Helena Karchere
Inner work for outer impact
I’m a coach, facilitator, and business leader with two decades of experience helping individuals and teams operate with greater clarity, resilience, and effectiveness.
I work with leaders who carry real responsibility—supporting them in navigating pressure, strengthening relationships, and addressing the patterns that affect how they show up at work and at home.
My approach is grounded, candid, and practical. This is a space to step out of your role for a moment—so you can think clearly, talk honestly, and work through what’s actually getting in the way of a truly fulfilling life.
I leverage parts work to help clients explore these patterns in a structured, grounded way. We draw on archetypal frameworks—Sovereign, Warrior, Magician, and Lover—to bring greater joy, power, insight and love into everyday life.
Educational & Professional Background
My academic foundation is in Facilitating Individual and Organizational Transformation, a self-designed BA from the University of Redlands, where I also earned a MBA. I began my career in marketing and events management and then transitioned to corporate talent development. Across non-profit, software and manufacturing companies, I supported employee onboarding, leadership development, technical training and had the opportunity to build and run the Learning Center of Excellence for Ball Corporation.
I currently direct the Bailey Program for Family Enterprise at the University of Denver, where I convene a community of business owners for greater relationship harmony, financial health, governance and social impact. I also serve on the board of Good Business Colorado, for small business owners committed to social equity and sustainability.
Throughout, I have trained and practiced as a coach and facilitator for individuals and groups, incorporating a diverse toolbox…
✔ Certified Shadow Work Coach
✔ EnneaMotion Facilitator (integrating movement & Enneagram)
✔ ICF-Certified Coach & Member of the International Coaching Federation
✔ Graduate Certificate in Alternative Dispute Resolution from the University of Denver
✔ Certified Professional in Talent Development (ATD)
✔ INSIGHTS Discovery Personality System
✔ Crucial Conversations Trainer
Passions and Inspirations
I thrive where spirituality meets the practical—integrating deep inner work with high performance, healthy relationships, and fun celebration. As an Enneagram 8 (Challenger/Leader) I embody feminine and masculine qualities that have me grounded in compassion, strength, and protection for the vulnerable. I’m passionate about civic engagement, sustainable living, multiculturalism, and live music while parenting and collaborating with my husband Mythic Matt Maes on Immersive Art Meditation.
What Clients Say
“Helena is an outstanding coach. Her insight, sensitivity, compassion and skills provide gentle and profound guidance. If you work with her, you won’t be disappointed.“
Andrea Isaacs – creator of EnneaMotion and faculty for the Enneagram Institute
“Helena is a natural at running groups, coaching sessions, and services. She is very insightful and has what it takes to keep groups focused. It was very rewarding to be in a transformational group that she ran and she created a safe environment that promoted growth for all of us.”
Brianna Yakovee
Helena is an excellent coach. The input she has provided has been Awesome. She is very kind, perceptive, sensitive, skillful and professional at all times. I have learned quite a few things about myself. Now with clarity, I am able to move forward with my vision. Helena has helped me find ways to keep me grounded. She has helped me to be accountable and to create realistic goals. In addition, she has helped me to hone in on how I see myself now and in the future.
Valanda Weston
Let's Work Together
If you’re committed to personal growth, authentic leadership, and making a meaningful impact, I invite you to connect with me.
Let’s do the work together.