Build the Future You Want
by becoming the person who can create it
Personality Compass Coaching is a high-touch mentorship designed for professionals who are ready to rise above old patterns and align their traits with the roles they want
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Let Your Dreams Dictate the Traits You Develop
Instead of being boxed in by your personality "type"
Maybe you have a new goal in mind, but old emotional habits—self-doubt, anxiety, or second-guessing—make it hard to stay the course
Or you want to connect more authentically with others, but you either stay quiet or fill the air—trying to connect, yet not quite feeling seen
Perhaps you move toward goals with rigid perfectionism that drains your energy — or with a lack of structure that keeps you from making the progress you’re capable of.
Maybe you say yes to keep the peace or stay distant to avoid getting hurt.
This isn’t about becoming a completely different person — it’s about capitalizing on your existing strengths & shifting the patterns that no longer serve you.
No matter where you’re starting, your traits aren’t fixed — they’re flexible.
With the right framework and support, you can evolve them deliberately, creating a life that feels grounded, confident, and aligned with the person you want to become.
That's the shift we make together.
When you join me inside Personality Compass Coaching:
You’ll get direct, personalized guidance from me — a licensed psychologist and global expert in personality change interventions that I now teach worldwide.
You'll experience strategic clarity, insightful feedback, and an actionable roadmap with my 3-step framework tailored specifically to you:
1. Clarify
We start by creating the map. Together, we’ll:
Confront your starting point with honesty and support
Identify your values - what matters most so you have a clear direction to head
Pinpoint personality-based strengths to leverage and growth areas to shift
The Result: A clear, customized path forward instead of a swirl of random wellness hacks the latest influencer is promoting
2. Cultivate
Next, you'll learn the science-backed tools to make it real.
Build quick wins through values-aligned actions that feel both doable and energizing
Challenge self-limiting beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns
Stay present, grounded, & staying the course — without having to become a meditation guru
The Result: You'll suscribe to a new narrative about yourself, choose different actions, and trust the new self you're building.
3. Consolidate
Finally, we weave it all together to create a full life
Career: Show up strategically instead of reactively
Relationships: Set boundaries & deepen connections
Growth: Make space for passions and pursuits you've put on hold
Resilience: Handle setbacks with more ease and less spiral
The Result: Traits that move you steadily toward the life you want
What's Different about
Personality Compass Coaching?
Personalized, High-Touch Mentorship — with Rare Access to a Global Expert
Most coaches give you motivational pep talks or cookie-cutter advice. That’s not what you get here.
I’m not your average coach. I’m a licensed clinical psychologist, treatment developer, and published researcher (x140 peer reviewed articles and 5 books) who runs a clinical trials lab at the University of Kentucky. My methods—tested in rigorous research—have been featured in major media outlets and are taught worldwide. I regularly train therapists and coaches across the globe in the very strategies you’ll master here.
This mentorship is one of the only ways to work with me directly — and I intentionally limit enrollment to just 5 people at a time so you get maximum personalization, direct feedback, and my full attention on your unique goals.
It’s a rare opportunity to experience the same science-backed tools I teach professionals globally — applied to your life, in real time.
A Proven Research-Backed Framework
Most programs are based on “feel-good” routines from one influencer's personal experience.
I’ve spent my career developing the very strategies you’ll use here—tested in clinical trials supported by millions of grant dollars from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). I travel the world over to each other therapists and coaches to provide my proven tools for intentional personality change.
These aren’t hacks or trends. They’re evidence-based methods designed to rewire the habits and beliefs that keep you stuck from reaching your full potential.
Real-World Experience You Can Trust
I’ve lived this. I know what it’s like to feel like career goals and satisfying relationships are just out of reach.
I know what it's like to gradually develop the characteristics I'd need for the life I wanted as a psychologist, researcher, and partner/parent.
I’ve walked that exact path — and I’ve learned how to step outside of the comfort zone of familiar patterns and into a life that actually feels aligned.
That’s why this mentorship exists: to save you from years of trial-and-error, and to show you the science-backed strategies that actually work in real life.
This is for you if...
You feel boxed in by your own personality. You’ve read the types, taken the tests, and know yourself well — but you’re tired of feeling defined by your patterns instead of directing them.
You’re stuck in habits that once worked for you — but now hold you back. Maybe it’s overthinking, people-pleasing, perfectionism, or avoidance. You’re ready for strategies that flip the script.
You’ve introspected, but insight hasn’t led to change. Therapy, books, podcasts — you’ve tried it all, but something still isn’t clicking. You’re ready for a method that connects understanding with measurable growth.
You’re ready to evolve. You know the person you want to become — calmer, more focused, more deeply connected with others — and you’re ready to use science, structure, and support to get there.
What You'll Achieve
✨ Emotional steadiness. Learn to manage stress and strong feelings without losing your footing — so challenges feel like signals, not setbacks.
✨ Clarity and direction. Replace indecision and overwhelming possibilities with confident choices that reflect your real priorities and values.
✨ Healthier relationships. Strengthen your ability to connect authentically, set boundaries gracefully, and communicate with calm confidence.
✨ Sustainable motivation. Build habits that last — not because you force them, but because they fit who you’re becoming.
✨ Aligned Ambition — Lean into the work and opportunities that light you up — without worrying that you're not the type of person who does those things.
