TRACI HANKS, MS

A Guide to Your Goals

Since 2010, I’ve been successfully coaching students throughout the Northwest, and at a distance, facilitating their self-growth and guiding them towards academic success. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, my services aim to introduce clarity and self-motivation. I also teach techniques to better manage the stress of school and beyond!

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I grew up in Puyallup, Washington, and I attended Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington where I earned a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Philosophy. I continued my education with a Masters of Science in Psychology, and certification in Industrial- Organizational Psychology. I most recently lived in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho where I worked in special education and mental health. I enjoy boating on Lake Coeur D’Alene, rooting for the Gonzaga Basketball team, hiking, cross-country skiing, and yoga.

I worked as an academic coach for the past ten years. In that time I coached college students with a wide range of challenges towards academic success. These challenges have included serious health issues, mental health disorders, and learning disabilities. I also worked with students dealing with general life issues such as cultural dissonance, grief, and the common problems of adjusting to college life. While a student at Gonzaga, I led after-school programs for at-risk youth. I value education, and the idea of life-long learning. 

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