Shelly Randesi

San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Shelly Randesi is a Certified Change & Transition Strategist with over two decades of experience supporting adolescents, emerging adults, and parents through academic, college, career, and life transitions. She draws on her background as an educational therapist, college and career advisor, and mentoring coordinator to help people skillfully move through change in a way that is grounded, purposeful, and true to who they are.

Shelly's work with clients is rooted in the Life Balance framework, mindfulness, and a belief that clarity, self-awareness, and aligned values are the foundation for a meaningful life. Her own experience as a parent has deepened her understanding of what it means to find balance and wholeness through the most demanding seasons of life. Her professional and personal experiences inform the warmth, curiosity, and authenticity she brings to her work.

Fields of Focus

Emerging Adulthood & Young Adult Development (Ages 18–35)

College to Career Transitions/Career Exploration

Early Career Shifts & Professional Redirection

Transitioning into Parenthood & Caregiving

Supporting Families Navigating Neurodiversity or Health Challenges

Credentials

Certified Change & Transition/Life Balance Strategist

M.Ed. Education; Certificate in Educational Therapy

10 years as an Insight Meditation/Dharma practitioner

15 years as a parent

Shelly is thoughtful, insightful and provides avenues of exploration that truly hit the mark. I feel indebted to Shelly for the focused vision she brought to my life. With the tools provided I was able to take the time to narrow down my focus and be honest with myself about my path forward. Truly grateful.