Rayner Jae Liu
Leadership Coaching | Learning & Talent | Health Innovation
I am a leadership coach, learning and talent strategist, and social entrepreneur helping people thrive in our brittle, anxious, nonlinear, and incomprehensible (BANI) world and building solutions that help resolve its contradictions. My areas of focus are healthcare innovation, leadership and founder coaching, and whole life integration. I'm particularly committed to advancing health equity and disability justice and new paradigms of cultural and social organization, particularly amid the ongoing SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, and I offer reliable and empowering frameworks, insights, and experiences for personal and social healing and transformation.
ABOUT
I am an ICF-certified leadership coach, business strategist, and systems theorist facilitating the evolution of culture and consciousness. I provide holistic perspectives and skills that help leaders build awakened businesses, organizations, and vocations that meet the complex challenges of the 21st century.My specialty is psychological awakening and whole life integration that helps people awaken from their delusions and create the world we really want. I am the author of the Substack publication New Paradigm Knowledge and the host of The New Paradigm Leadership Podcast, featuring some of the world's leaders on issues of great import amid this time in history. I teach people the internal alignment skills and ideas that can transform our world from fear, conflict, and anger to love, abundance, and innovation both in personal and collective contexts.My system of unfoldment and systems change combines the world’s most advanced systems, philosophies, and healing modalities to help you transform old patterns, heal, unfold, differentiate, and bring your creative genius to the world. My work is grounded in higher principles, advancing economic and humanistic reforms within healthcare and wellness specifically while tackling our world's dire and interconnected issues more broadly.I graduated with honors from Duke University in the social sciences and have neuroscience training from Stanford. I have been recognized by Marianne Williamson and Melinda Gates and have spoken at Harvard for my research into the human condition and systems innovation. I hope you'll stay awhile and that you'll learn something valuable while you're here, whether from my content or directly from me.
Experience
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| Organization | Title | Year | Location | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rayner J Liu | Founder, DEI & Leadership Coach | 2020-present | Remote | Coached CEO with 20+ years in the C-suite through 12-month organizational change, recognized by 4x #1 NYT Bestselling Author in multiple outlets, worked with leaders in health, education, finance, and tech |
| Alpha | Lead Instructional Designer, Leadership | 2024-2024 | Remote | Designed Harvard and Wharton-inspired simulations, matched ratings of most tenured design team within 8 weeks of start, worked on a high-performing, globally distributed team with an exceptional team culture |
| Fama Tech | Sr. Content Marketing Manager, HR, Talent & DEI | 2018-2020 | Remote | Exceeded company's 5-year lead generation record, led content during growth from $2.5M to $30M ARR, growing by 3-4x each year to 90% market share and acquisition of largest competitor, hired a global team |
| Independent | Training, Content & Education Consultant | 2016-2018 | Bay Area | Saved Samsung office an estimated 40,000 work hours per year, built trade show keynotes for Samsung's President, won projects with multiple Fortune 500s, got my start in advanced college admissions advising |
| Nova Talent | Global Venture Development Intern | 2015 | Sweden | Tested in Top 1% of applicants, worked for subsidiary of employer branding giant Universum, organized conferences, built and shipped an app in 8 weeks |
| Growth Rock | Marketing Design Intern | 2014 | Bay Area | Won 1st of 25 in a design contest with one of the internet's top marketers, helped closed 3 deals via outbound, grew landing page conversions by 63% |
| IDEAS Education | DEI & Leadership Facilitator | 2013 | China | Recognized by Melinda Gates for approaches to education innovation and spoke across the U.S. for breakthroughs on entrenched cultural beliefs |
| NLSIU Bangalore | Social Science Research Intern | 2013 | India | Developed report on the causes of ethnic conflict at a research and advocacy center at the top law school in India, worked with LGBTQ+ and stateless activists |
Education
Northeastern University MBA (Candidate), Focus in Healthcare and Finance (2025-2027)
Duke University BA Honors, Double Major, Cultural Anthropology and Political Science
Stanford University Social Psychology and Neuroscience
Awards
Recognized by 4x #1 NYT Bestselling Author Marianne Williamson, Multiple Outlets
Recognized by Melinda French Gates, Published on Gates Foundation Blog
HR & Talent Management Data-Driven Thought Leadership Award
Certifications
Integral Coaching®, New Ventures West (ICF Level 2 Training Program)
Associate Certified Coach (ACC), International Coaching Federation
User Experience Design, Flatiron School
Associations
Program for the Evolution of Spirituality, Harvard Divinity School
The Institute for Innovation, Integration, and Impact
Pi Sigma Alpha Political Science Honors Society
Organization for Professional Astrology (OPA)
Things You Should Know
I am part of the Zero COVID and COVID conscious communities. I believe that viruses like COVID don't just require treatment and funding, but also require systematic prevention and all of the growth and challenges that come with it. I believe that everyone should have the right to pursue daily activities without the threat of life-altering disability or death, and the eradication of airborne virus transmission means a great deal to me.
Science and spirituality are at the heart of my approach. Both disciplines have incredible depth but most of the problems in our world remain unsolved because the split between these two remains. Their abuse and misuse on the one hand or outright rejection of either of them on the other is the reason why history does not progress as quickly as it can. A sound spiritual discipline is critical for being an effective leader, whatever your beliefs.
Extractive capitalism needs to end. Money and commerce should be abundant in the new economy; the problem is that extractive capitalism leeches life force from the system and doesn't add to it. It believes growth in a single direction can be infinite rather than circular and distributive, it robs people of their power and doesn't allow them to add value. I believe our willingness to challenge these systems at every level changes everything.
Expertise
(1) Leadership, Founder & Business Coaching
I help leaders, founders, individuals, and teams develop higher levels of performance and deeper levels of integrity. Having coached leaders from companies and organizations including Headspace, IBM, Wells Fargo, UC Berkeley, and Capital University, I can help you develop a sterling reputation, improve performance dramatically and solve complex problems all in under 10 minutes a day.
(2) Healing, Intuition & Inner Development
I have training in family systems, shadow work, clinical approaches, the nitty-gritty nuances of ancestral work and all of its implications for the choices we make. I help show you where a lack of inner alignment may exist, how you can facilitate your emotional healing, and how you can live and lead more fully. Cited by multiple clients as a partner to therapy and even more effective than therapy in some cases, I help people and organizations identify the roots of their suffering and show them the way to freedom.
(3) COVID-19, Disability Justice & Health Equity
To heal from the wreckages of the COVID pandemic is to heal society's dysfunctions and underlying illnesses, such as projection, exclusion, and ableism. As a person with direct experience with disability, I am deeply committed to ending pandemics through an integrative approach combining healthcare reform, social innovation, non-profit advocacy, psychological and spiritual education, and complexity reduction to take humanity to a higher level. I have lots of resources on this topic for individuals, families, and businesses.
(4) Diversity, Complexity, and Pluralistic Psychology
I teach advanced concepts in diversity, equity, inclusion, and pluralistic psychology. While applicable to many different use cases, the core of my work makes a case for the planet Eris in defining the occurrences of the 21st century, following the trends of Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in the 18th through 20th centuries. My intention is to make knowledge of Eris and the psychology of strife, discord, diversity, equity, inclusion, and pluralism more understandable to others so we can address the challenges of the 21st century. By understanding what's happening today and leveling up our skills and abilities, we can solve these challenges at last.