✨ A Proven System You Can Rely on for Years to Come — Replace random survival strategies with science-backed tools for change, intention, and alignment who you want to be. As a psychological researcher, I've tested this exact framework in clinical trials so I know they work.
What's included in your Personality Compass Coaching package?
Proven Framework: Clarify. Cultivate. Consolidate.
A research-backed method I personally developed, tested in clinical trials, and now teach worldwide. You won’t find this system in free downloads or books = $4,000
Eight Private Strategy Sessions
One-on-one coaching directly with me to tailor the framework to your exact patterns, goals, and challenges. High-touch support that accelerates your breakthroughs = $4,000
Real-Time Support Between Sessions
Email/text me about workbook exercises, questions, or decisions you’re navigating and get strategic, thoughtful feedback directly from me — so you’re never left guessing = $3,000
Personalized Growth Plan
A clear map of how your traits show up, what drives your patterns, and where your greatest opportunities for growth lie, along with a tailored strategy that aligns your daily behaviors with your values, life context, and aspirational identity = $5,000
Step-by-Step Exercises + Custom Workbook
Science-backed lessons with a customizable workbook that helps you immediately apply the tools to your real life. No fluff, just clarity, structure, and action = $3,000
Your Mentorship Breakdown
This isn’t something you could cobble together with free resources from the internet or a pile of worksheets you’ll never use.
It’s a high-touch, premium mentorship designed to help you quiet the noise, break unhelpful patterns, and create sustainable alignmen.
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Here's everything you receive:
☑️ $4,000 — Dr. Shannon's Clinically-Proven Trait Development Framework
☑️ $4,000 — 8 Private Strategy Sessions
☑️ $3,000 — Real Time Support Between Sessions
☑️ $5,000 — A Personalized Growth Plan Developed for You by Dr. Sauer-Zavala
☑️ $3,000 — Step-by-Step Exercises & Customizable Workbook
TOTAL VALUE = $19,000
Your Investment
Standard: $7500
Now: $4800
or 3 Monthly Payments of $1750
Imagine this: In three months, you'll develop a new normal to optimize how you operate for the rest of your life - definitely the highest ROI you’ll give yourself this year
Is Personality Compass Coaching Right for You?
✔️ Yes, if...
You've built success but you feel like you are the limiting factor in moving to the next level
You’re outwardly capable, but internally you’re navigating stress, self-doubt, or emotional patterns that feel at odds with the life you want.
You want a clear, science-backed system (not vague advice) to shift patterns like overthinking, reactivity, perfectionism, avoidance, or relationship misalignment.
You want high-level mentorship and proven tools that fit into your real life — so the changes actually last.
❌ No, if...
You're not ready to look honestly at your habits and patterns — or you’re unwilling to shift them.
You’re looking for viral tips and tricks — instead of a research-backed framework tested in clinical trials.
You’re not ready to invest time and energy into yourself — even though that’s exactly what would move the needle.
You’re looking for crisis support, emergency intervention, or therapy. Coaching isn’t designed for acute distress or untreated mental health conditions.
Results that Speak Volumes
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is a good fit for the program?
This program is perfect for leaders, aspiring leaders, and professionals who feel stuck in an unhelpful pattern or overwhelmed despite their outward success. People who want to align their lives with their values and let go of the unnecessary habits or traits that no longer serve them. People who are ready to prioritize their well-being and take actionable steps toward a more fulfilling life.
How much time will the program take?
The program is designed to fit into your busy life. Each week, you’ll need about 1–2 to complete workbook exercises and attend your session. This isn’t about adding more to your plate—it’s about making changes to how you operate within your life. Many of my clients are balancing a 9-5 job or other responsibilities (like family and kids), and they love how my structured approach and direct, no-fluff feedback helps them stay focused on what actually brings results.
How do I know it is the right time?
If you’re waiting for the “perfect” time, it’s probably never going to come (life is busy—I get it!). The truth is, there’s no better time to start prioritizing you. This program is about helping you find clarity and purpose even while life is happening. If you’re feeling stuck or overwhelmed, now is exactly the right time.
How do I know this will work for me?
This program is grounded in science-backed strategies I’ve developed and tested as a clinical psychologist and researcher. It’s not a one-size-fits-all approach—it’s tailored to you. Plus, with personalized feedback, you’ll have the support you need to make real, lasting change. However, like most personal growth programs, results are directly related to effort you put in.
Is there a refund policy?
Due to the intimate and high-touch nature of this experience, there are no refunds. I encourage you to schedule a Clarity Call before enrolling.
What if I have more questions?
No problem! Reach out to me directly at [email protected] I’ll be happy to chat and help you decide if this program is the right fit for you. I look forward to hearing from you. Or you can schedule a Clarity Call right here: https://dashboard.personality-compass.com/compassclaritycall
Shannon Sauer-Zavala, PhD, and the programs, courses, coaching, and services offered through Personality Compass (Compass Mental Health, LLC) make no guarantees regarding your personal, professional, or financial outcomes.
By enrolling in or participating in any of our programs, trainings, or mentorships, you acknowledge that we do not promise or guarantee specific results. Any examples, testimonials, or case studies shared on this website or within our programs are provided for illustration only.
Your success depends on many factors — including your individual effort, consistency, life circumstances, and personal choices.
You also acknowledge that no statements made by Dr. Shannon Sauer-Zavala, her team, or representatives should be understood as a guarantee of results. No one is authorized to make such promises on our behalf.
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