organizational wellness consulting, Water Shepherd

Water Shepherd

Consultant, CEO, and Human BEING

  • Owner and primary consultant of Third Eye Integration.

    Owner and administrator of The Empower House Residential Treatment and Safe House for Women

    Professor of Communication and Behavioral Health at Arizona State University and Maricopa Community Colleges

    Manager of Urban Wellness (Contract work)

    Owner of Voices Empowered Private Investigation Agency (Focusing on health care and violent crimes)

    National Director of Quality Assurance for Childhelp USA

    Trainer and Investigator for the State of AZ Health Dept (both in the Office of Human Rights and the Division of Licensing)

    Therapist at Chrysalis Shelter for Domestic Violence

  • MA - Communication Studies

    BS - Psychology, Minor Philosophy

    Certificate - Social and Behavioral Science

    Certificate - Neuro-linguistic Programming

    Certificate - Clinical Trauma Professional

    Certificate - Emotional Intelligence

    Certificate - Sound Practitioner

    Certificate - Advanced Yoga Nidra Practitioner

    Certificate - Nada Yoga

    Certificate - Raja Yoga and Meditation

    Initiation - Kriya Yoga

    Certificate - Darkness to Light Sexual Abuse Curriculum

    Certificate - Kids at Hope Education Curriculum

  • Facilitator at the Empower House Community Gathering Space

    Lecturer at various conferences/events/entities on mental health, wellness, personal growth, consciousness, existentialism, spirituality, and child abuse/domestic violence/social issues

    Member of The Women 360

    Chairwoman of the Greater Phx Child Abuse Prevention Council

    Arizona Child Fatality Review Board Member

    Arizona Coalition Against Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Member

    President of the Arizona Association of Licensed Private Investigators

    Founder of the Child and Family Advocacy Leadership Coalition

    Arizona Trauma Network Member

    ACE Consortium Member

    Maricopa County Task Force Against Domestic Violence Member

    Society for Philosophical Inquiry Member

    PEN, American Center Member

    National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Family Member

    National Association of Professional Women Member

    Group Facilitator for Socrates Cafe

WATER SHEPHERD

Hello, I’m Water Shepherd. I’m deeply passionate about helping people and delivering high-quality services. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside skilled, ethical colleagues who are committed to making meaningful differences in our communities. I’m fortunate to have a team of experts with a wealth of knowledge and experience supporting this work.

Through my own journey, I’ve learned how challenging life and work can be. I understand the importance of staying balanced, grounded, and healthy, which are principles I bring to every client, team, and organization I serve.

I am a consultant, counselor, and wellness practitioner, but at my core, I am an advocate for empowering people to be the most authentic versions of themselves while reaching their potential. I train leaders, and guide organizations in developing the programs, policies, and processes that create thriving workplace cultures. One of the most important lessons I’ve learned is how to balance visionary leadership with strategic direction, maintaining high standards of excellence while building successful programs and relationships.

Integrity, ethics, and alignment with an organization’s mission are central to my approach. I have implemented highly effective programs with measurable results, backed by a degree from Arizona State University and more than 30 years of experience. I promise to bring authenticity and dedication to every engagement.

My company has grown from providing services to individuals and private groups to partnering with corporations and healthcare facilities. Today, we offer our services with a focus on human-centered, systems-aware transformation.

I would be honored to work with you to create a thriving workplace culture.