(5) Education, Vocation, Life Purpose & Actualization
I have extensive experience helping people navigate their paths through the education system, finding their life purpose and vocation, and actualizing that vocation. It is a long but deeply worthwhile process that begins with understanding your story along with what you're here to contribute and how. Reach out to me for hourly consultations or packages that walk you gently and fiercely through the process of becoming your Whole Self. Not only were you born for a purpose, but you were born for it during these times.
Eris Masterclass: The Woman Warrior
Woman Warrior is the most comprehensive course on Eris available. This self-guided course isn't just for astrologers and spiritual seekers who are serious about their growth. It's also for anyone who wants a formula and system for navigating the chaos, tumult, and discord of the 21st century, and a way of understanding everything that's happening to stay above the fray. My work has been shared at Harvard Divinity School and by 4x NYT Bestselling Author Marianne Williamson.
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A self-guided journey from powerlessness and inertia to liberation and justice
Woman Warrior teaches you the intuition, information, and inner work needed to navigate every 21st century crisis. Part astrology and philosophy, part complex systems science, and part experiential journey, this course is perfect for astrologers, activists, and anyone trying to get real, adjust to the 21st century, and create a better tomorrow.My work has appeared in Marianne Williamson's interviews, Harvard Divinity School, and the Queer Astrology Conference. It brings grounding, knowledge, and potency to higher consciousness without distortions or disassociation, and most importantly, lays out clear instructions for handling our global meaning crisis or metacrisis.Very few people understand Eris, who offers the solution for all of the worsening strife, polarization, discord, collapse, and fragmentation of the 21st century. In this course, you'll learn, in the blink of an eye, why we are where we are, how we can get out of it, and how you can move beyond powerlessness and find true liberation in these trying times.
Course Structure
Module 1: The Secret System
Get the secret system that drives lasting equity, inclusion, and pluralism on our planet. You’ll learn how Eris operates at a global level to spur human evolution and heal the multiple crises of the 21st century (racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, capitalism, climate change, and more).
| Lesson | Description | What You'll Learn |
|---|---|---|
| Metacrisis: The Problems of the 21st Century | We set the stage for the world's overlapping crises and introduce the metaphysics for resolving all of these issues from the root. | What a metagoddess is and how metaphysics plays a role in everything |
| A Primer on Archetypes and Synchronicities | We introduce astrology as a system for understanding how to work with the world's issues. We also challenge astrologers to think harder. | What is sacred geometry, synchronicity, complexity, and chaos theory |
| Sacred Rage: How Eris Restores the Scales of Justice | Eris has massive implications for justice. Why do so many people, including astrologers, overlook her? In this talk, we'll explore the significations of Eris. | How Eris uses fury, balance, and sacred rage to address patriarchy and capitalism (and for astrologers: how Eris differs from the other outer planets ) |
Module 2: The Rare Media Library
Get out of your mind and into your body so you can deepen your instincts and be the change. In this module, you’ll gain first-hand experiences and a felt sense of the Eris archetype through a curated library of rare materials that powerfully highlight different facets of the Eris archetype.
| Lesson | Description | What You'll Learn |
|---|---|---|
| My Story and Search for the Woman Warrior | The story of how I came upon this pattern and why most attempts at women's empowerment or other social justice movements usually fail. | Why this archetype is just starting to come online, and why it's growing in the world. |
| Video: Eris Takes Down Neoliberalism | Neoliberalism and material individualism has reached practically every corner of society. How does Eris confront it and knock it upside down? | Why neoliberalism is so deeply toxic and what kind of gumption it takes to override it |
| Video: Eris Flips Patriarchy on Its Head | Amid the violence of patriarchy, how does Eris push back and make a case for feminine power? | The underappreciated and critical role of Asian philosophy in the disruption of patriarchy |
| Video: Eris as a Universal Rebalancing | Systems are often self-correcting and self-reinforcing. How does Eris disrupt the tendency toward inertia at a global systems level? | Why we need to think differently about the meaning of the "monstrous feminine" |
| Video: Eris Takes Down Corrupt Institutions | Many emerging archetypes are hidden in plain sight, only understandable to the observant. We'll unpack a cultural icon and how she channels Eris. | The importance of vulnerability in transforming systems and two different kinds of feminism |
Module 3: Examples & Case Studies
You’ll engage 5 real-life case studies of a growing collection of activists working on multiple social issues. Coupled with birth chart analyses of powerful activists, you’ll also get clues into your own expressions of activism—where they manifest and how they dovetail with the times we live in.
| Lesson | Description | What You'll Learn |
|---|---|---|
| Eris on the Coronavirus | One of the most beloved celebrities of the Millennial generation calls out hypocrisy in the government and inaccessibility at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic | How COVID-19 exposed mass inequities and how Eris connects to the SARS-2 pandemic |
| Eris and Global Weather Systems | A leading activist takes on world leaders and exposes the hypocrisy within the business environment and their failure to understand the situation | Why this activist's rhetoric is uniquely effective while many other approaches backfire |
| Eris and True Feminine Power | One of the world's most beloved teachers speaks on the power of the feminine and what it really means in a time where the survivability of the species is at risk | What it means to give oneself emotional permission to speak and the problem with applause |
| Eris in the Supreme Court | A Senator takes on fundamentalist Christianity in the American court and blasts the abuses of power and oppression used by traditionalist politicians | Why it's okay to step on big stages and put people on full blast—in fact, why it's necessary |
| Eris in the Labor Movement | A leader in the labor movement speaks on national television about the injustices within labor in one of the country's biggest industries. | How our unique role in moving the paradigm forward is deeply personal and identifiable |
| Special Bonus: Eris Decolonizes | Multiple demonstrations of the decolonial process of Eris and an explanation of how the process works to spur the evolution of culture and consciousness. | What effective bold truth-telling and empowerment looks like and why it has the power to reshape systems |
Module 4: Application & Integration
You’ll learn how Eris drives planetary evolution, distinguish false activism from true activism, and learn how to have esoteric confrontations with the shadows of humanity, shifting from oppressed and compliant to authentic, fearless, and indestructible in the face of injustice.
| Lesson | Description | What You'll Learn |
|---|---|---|
| How Eris Drives All-Systems Change | A walkthrough of how systems change through multiple models that show you a path toward a better future. | The characteristics of each stage of consciousness evolution and what to expect, so you can have full confidence |
| The Problem with Mainstream Feminism | Why mainstream feminism isn't Eris whatsoever but a false empowerment that has not done much for human progress | Critical distinctions between mainstream feminism and authentic and meaningful approaches to advocacy and change |
| The Art of Esoteric Confrontations | Every activist runs into obstacles. Knowing what the obstacles are and how to confront them will be key to becoming successful. | The three unconscious giants that people look away from that prevent inclusion, awakening, and systemic change |
What People Are saying
Assorted testimonials from students, professional colleagues, and renowned public figures
“If you would like to learn more about Eris and her embodiment of feminine rage as an activating force for change, please follow the work of Rayner. Eris is such a powerful archetype right now.” — Candice, Astrologer
“Woman Warrior helped me realize the rage I feel about the injustices in the world is completely valid. It’s given me the courage and confidence to speak up and be part of the change that this world needs to heal. My inner Eris is awakening!” — Tiffany, Executive
“Highly recommend this intensive dive into the Woman Warrior. As I viewed video after video of Rayner’s commentary, I felt myself becoming more confident in my ability to speak up in those moments when the voice of a whole woman is needed to boldly challenge the status quo.” — Carlotta, Facilitator and Organizer
"Dear Rayner, I just read your great Eris article in OPA's magazine, and plan to share it in an online experiential course I'm currently teaching on the Air Signs. We have been exploring Themis and Eris in our discussion of Libra and your article is great in re-imagining Eris. Thank you, a great perspective that I am sure people will go places with."
