this is key to building functional teams.

At the end of our work together, I deliver a sharp, honest assessment of what’s happening and clear recommendations for next steps. If the team wants to continue, I offer facilitation and ongoing support to help integrate changes.

I am clear-sighted, practical, and expert at seeing how power functions in relationships. If you genuinely want to understand what’s happening in your team and improve how you work together, I can help. If you don’t want to know the truth, I’m not the right person for you. But if you’re ready, let’s figure it out together.

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My background is in anti-racism work with white people, where I’ve spent years helping individuals and organizations see and shift deeply ingrained power dynamics. That experience gives me a sharp, practiced eye for how power functions in teams—how it moves, who holds it, how it’s leveraged or denied, and how it shapes every interaction, often in ways people don’t realize.

I don’t believe in neutrality. My job is not to sit back and pretend all perspectives carry equal weight. My job is to speak truth to power—compassionately, directly, and with deep care for everyone involved. I blame systems, not people, and I recognize that we all move through the world carrying wounds, assumptions, and habits that shape how we engage in teams. I help groups see those patterns clearly so they can choose something different.

People often bring me in thinking their problem is communication. Sometimes, that’s true. But more often, the problem is trauma, structural inequities, or unexamined dynamics of control and avoidance. I am here to see what’s really happening and to help your team find ways to function that are clearer, smoother, and more sustainable.

If you want to actually understand what’s going on in your team and build a structure that supports your real goals, I can help. If you’re looking for someone to smooth things over without addressing the deeper issues, I’m not the right fit. But if you’re ready for clarity, honesty, and forward momentum—let’s talk.

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“Live is incredible”

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