Courageously Believe in What's Possible
When you know your Why, you don’t just react to circumstances;
You lead with clarity of vision, confidence in your choices, and conviction that inspires others.
The Power of WHY
and a YET Mindset
Why Hire a Certified WHY Coach - From Simon Himself
About Dr. Ashley Thomas
I am a life and leadership coach who works with individuals and organizations to clarify purpose and lead with intention.
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I hold a Ph.D. focused on the transformative power of purpose and am one of only 50 certified WHY Coaches worldwide through Simon Sinek. Because of my research and my high-level skill set of partnering with people to discover their WHY, I was selected by Simon Sinek's team as one of less than 10 people in the world to teach and prepare future certified WHY Coaches. ​
My coaching is built around intentionality, guiding you to explore who you are at your core, what drives you, and how to align your decisions with a deeper sense of meaning.
Whether you are seeking to navigate a life transition, elevate your leadership, or reconnect with your “WHY,” I’m here to walk that journey with you.
This work is more than a profession; it's my calling. It is a privilege to witness people awaken to their potential and create lives and careers with clarity, courage, and conviction.
If you are ready to live and lead with purpose, I would be honored to be your partner in that process.
The Meaning Behind "Elevanna"
The name Elevanna was inspired by my daughter and reflects the heart of what my work is all about. It’s a blend of “elevate," symbolizing the strength, clarity, and beauty found in the mountains and “nirvanna,” representing peace, fulfillment, and alignment.
Together, Elevanna embodies the journey of rising above limitations, discovering purpose, and finding serenity in growth.
At its core, Elevanna is about helping individuals and teams elevate their lives to a higher level of awareness and possibility—where clarity meets confidence and purpose meets peace.
Services
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WHY Discovery &
1:1 Coaching
Through personalized life, career, and academic coaching, I help you align with your purpose, overcome blocks, and move forward with confidence. With a PhD in purpose in life, a background in mental health counseling, and 10+ years in higher education, I bring both insight and strategy to support your next step...wherever you are on your journey.
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Executive/Leadership
Coaching
I support leaders and emerging executives in cultivating authentic leadership, strategic clarity, and purpose-driven impact. Drawing from my background in mental health counseling, higher education leadership, and research on purpose in life, I help you navigate complexity, lead with intention, and grow with integrity—professionally and personally.
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Workshops & Speaking Engagements
I lead engaging, research-based workshops and deliver professional speaking engagements that help individuals and teams lead with authenticity, align with purpose, and thrive. With a background in counseling, higher education, and purpose research, I bring depth, clarity, and actionable insight to every audience.
"Discovering my WHY was truly an epiphany experience that provided me with complete realization and clarity about what drives my very being. Through that discovery, I have gained newfound confidence and motivation, reigniting my passion for life and empowering me to not only reach for but also take on new opportunities that would have seemed improbable me before. By not focusing on and stressing about the "WHAT" and allowing my "WHY" to guide what I do, the exhausting weight self-doubt and anxiety has been lifted, giving me the freedom and inspiration to create my own beauty in the world."