"This diagram at 14m+ in! Shake us UP Eris"
"#OccupyWallStreet"
"WOW"
"Thank you for your work on Eris. I'm excited to fight in order to accomplish justice."
"So there’s this article that came out about me, about Greek gods and goddesses, sort of explaining the campaign in terms of this Greek goddess named Eris. And I was talking to these people and I realized that, today, people in college who are studying economics, political philosophy, don’t find it odd or uncomfortable in any way to discuss in the same sentence economics and political philosophy and gods and goddesses. The idea that there are underlying dynamics — They’ve also read Jung, they’ve read Joseph Campbell, they’ve been in therapy sometimes since they were young. So, this younger generation doesn’t find a more whole-person holistic perspective on life wacky or cuckoo. What they think is that anything other than that is fractured and inadequate to the challenges of our time. And, on that, we agree."— Marianne Williamson, 4x #1 NYT Bestselling Author and Presidential Candidate speaks on Rayner's article in The Intercept to American journalist Ryan Grim
“I’ve read Seltzer’s book on Eris. This cleared lots up.”
“That was in the top 3 of quality presentations I’ve attended.”
“Best presentation I’ve seen and best interpretation of Eris.”
"Excited for this #NewAgeofAir resolving more social ills/challenges"
"I'm learning so much! I'll look into the role of Eris regarding the political crisis we're living right now"
Give & Receive
Ongoing access and updates: You’ll get access to future course additions, including professionally-produced guided meditations, additional resources and analyses, and a referral program made available only to participants. Lifetime access.Potent analysis and reflection: Every lesson comes with a detailed analysis or reflections to help this understanding come alive in you. The more you learn how to confront oppressive forces, the sooner things in your life and the world will change.Course completion incentives: Leave a testimonial or refer a friend and get a complimentary 6-month subscription to my paid Substack, a copy of my exclusively curated Woman Warrior playlist (not in the course), or $40 toward your next reading.
Multiple charts and worksheets: Get printable worksheets and charts that solidify your understanding of systems science and systems change so you can feel more confident in every waking moment about creating a new paradigm.A growing community: Meet new people who are on your fractal. If you’d like to make yourself known and meet others, be sure to engage in the comments and introduce yourself so others can discover you and build new connections!Test Your Knowledge: The skills and lessons Eris teaches are the skills needed for navigating the 21st century. We introduce checkpoints to ensure you're getting the material so you can go into the world with confidence and boldly challenge systems.
FAQ
Is this course for me?This course is for anyone seeking to bend the arc of the universe toward justice. If you feel tired and angry about the rampant injustices in our world, want to understand how systems and societies evolve, want to join a rising tide of people pushing back against the status quo, or are trying to develop solutions to the crises of 21st century, this course is for you.This course is perfect for you if you identify with any of the following:- Emergence and metacrisis practitioners
- New paradigm leaders and activists
- Social theorists and researchers
- Astrologers & spiritual seekers
- Diversity and inclusion leaders
- Organizational change leaders
- Tired of being marginalized
- Fleeing oppressive ideologies
- Tired of culture wars and polarization
- Learning about diversity and inclusionDo I need prior astrological knowledge?No astrological knowledge or belief is required, because this is an astrology course, and it isn't. It is a masterclass that crosses the boundaries of any one traditional discipline to provide critical context that most people are missing.All you need is the basic willingness to acknowledge and accept that everything is connected. In the 21st century, where everything is becoming more connected and as we encounter a multitude of crises, it will become more important than ever to understand these interconnections.Are closed captions available?English closed captions are available on all lectures and coming soon on remaining videos. Even better, they can be searched so you can immediately move to the part of the lecture that you're looking to spend time with. If you have a translation or transcription request before or after signup, contact us and we will help you out.Do you provide refunds?Due to the rare nature of the materials in this course and industry standards, we do not offer refunds, no exceptions. Therefore, please discern if this investment is in alignment for you before proceeding.Do you have an affiliate program?
No, but if you complete the course and leave a testimonial or refer a friend, you can get a complimentary 1-year subscription to my Substack, a copy of my Woman Warrior playlist, or $40 off your next reading within 3 months.
Coaching
Welcome to personalized, 1:1 coaching. I am a certified Integral Coach®, adjunct faculty for the ICF Level 2 Coach Training Program at New Ventures West, and an Associate Certified Coach through the International Coaching Federation, with 320+ of 500 hours toward the PCC certification in progress. I am also a member, published writer, and inaugurual presenter on social dynamics and systems change for the Organization for Professional Astrology. My clients include executive directors, SVPs, CEOs and mid-senior level professionals in higher education, non-profits, finance, entertainment, tech, and mental health, and I'm committed to my clients' success.
The industry standard on coaching competencies and ethics, held to the highest standards.
A unique methodology designed to be one the most comprehensive approaches to human unfoldment.
Trained and certified by pioneers in work-life integration and business for social impact.
