about us
Our Story and Mission
Welcome to Beyond Brilliant: Empowering Growth, Inspiring Change
At Beyond Brilliant, our journey began with a singular mission: to empower individuals of all ages, navigating life's challenges and transforming educational landscapes to foster equitable outcomes. Founded in 2022 by Emily and Gazalle, our program emerged from a shared frustration with the limited resources available to support young people, particularly in the wake of the disruptions caused by COVID school closures.
While Emily, a compassionate school counselor deeply invested in youth, has since pursued other endeavors, her invaluable contributions remain integral to our foundation. Visit our Educator Wellness Tab to explore Emily's ongoing impact within our community.
As we continue to evolve, Beyond Brilliant stands committed to empowering youth and adults alike, fostering resilience through personal and communal connections. Collaborating with communities is at our core, as we collectively strive towards a brighter, more inclusive future.
Our Vision: Empowerment Through Connection and Support
Our mission at Beyond Brilliant extends beyond age boundaries. We're dedicated to empowering individuals through meaningful connections, strength-based approaches, social experiences, and cognitive behavior therapy coaching. We believe in nurturing growth, independence, and self-confidence through tailored, individualized support.
For Youth: Our programs offer a nurturing environment for exploration, growth, and self-discovery. We're committed to unveiling inherent strengths, fostering resilience, and guiding young minds towards their full potential.
For Adults: Embrace a journey of continual growth and personal development. Engage in supportive communities, harness strength-based approaches, and explore cognitive behavior therapy coaching tailored to your needs.
Together, let's create a world where every individual thrives, supported by a network that believes in their inherent strengths and potential.
Join us at Beyond Brilliant as we empower each other and pave the way for a brighter, more resilient future.
Educational and RJ Consultant
My name is Gazalle, pronounced Jaz-al in English and غزل in Farsi. As an Iranian American immigrant, a lot of my life's journey has been about belonging. When I moved to the U.S. at 12 years old, I felt completely lost and out of place, especially at school, despite my love of learning. As a public school educator, my focus has always been to build a classroom community where all my students felt like they belong. With an unwavering passion for empowering students and placing relationships at the forefront, I am dedicated to driving meaningful change in the field of education. Recognizing the pivotal role of a strong community, I firmly believe it serves as the bedrock for any thriving environment. It is this conviction that led me to establish this transformative program, born out of the pressing need to bridge the resource and capacity gaps in our educational institutions and lack recourses available for both youth and adults. I'm thrilled at the opportunity to connect with you on our shared path of growth and development. I hope that we can walk this journey together.
Formal credentials :
· Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Life Coach certified · National Centre for Restorative Justice Co-Facilitator · Master's in Education, Bachelor's in Communication Sciences and Disorders with a minor in Psychology· Endorsed in Literacy, Language Arts and Special Education · Certificated Teacher of K-12 with over 10 years of experience working in Middle school and High School settings· Experience teaching: Special Education (RLC), Literacy Support, TOK for the International Baccalaureate program· Over 15 years of experience working with teens and preteens with a wide range of skills and abilities including ASD, ADD/ADHD, EBD, SLD and Dyslexia, in many different settings· Stanford University's Hollyhock Fellow · Love and Logic Certified · Pongo Poetry trained · Experienced Art Instructor · International Institute of Restorative Practices (IIRP) trained· OSPI NAKIA Academy certified: mentoring and leadership academy by BIPOC for BIPOC educators· OSPI mentoring program and NAKIA Academy completion· School Leadership education and experience.
Life Coach and Program facilitator
Hanna Grove is a CRM-certified life coach who is passionate about empowering clients with the awareness, motivation, and artful skills needed to get un-stuck and live their fullest most authentic lives.
Hanna was born in Desse’ Ethiopia and brings a unique global perspective to her coaching. After tragically losing both of her parents at an early age, Hanna was adopted and raised in Southern California where she attended Hope International College and earned a BA in Intercultural Studies. Hanna garnered valuable experience building relationships while leading teams on international service trips and mentoring youth in the Orange County area.
Hanna has also planned and led international trips to Africa, hosted fund-raising events, and partnered with organizations like World Vision, Blessing the Children, and Action International.
After having their first two children, Hanna and Andy moved to the Philippines and worked on the recovery and restoration of Human Trafficking survivors. Hanna developed curriculum and taught survivors' valuable skills in the arena of trauma, self-care, health and nutrition, and parenting for the International Justice Mission, PTI and Mercy in Action.
Hanna currently lives and works in Washington as a Life Coach and Events Creator for Providence Heights where she coaches and mentors' clients in transition. Hanna conducts group and individual classes with an emphasis on identity work focused on finding and pursuing one’s vision, passion, and purpose. Hanna excels at cultivating fun-growth experiences through food, nature, and intentional community building.
Hanna’s coaching style is joyful, inspirational, and impactful. She works with clients from all walks of life and has specialized experience speaking and working with adoptees and parents raising adopted children in multi-cultural families. Hanna works with young adults and families experience trauma, transition, and difficult challenges.
Hanna lives in Renton with her husband and three children. She enjoys hiking, reading, and drinking coffee with friends.