Thuy Boardman

Thuy Boardman is a licensed psychologist, executive coach, and organizational consultant who brings over two decades of experience at the intersection of leadership, behavioral science, and systems change. She partners with mission-driven leaders and organizations to strengthen resilience, align action with values, and foster thriving teams. Her coaching integrates evidence-based psychology with practical leadership strategies, using targeted assessments to deepen self-awareness, leverage strengths, and lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

Background and Experience

Thuy began her career in the federal healthcare system, where she led large interdisciplinary teams and held key leadership roles, including Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health and Chief of Psychology Services. Her experience navigating complexity and guiding professionals through high-stakes change informs her approach to leadership development today. She has coached healthcare executives, physician and nurse leaders, and senior professionals across multiple sectors, drawing on structured frameworks for resilience, change readiness, and values-based decision-making. Dr. Boardman also serves on the executive board of the Society for Psychologists in Leadership and is an active member of the Society for Consulting Psychology.

Businesses and Engagements

  • Healthcare Services
  • Government

Industry Experience:

  • Government
  • Healthcare Services
  • Information Services

Areas of Specialization

  • Licensed Psychologist: Kansas
    Certifications: Professional Certified Coach,
    International Coaching Federation
    Assessments: Hogan Suite, Everything DiSC: All
    Types

Education and Training

  • Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, University of Kansas
  • M.P.H., University of Kansas Medical Center
  • B.A., Psychology & Social Behavior, University of California Irvine

Coaching Certifications:

  • Associate Certified Coach
  • International Coaching Federation

Qualifications

  • Licensed Psychologist: Kansas
  • Certifications: Professional Certified Coach, International Coaching Federation
  • Assessments: Hogan Suite, Everything DiSC: AllTypes

Books

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Media Resources

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