Leadership Coaching
I help mid-senior leaders and executives build credibility, boost confidence, and cultivate powerful, life-enhancing beliefs and behaviors—all in less than 10 minutes a day. Using the power of intuition, self-awareness, and systems awareness, my clients make deep, lasting changes and learn advanced leadership skills 10x faster.A New Ventures West Integral Coach® with over a decade of experience in leadership development, organizational change, diversity and equity, and learning and development, I’ve spoken at Harvard Divinity School and been recognized by Melinda Gates and 4x #1 NYT Bestselling Author Marianne Williamson for my approach.Leaders and organizations seek me out when:
• Navigating complex organizational change processes and seeking to make better decisions
• Building credibility with diverse teams and stakeholders with more integrity and influence
• Working to create cultures of dignity, creativity, engagement, and high performance
• Running into the same traps (burnout, overwhelm, conflicts, dysfunction, turnover)
• Looking to grow in confidence or discover and unleash their brand and purposeI offer short and long-term engagements, with long-term engagements being the most transformational. If you are well-resourced financially, you are asked to give above the standard amount to support distributive equity and opportunities for others to receive resources and benefits.- Individual Hourly Coaching ($375/hr to $875/hr)
- 3-6 month packages (4 to 5-figure range)
- 6-12 month packages (5-figure range)
Founder Coaching
My experience running a business for more than 4 years and navigating the many habits and mindsets needed for it to thrive has taught me to be highly creative and ethical while living a healthier and more integrated life. My process is empowering and clarifying and I help founders make powerful shifts in mindset and execution abilities. Take advantage of this offer while it's still new and among the best value in the market.- Individual Hourly Coaching ($325/hr to $525/hr)
- Business Support Services ($300/hr)
- 3-6 month packages (4-figure range)
- 6-12 month packages (5-figure range)
Integral Coaching
As a certified Integral Coach®, I have undergone extensive training to help you unfold your purpose, particularly in those cases where you may feel lost, trapped in a pattern, or unsure of where to go next. This offering is also perfect for you if you're struggling with communication and relationships, self-realization, or self-actualization.My approach is uniquely effective because it synthesizes multiple systems without diluting the integrity of any of them, helping you find the specific answers and keys to your problem and move forward in your life and aspirations.Take advantage of this offer while it's still new and among the best value in the market. My experience running a business for more than 4 years with limited resources and capital has taught me to be highly creative and ethical while living a healthier and more integrated life. My process is empowering and clarifying and I help founders make powerful shifts in mindset and execution abilities.- Individual Hourly Coaching ($325/hr)
- 3-6 month packages (4-figure range)
- 6-12 month packages (5-figure range)
Admissions coaching
I take an integral human development approach to my consulting. My primary focus is helping students write the personal statement and supplemental essays for schools of all levels of difficulty; my next focus is helping my students choose the right activities and programs that will help take them toward their desired futures.My students have received admission to Harvard, Stanford, Yale, Brown, Penn, Georgetown, Hopkins, Northwestern, Duke, CMU, Emory, and more. My practice not only puts students in their most desirable position but also helps them work towards their wholeness. Learn more by exploring my services and testimonials.
- Hourly Consultations (starting at $220/hr)
- Project Based Support (by request, as available)
- Comprehensive Package (limited spots available)
Astrology, HD, Gene Keys
Want to understand yourself more deeply, manifest your life's purpose, or get out of a pattern or rut? In this personalized consultation, I'll show you how to work through your challenges and unlock your life's highest purpose. Also, leave a testimonial or refer a friend within 7 days and get $50 off your next consult within 6 months.- Individual Hourly Consultations ($275/hr)
- AstroHD Chart Rectification ($225/hr)
- Purpose Finder (3 sessions: $997)
- Mentoring (by application only)
Leadership Coaching
I help leaders become powerful, authentic, and whole. My focus on integral development allows you to move effectively and authentically through the world. I bring over a decade in the human sciences and a long-term coach to CEOs to help you level up your life, reach your powerful goals, develop meaningful relationships, and awaken to your unique genius and contribution. My proprietary, multi-layered approach helps you cultivate and actualize a genuine understanding of yourself and others, managing relationships and navigating our changing world with a level of awareness that propels you toward a radiant and meaningful future.I have helped leaders in higher education and nonprofits improve their leadership capabilities and consistently receive promotions or other forms of recognition or performance improvements—see examples below. Beyond these, I have also guided CEOs and Presidents through organizational change, mergers and acquisitions, and multiple individual and team management scenarios in long-term coaching engagements.
Experience, Education & Certifications• BA in Cultural Anthropology and Political Science, Duke University with a focus on human behavior
• Emotional Neuroscience training from Stanford
• Integral Coach®, Adjunct Faculty and Certification Panelist, New Ventures West (ICF L2 Program)
• ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC 320+ hours)
• MBA Candidate, Finance and Healthcare Focus
• Multiple education innovation awards; recognized by Melinda Gates and a NYT Bestselling Author
Companies & Industries Represented
Finance (Fortune 100), Higher Ed, NonprofitsTitles
President, Senior VP, Executive Director, Director, Associate Director, General CoordinatorChallenges
Organizational Change, Reputation, Leadership Integrity, Social Justice and Inclusion, Conflict, Burnout, Prioritization and Delegation, Executive Communication, Complex Decision Making, M&A
“Rayner had wonderful energy and was very present—so present that after talking for twenty minutes, I felt like he really knew me. He would reflect in the moment with such command, and the plan, the archetypes, and the way the practices were brought into my life were so good. He was incredible, masterful, and intuitive to the point of having a sixth sense. I am an intuitive myself and even I was impressed.” — Anon, Fortune 100 SVP
"Forever grateful to my coach"
"It was all worth it"
"Powerful intuition"
What Clients Are Saying
Rev. Dikiea Elery, Senior Pastor, East Second Street Christian Church, Associate Director, Capital UniversityResults: Became the first female lead pastor of a historic 172-year-old church
“Before I began my work with Rayner, I felt overwhelmed and powerless to affect change in my professional setting. After the initial meeting, I was still skeptical, but I had a co-worker who recommended that I try it out. I’m so happy I did. One of the things that surprised me, and an unexpected benefit, was Rayner’s ability to meet me where I was in terms of my faith and spirituality, and his ability to challenge my responses gently and effectively to empower me in healthy communication. My life has changed. I feel more capable of expressing myself to others. I feel more in tune with my identity and how my stressors affect my body. I have learned how to feel into the space and control what I take in and how. I would recommend this service because it is life-changing in opening a person up to the fullness of who they are.”
Drew Tucker, Executive Director, Hopewood Outdoors, Former Campus Pastor and Director of Center for Faith & Learning, Capital UniversityResults: Improved trust, increased authenticity in the workplace, and internal and external opportunities
“Rayner provides powerful intuition and compassionate commitment. His spiritual wisdom incorporates multiple perspectives from across the globe, with modalities tailored to my specific situation. What exceeded my expectations was the deeply spiritual nature of Rayner’s leadership. He incorporates the best aspects of executive coaching and spiritual companionship, faithfully fusing what some might see as oppositional approaches to support. Perhaps most importantly, those I work with have noticed a difference, with increased invitations to serve as a mentor in their lives and as a leader in their work.”
Dra. Rocío Palacios, Executive Director, The Andean Cat AllianceResults: Promoted from General Coordinator to Executive Director + substantial improvements in general work-life integration and well-being"Thanks for your courage to work with me. You helped me became a better version of myself. Forever grateful."
