Joanna Kleinman

Joanna Kleinman is a psychotherapist, author, leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Mastering Your MIND Coaching, a company focused on personal and professional growth. As a psychotherapist and coach with more than 30 years of experience, Kleinman trains coaches, therapists, entrepreneurs, and leaders to increase their impact in their respective fields.

Kleinman is known for her work on the distinction between individuals and their inner critic, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness in mental health and leadership development. As the creator of the M.I.N.D Method, she has developed a framework that integrates psychology, neuroscience, metacognition, nervous system regulation, and spiritual insight. This approach guides individuals to move beyond conditioned thinking and align with their authentic selves.

In her book, "Dethroning Your Inner Critic: The Four-Step Journey From Self-Doubt to Self-Empowerment," Kleinman outlines the M.I.N.D Method, combining practical psychology, neuroscience, and intentionality to help readers separate from self-critical thought patterns. Her insights are also shared through her podcast, "Dethroning Your Inner Critic."

Kleinman's work supports high-performing individuals, executives, and leaders in overcoming self-imposed limitations and making values-driven decisions. She has collaborated with organizations such as Microsoft, Nike, Sanofi Healthcare, NFL Films, Nestlé, and Lendlease Australia, applying her approach to leadership and organizational culture.

Following her motivational speaking engagements, Kleinman expanded her practice online, offering virtual coaching and therapy to clients worldwide. As the creator of the M.I.N.D Method Certification Program, she is building a global community of coaches, therapists, and leaders, providing tools for emotional resilience and self-trust. Her work incorporates psychology, neuroscience, NLP, and IFS-informed parts work, and the ICF-accredited certification program offers a structured framework for transformation.

Kleinman has been featured on Good Morning America, The Doctors, Psychology Today, and other major media outlets. Her Inner Critic Assessment has provided insight to thousands, helping individuals identify and address unconscious beliefs that influence their lives.