“At the beginning of the process, I was in a bad place. It was hard for me to create priority schemes between all the aspects of my life, and I was very oblivious to my own well-being. I was overwhelmed and stressed, and it was almost impossible for me to start solving any of the diverse aspects of my life. The state of mind that I was in was created after several years of neglecting myself and my priorities. It led me to consider ending my life, being that the wake-up call that I needed to start looking for help. I started therapy, but it was not enough. I still had a really hard time focusing, finding a balance between work and personal life, and generally felt like I was just surviving. After having a talk with a friend, he suggested that I try coaching as an additional tool for the healing process.To be honest, I had no idea what to expect before I started working with my coach. Because of the place I was at emotionally, I felt I was loading him with way too much information and issues, some of them that run too deep to be solved by coaching. I’m glad we decided to work together because the coaching journey was a life-changing experience, and it provided so much more than imagined.Rayner is a generous sensible person, and he gives himself completely during coaching. He was quite attentive to my state of mind, which was very useful during our first sessions, helping me always find a way to connect and be present. He was also sensible and adaptable and helped me find tools that improve focus and organizational capacity, even when things are hectic. Our conversations were deep and meaningful, and his energy, even when through a screen and more than 10,000 miles away, was always calm and positive. I am absolutely in admiration of the way he works. Whenever I was expressing some particularly difficult situation, he would close his eyes and connect with his feelings and knowledge. When he opened them again, he would have the precise word or the most effective recommendation. It was a fantastic learning experience for me, and I still implement those “forced pauses” in my everyday life, combining them with the tools that were effective during our coaching.I am not the same person that started this journey. I’m more relaxed in my interactions, focused and secure in my work, and a lot kinder to myself. I enjoy life more, can make better decisions at work, and also learned to accept myself in ways that I never even thought to in all the years of life. I have learned to identify some important indicators that appear when I’m starting to get overwhelmed, so I can stop, re-focus, and find a healthy way to face the multiplicity of challenges we all face in our daily lives. These tools and this way of perceiving life will have long-lasting effects on my person. They feel like the emotional equivalent of a safety rope. Even when things get complicated and overwhelming, I now have this safe rope to hang on to. This rope keeps me connected to a safe mental place where I can take care of myself to be able to support others while making this world a better place.I would, without a doubt, recommend this coaching process to anyone that is working on healing themselves, rediscovering life, and readjusting priorities. If you are working on finding ways to be more efficient and capable of handling multiple unexpected responsibilities in an orderly, healthy, and meaningful way this is also good for you. With a relatively short investment of time, you can see results quite fast, and it truly is a game-changer. As one of the most significant outcomes of this process, I’m forever grateful to my coach for bringing daily joy back to my life. Thanks from the bottom of my heart.”
Integral Coaching Testimonials
Chris Hutton (he/they), Principal Performer, Disney Asia Concerts; Songwriter & Artist Developer
“When I started working with Rayner, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect. Throughout our sessions, he demonstrated tremendous sensitivity and intuitive knowledge. I was able to process and understand things about myself that I had never been able to access before. Because of the judgment-free space that he created during our conversations, I walked away feeling better equipped to navigate the world and work towards the objectives we had set together.Something particularly enjoyable and helpful was Rayner’s focus on narratives. We created archetypes for the narrative I wanted to leave behind me and the narrative towards which I wanted to work. This elevated the conversations about self-work and self-care beyond typical jargon and coping mechanisms and gave me something to visualize that felt personal and unique. We picked the image of a sun rising in the sky as the core narrative for our work together, and as we progressed through the program, I was able to see changes in my thought patterns and better embody the care and radiance within that core narrative.Another aspect of working with Rayner that I noticed benefits from almost immediately was his guided meditation and sitting meditation practices. I hadn’t done meditation or breathwork before and had many misconceptions about what was involved. Still, I had several breakthroughs under Rayner’s coaching getting in touch with my body. I’ve never understood what people meant by “feeling emotions in your body” until I started sitting. I discovered points of tension and held trauma that I was finally able to access and begin to process.Overall, I have a deeper understanding of my wounds, power, and direction because of working with Rayner over the last six months. In ten weeks, I’d done more processing and maybe healing than therapy did in a year and highly recommend his coaching for anyone seeking to break old patterns and gain actionable self-knowledge and understanding.”
Founder Testimonials
Graham Chapman (he/him), Founder & CEO, VibeShare; former Senior Product Manager at Headspace, Cornell Alum
"I came to Rayner because a part of me knew the massive personal changes he would help me initiate, but I couldn't have predicted how impactful his program would actually be. Sometimes you just don't know what you don't know, and he has a special ability to guide you in coming up with your own transformations.So far, I've come to connect with and understand who I truly am and how that relates to the work I am setting out to do founding a company. His guidance has given me the self confidence to pursue my dreams while feeling grounded and embodied. I feel less stressed by my work and am able to handle big decisions with ease.I would highly recommend Rayner and his coaching programs. He is empathetic, understanding, motivating, concise, and effective. We haven't even finished our Find Your Frequency program and I've already committed to extending our partnership. I wouldn't be where I am today without him, and I know I can't get to where I need to go without him."
Joe Bangali (he/him), Founder, Smart Tech Hire, MBA, Jack Welch Management Institute
"Rayner is heaven-sent. I was looking for someone to help me create the positioning and messaging for my new venture, and got so much more. Rayner’s copywriting and business coaching have been invaluable. He has helped me make my business distinctive and reflective of my values, and his friendly demeanor, professionalism, energy, and enthusiasm for what he does and for helping people are refreshing. I highly recommend Rayner to anyone looking to take their marketing or entrepreneurship to the next level. I'm glad I met him, and will continue to work with him to grow my business and grow myself."
Additional Testimonials
"In the beginning, we were focused on the retail mission of the company. However, we realized from our conversation that there was a deeper question. Rayner asked us extremely precise and challenging questions. He dug deep to find the source of what our company was really about. It cleared my head and opened my eyes to how profoundly I wish to create my workspace. He helped clear my thoughts and get me to a point and a goal. It was a pleasure.” — Lira Kim, Founder
“Rayner was phenomenal. He asked questions that we never thought to ask ourselves and I loved how he was able to bring focus and clarity to all the ideas and concepts presented to him. Rayner has a way of making people comfortable without being afraid of challenging people, which allowed us to explore deeper what it was that we wanted. He never pushed ideas or words onto us and gave us a clear idea, almost a template, of what it is we must start asking ourselves to build our company." — Sunju Han, Founder
Admissions Advising & Coaching
How does a student with a 3.5 GPA make it to the top of the waitlist of a #1 program while those with higher GPAs were rejected? How does a student rejected from Yale REA receive multiple offers from top schools in the RD round and receive personal notes from Penn and Johns Hopkins admissions officers? How do other students get into multiple Ivy Leagues and have them offer to fly them to visit campus? They trust me to help them tell their stories.I believe every student deserves to realize their potential, and I help students get an edge in college admissions, college essays (Common App and supplementals), and career navigation while finding a sense of peace and joy. With 10+ years of experience in education, including time in one of the Bay Area's premier consultancies, my students achieve outstanding results and my knowledge, skills, and abilities make me one of the most sought after counselors on the market.Having trained with admissions directors from Stanford and worked directly with admissions officers from Columbia, Duke, UVA, and UMD, I have strong insights into how admissions decisions are made. I am a Certified Integral Coach®, which means I am trained to work with you in an ethical and empowering way. Besides knowing the admissions process, I have coached directors and Presidents in higher education, which gives me further insight into colleges' priorities.My writing has also been widely recognized. The Duke English Director of Undergraduate Studies called my work "an academic achievement," and distinguished Harvard professors have placed my writing in the Top 4%. I have also been published on the Gates Foundation website and have been mentioned multiple times by a 4x #1 NYT Bestselling Author for my writing and insights into the human condition. I look forward to working together to guide you on your path.
Results
Individual student results: Yale (2), Georgetown, Johns Hopkins, Northwestern (2), Penn (2), Brown, Cornell, Duke, CMU, Emory, University of Washington, New York University, Kelley School of Business, UNC, Penn State College of Business, NJIT Honors, UT Austin. All results are for the Class of 2024 and 2025, and there may be additional results not reported here.Shared case results: Stanford, Harvard, Princeton, UChicago, Duke, Dartmouth, Northwestern, UC Berkeley, UCLA, MIT, and Rice. In each of these cases, I played a primary role in shaping the student's activities, awards, and resumes. Please note that results can be based on many factors including the student's background, academic strength, and access to resources.Notable achievements: Student with 3.5 GPA and minimal activities and awards gets on priority waitlist at Carnegie Mellon for a #1 program. Student gets flown to a Top 3 school after receiving admission to multiple schools. Student receives direct messages from Penn and Johns Hopkins admissions officers for their essay.Personal results in the admissions process: Merit scholarships to UCLA, Northeastern, and Johns Hopkins University, admissions to all UCs, and admission to Duke University RD despite an extremely late start in the application process. Double winner of graduate fellowships and 100% acceptance rate in graduate admissions from L1 research universities.
Testimonials
“I was accepted to Johns Hopkins and Penn, with my admissions officers even complimenting my essays. Rayner truly is a wizard, and I highly recommend him.” — JJ, Accepted to Johns Hopkins, University of Pennsylvania“We are in shock because he has gotten accepted into Yale, Brown, Penn and Carnegie Mellon. He is leaning towards [school] and they are sponsoring him to fly there and visit the campus this month! The financial aid they are offering our family is life changing as well.” — Parent, Class of 2024, Student Accepted to Yale, Brown, Penn, CMU“Rayner helped us immensely with the personal statement of a university application. Honestly, had we not found Rayner, I think my son would have delayed applying full stop. Rayner gave us hope and helped my son create a piece of work he was truly proud of! Could not recommend him more.” — Barbara, Parent, Class of 2023
Services
Flexible Consultations
I provide hourly consultations to students of all high school grade levels. We’ll review your transcripts and extracurricular activities, but more importantly, we will help you align your values and actions. For high school students, consultations are recommended once every 6-12 months between 9th and 11th grades to stay adaptable and fresh, but they can be scheduled as often as needed and available, particularly in the critical junior and senior years leading up to the admissions process. For prospective graduate applicants, consultations can be scheduled as needed whenever space is available.Initial, Semesterly, and Annual Consultations ($275/hr)
Recurring Consultations and Sessions, as available ($220/hr)
Project Based Services
Project based services are available for families looking for help with one particular component of the process. The primary service I provide is assembling college lists and major and program recommendations. This helps families trust that they are making the best decisions in their process, get tailored and expert recommendations on where to apply to reach their goals, and information that is not easily discoverable through most sources without an extensive amount of work.College List and Decision Strategy (starting at $1,800)
Asynchronous Essay Editing & Feedback (selective)
Comprehensive Package
I work with a limited number of students each year for the entirety of the college application process. This package doesn't just include all applications and essays for up to 12 colleges and universities. It also includes timeline, planning, scholarship advice and recommendations, comprehensive program research and recommendation, and more.Comprehensive Package (starting at $18,500)
Flexible Admissions Consults
Flexible consultations allow students and families to seek guidance through a student's time in school and to get support with the admissions and application process as often as sessions are available. These sessions tend to be targeted toward certain areas of the process and allow you to experience our services without enormous upfront commitments.
Capabilities
| Category | Description | Notes | Grades |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academics and Extracurriculars | After reviewing your transcripts and extracurricular activities, we’ll recommend courses, exams, and extracurricular activities for your student to consider based on their college and emerging career goals. | Sometimes, asynchronous collaboration works best. Start by booking a live consultation, and I will refer you to project-based services as needed. | 9-12 |
| College List + Strategy | With the vast number of options, where do you begin? We help you build a list of reach, safety, and target schools and create timelines and strategies to successfully navigate the process. We also bring our in-depth knowledge on multiple institutions. | I can only partially address college lists during flexible consults. For many families, the depth of investigation needed requires project-based work or the comprehensive package. | 11-12, Grad |
| College Essays + Supplementals | Effective personal statements require depth and self-awareness. We’ll help you begin to ask who you are, reflect on key takeaways, and provide direction both for essays and supplemental essays. | Essays consultations can always be done in a flexible format as long as space is available. | 12, Grad |
| Application Strategy | I can help you work through multiple aspects of your application strategy, from securing strong letters of recommendation to the angle and approach you want to take to how you present yourself in the application. | I can also help you with deferral and waitlist challenges, probability assessments, and workload reduction strategies. | 12, Grad |
| Interview Preparation | Interviews show a lot about who you are and can be stressful! We’ll help you figure out which interviews to take and put your best self forward with alums through practice and conversation. | As an ICF-certified professional coach with a strong track record in teaching communication, I bring unique insights in this area. | 12, Grad |
How to schedule
Scheduling a flexible advising session is simple.1) If you're a first-time client, fill out the form below to get started.
2) I will review the information you submitted and get back to you.
3) Schedule for any available time on my calendar, which I will send.
4) Secure your appointment by submitting payment. All payments get receipts.If you would like a 15-minute phone consultation, you can request one below. Please note that I will not give advice or feedback in these conversations. These conversations are intended to help me learn more about you, share more about my approach, and answer any questions you may have. To maintain the integrity of my practice, prospective clients who abuse the system or use the services toward unjust ends will prohibited from accessing future services.Ready? Fill out the form below to get started.
Project Based Services
Project-based services allow you to success support in one part of the application process without needing to use your student's time or take on unnecessary steps. This is for families who have confidence in other areas of the application process, but seek help with specific components of the overall process.
The College List
Which colleges should I apply to? Why choose me to build a college list: strategy, groundedness, valuable knowledge of schools, and strategic guidance. What it includes: a list of 9-12 schools. Pricing: varies by number of schools and by case, but estimates are usually around $2,000 to $4,000 based on the detailed level of work required to create the best path for your student. These usually take hours of research and a full strategy is laid out for you, including major selection, scholarships,and more. If you're interested in this, I recommend considering the comprehensive package.
Essay Feedback & Edits*
After three sessions, you have the ability to unlock asynchronous feedback and edits. Please note that availability is decided on a case-by-case basis, and that I only guarantee asynchronous editing services as part of the comprehensive package. My first priority is teaching students to become capable writers themselves, and this works best in sessions. Moreover, I place a high value on ethical consultation and support, and make decisions based on strong ethical criteria.
Async Advising*
If you're short on time or are simply looking for a second opinion or additional support, you can elect to receive asynchronous advising. This allows you to send questions directly to be answered so you can make better informed decisions in your admissions journey. If you're interested in this option, please let me know and we'll discuss options. Please note that this is available for active clients only and does not come with the same guarantees as the package.
The Comprehensive package
For students and families looking for life-changing guidance, a smoother application and advising process, and that little bit of extra service, the comprehensive package is your one-stop shop for confidence, radiance, and peace of mind.
Exclusive benefits
| Benefits | Description |
|---|---|
| Comprehensive Profile Advising | I go far beyond advising on SAT/ACT scores, AP/IB scores, or classroom grades. Flexible consulting sessions won't be able to go to the level of depth that I can provide in the comprehensive package. As I get to know your student, I am able to encourage them to pursue bolder projects that are aligned with their highest nature and brightest future. |
| Major and Program Selection | I assess your strengths, analyze institutional demands, and help you choose academic programs that match your profile to help you get admission into outstanding places. Many students and families may not fully understand where the various choices of major, program, and school may take you, and I help to clarify and optimize these decisions. |
| The College List | Developing an effective college list is no easy feat. Using my broad institutional knowledge and depth of analysis, I help your student develop a carefully curated list of 8-12 colleges and universities with their long-term success in mind. Having developed dozens of college lists for students, I have a keen sense of what fits a student's ambitions while balancing factors such as cost, opportunity, probability of admission, and much more. |
| The College Essay | I know firsthand how difficult it can be to write the correct Common App essay, much less stand out in the supplemental essays. My students make tremendous efficiency and efficacy gains by working with me, reversing the common mistakes they run into going around the college counseling block. Multiple students have informed me that working together for just a few sessions has resolved problems that they had for months in other advising settings because other advising settings don't honor the student's authenticity. |
| Supplemental Essays | Understanding how to address each college and align with their institutional priorities is a challenge for many students and families. I will guide you to both understand how your student aligns with each of the colleges they're applying to and help them craft optimal responses. In doing so, they will learn critical life skills that apply to scholarship, internship, job applications, and much more to lay a foundation for their future success. |
| Critical Documents | I help your student prepare and develop some of the most critical documents in the college application process, including letters of recommendation, parent brag sheets, additional letters of recommendation, and student resumes. For some students, portfolios and arts and research supplements also factor into their application. |
| Up to 12 College Applications | One of the biggest challenges that students and families have is balancing quality and quantity. I will help you alleviate that trade-off by strategically guiding you through the entire process and optimizing your selections and workload for the best results. I am able to work with students on as little as six applications and as many as twelve. |
| Planning and Deadline Tracking | Managing each aspect of every school can be a huge hassle and highly stressful. I help you manage the various components of the process by setting helpful due dates, providing reminders, and helping ensure your student makes progress. This is the only service where this aspect of the application process is addressed, and we will help send reminders and keep your student on track so you can focus on the more enjoyable parts! |
| Interview Preparation | Interviews make students and parents nervous. As a professional coach of many years with a focus in executive communication, more than a decade in education, and several years in youth empowerment and education, I'll help your student bring their best to the interview and gain invaluable interviewing skills to prepare themselves for the future. |
| Direct Access to Admissions Officers | In our comprehensive package, you have the option to receive the benefit of having former admissions officers from our network at some of the world’s best colleges and best-known companies offer additional insight on your application before submission. |
Why Comprehensive?
| Benefits | Description |
|---|---|
| Guaranteed Availability | Families and students requesting flexible sessions often find that there’s little to no space for individualized attention and support, particularly if they’ve waited until the second half of the year or waited to the last minute to develop, finalize, and submit their applications. The comprehensive package ensures you are first priority and have guaranteed availability. |
| Thorough and Tailored Advising | Flexible consultations are outstanding, but they are compact. The most successful students often have thorough guidance on every step of the process, including which programs to apply for, how to write a meaningful narrative and more. We make this a simple process so that you don't have to manually engineer every step to guide your student to success. |
| Offline and Asynchronous Access | Scheduling can be a challenge, and it’s not always possible to take time out of a busy schedule to have meetings. We offer committed time to help you address questions about various aspects of the application process in an asynchronous format. |
| Deeper, Holistic Guidance | This is much more than an application process. It’s a time where students are taking critical steps toward their maturation and flourishing. With the comprehensive package, your student receives deeper levels of coaching and guidance that ensure their long-term growth and success. It is an educational experience in itself, and our previous clients attest to greater self-awareness, accountability, and dramatically improved writing abilities. |
| Bonus Research and Resources | Flexible consultations are outstanding, but they are compact. The most successful students often have thorough guidance on every step of the process, including which programs to apply for, how to write a meaningful narrative, and more. We make this a simple process and when you enroll in the comprehensive package, we also send you additional resources, such as scholarship opportunities, future programs, and more at no cost to you. |
Package Application Process
I take a limited number of students each year for focused college guidance and mentorship. All applications for the comprehensive package start with a regular advising and counseling session under the flexible consultation structure. It’s an opportunity for you to see if this is right for you before making a commitment, and for me to get a sense of what it’s like working together. I usually require 2-3 hours of consulting time with a student before I am able to decide.When you schedule your first appointment, make sure to let me know you’re interested in exploring the comprehensive package, and we can make an additional 10-15 minutes at the end of our session to discuss at no cost to you.
FAQs
Q: What is the cost of this service and what does it include?
A: This service includes guidance and support on all aspects of the application process, including profile development, application strategy and tracking, guidance and counseling at all touchpoints of the process, application and essay development. Cost is in the 5-figure range, ranging from $18,500 to $25,000. Please inquire for further details.Q: Why should I consider the comprehensive package?
A: Shallower and partial guidance rarely yield the best results. For students and families seeking a far higher quality of support and guidance, this is the best investment that comes with the greatest level of peace of mind.Q: Do you advise on scholarships?
A: I can give general scholarship recommendations, but I don't advise on scholarship processes outside of those connected to the college application itself.Q: Do you advise on financial aid?
A: While I can point to some basic resources, I do not offer advising in financial aid.Q: What is the first step to the comprehensive package?
A: Schedule a flexible session so we can ensure a good fit!
Contact Us
Admissions Testimonials
Student Testimonials
Amazing and efficient: “When I first met Rayner, I was in a college essay crisis. I was completely lost on how to fix my essay, and deadlines were approaching in less than two weeks. Over my lessons with Rayner, he was able to quickly catch onto what message I was attempting to deliver. Then, he masterfully revised, edited, and helped me portray my message clearly yet beautifully, resulting in a truly wonderful essay. I was accepted to Johns Hopkins and Penn, with my admissions officers even complimenting my essays. Rayner truly is a wizard, and I highly recommend him.” — JaeJun, Admitted to Penn + JHU
Reliable and Understanding: "Rayner helped me greatly to elevate my college essays to the next level. As someone who struggled to find their own voice in the myriad of college essays, Rayner helped me to bring out my true self and passions in my writing. Rayner's patience and ability to design efficient roadmaps helped me stay afloat during this process. With his help, I got into Cornell! I would love to recommend Rayner to anyone looking for a reliable and understanding college counselor who truly seeks to help you express your story." — Sean, Admitted ED to Cornell
Clear and constructive: "Rayner and I had three sessions where we worked on my personal statement for colleges. Over the course of our sessions, Rayner helped me draft ideas and explore different options for writing the essay. He was very helpful in getting my ideas into words and sentences that sounded both engaging and concise. Rayner was very attentive in listening to what I had to say, and he had helpful constructive feedback that guided the essay in the right direction. Overall, Rayner is a great tutor and person to ask for help for writing advice, and he can quickly implement ideas." — Johnston
Knowledgable and understanding: "Rayner gave me useful insight on how I could improve my personal statement, he was clear in his explanations, and considerate of all aspects of my application. He assisted me in understanding the centralized theme of my application and ways in which I can further emphasize it." — Ariana, Admitted to UT Austin, UW Seattle
Confident and engaging: Rayner is always extremely engaged and very cooperative. Bringing in thoughtful ideas and always trying to provide as much knowledge as he can to the table. Every question I had he always answered to the best of his ability and when coming to the work he always gave great advice. I always look forward to working with Rayner as he is always trying to help in any way he can!" — Engineering Student, Admitted 2x Early Action
Helpful and inspiring: “I had an alumni interview prep with Rayner. It is super helpful for me to learn about the process of/how to prepare for my alumni interview. Beyond that, I learned a lot more about Duke and it is wonderful to talk with Rayner as an individual.” — Yuchen, Admitted to Duke University
Parent Testimonials
Life changing: "Rayner! We are in shock because he has gotten accepted into Yale, Brown, Penn and Carnegie Mellon. He was waitlisted for Cornell, Northwestern, and Columbia. He is leaning towards [school] and they are sponsoring him to fly there and visit campus this month! The financial aid they are offering our family is life changing as well.” — Parent
Incredibly helpful: “Rayner helped us immensely with the Personal Statement of a university application. He made himself available on multiple occasions as he knew we were marching against a very tight timeline. Most importantly, Rayner was such a pleasure to work with. He got to know my son, asking him very thoughtful questions, spending time understanding what he was trying to convey in his writing. My son was really stuck and so frustrated and finding Rayner was the best gift! We really appreciated his patience, his sound advice and his superb guidance. Honestly, had we not found Rayner, I think my son would have delayed applying full stop. Rayner gave us hope and helped my son create a piece of work he was truly proud of! Could not recommend him more.” — Barbara, Parent
Excellent values: "Rayner delivered knowledge and expertise on application strategy, planning, organizing, research, and essays. As a result, my son not only got accepted by the colleges he applied for but also learned how to write effective essays and now enjoys writing. We're lucky to know Rayner; without his consults, my son would not be at a college he likes. Thanks so much, Rayner, for your help! You have excellent services and values.” — Parent, Class of 2024 and 2025
Incredible essays: “Rayner, this essay is beyond gorgeous. I truly can’t thank you enough for knowing what to pull out of her.” (Student spent the summer with another counselor. With me, student finished the essay in 2-3 weeks.)
Colleague Reviews
Uncommonly creative: "I was lucky enough to work with Rayner in an educational capacity. He has outstanding marketing and communication skills. His eye for detail, research acumen, follow-through, technical savvy, and his ability to analyze and strategize in order to meet deadlines is exceptional. More importantly, Rayner is highly ethical and refreshingly honest. In my 30+ years of professional content development, he stands out as an uncommonly creative entrepreneur."
Astrology, Human Design, and Gene Keys
My Background in Astrology
As an astrologer, I have a gift not only for finding those unusual details that help your life click into place, but I also have what is known in Human Design as quad right architecture and integration: my perceptiveness and empowerment drive change faster than most can find on their own, sometimes in decades or lifetimes.Professional credentials: I was a NORWAC Diversity Scholarship recipient and a recipient of the AFAN Professional Development Award. I have spoken at Duke, NYU, and Harvard on astrology and spirituality. My work on Eris has been featured in The Evolving Astrologer and Marianne Williamson’s TRANSFORM, and I have also spoken at Harvard Divinity School, the Organization for Professional Astrology, and the Queer Astrology Conference.
Why Schedule a Session
Gain greater awareness and agency over your situation.
Get a higher resolution on your lived reality and destiny.
Break free from illusions, delusions, and stuck patterns.
Capabilities & Applications
➤ Life Purpose, Career, and Vocation
➤ Complex Personal Challenges
➤ Timing, Context, and Reason
➤ Holistic Psychological Integration
How Sessions Work
Sessions are $275/hr and you can book in 1-hour increments, up to 2 hours at a time.You also have the option to add on insights from Human Design and the Gene Keys for the option to look at additional systems and their intersection with your birth chart for a more deeply integrated view on your life's direction. Think of this as an even higher-resolution way to embody your truest self and discover pathways into deeper unfoldment.
What Clients Are Saying
“I was feeling very uncertain about where my career was heading and whether it was aligned with my purpose. Rayner gave me a detailed reading about the next 1-3 years and affirmed I was heading in the right direction. I felt more confident as a result, and now I don’t spend my energy worrying about the future. Rayner was a great listener and an excellent astrologer!” — Big 4 Executive
“I appreciated how Rayner explained Ceres’ meaning through her Greek myth. His insight and synthesis from the chart brought me an understanding of myself that I could not have ascertained.” — NIH Researcher
“Rayner blew me away with the amount of research, analysis, intuition, and thorough interpretation he gave me. He was focused on helping me understand the charts, showing me as he explained, and integrating each into a very specific yet cohesive story. Do yourself a favor and discover more about how you can manifest your life's purpose by consulting with him ASAP.” — Counselor
Generate a Birth Chart
Your birth chart is a snapshot of the sky the moment you were born. It's an "imprinting" that provides context for your nature, things you might run into in this life (fate), and the destiny and glory that you bring into this life.Want to play with your own birth chart and generate others? You can use the link below to sign up with our partner, LUNA, one of the most accessible astrology software programs. You'll level up your learning while supporting our ability to bring wisdom to others.
Working Across Worldviews
The COVID Kanban is a strategic dashboard that helps us have a real-time sense of the progress the world is making on COVID and related issues. From stopping the transmission of the virus to educating people on how it works, to funding for and democratization of treatments, this is a dashboard (both public and subscriber-only) that provides greater strategic vision and direction for bringing an end to the cataclysm of the COVID pandemic and helping us move forward boldly.
Media
Substack
New Paradigm Knowledge is where the majority of my writing is located. It's the ultimate hub for accessing my content, including various places I've appeared and subscriber-only content on healing, transformation, business, innovation, sustainability, politics, and more. Subscribe free to get all updates and consider becoming a paid subscriber to unlock exclusive content and support the work.
PODCAST
The New Paradigm Leadership Podcast is also hosted on Substack, with premium episodes available to paid subscribers. My episodes focus on critical shifts that can help you or your organization adapt to the challenges of the present and the coming world.
Fun Facts & Photos
![I am a student of aikido and many holistic practices. My dream is to become a 4th Dan Aikido black belt, which will take a lot of reform in our culture and society and a lot of healing for me personally [2022].](assets/images/gallery01/3058176e_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
![Holding a book from my colleague Steve McIntosh. I believe our politics and social organization are a direct result of our inner states, and I'm dedicated to helping humanity attune to its true nature [2022].](assets/images/gallery01/0dec765f_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
![Hanging out with one of my best friends. As a disabled person, I am dedicated to normalizing mask-wearing and preventing the spread of SARS-CoV-2 and other airborne pathogens [2022].](assets/images/gallery01/91db9f96_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
![I lived and worked in Europe briefly, and learned so much during my time there. Here's me standing with a physicist friend in Berlin who was a visiting scholar at my alma mater [2015].](assets/images/gallery01/25818487_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
![I'm often shocked that people don't meditate more regularly. It has incredible benefits both personally and collectively [2021].](assets/images/gallery01/5bc4d9bb_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
![My roots are important to me. I'm from a long lineage of Chinese Daoist thinkers and I believe a true understanding of Daoist philosophy can bring our fragmented world to harmony [2014].](assets/images/gallery01/917f211c_original.jpg?v=d34663c0)
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