Contact Cher Kretz

With over 30 years of experience in education and mental health services, I am passionate about helping others harness the transformative power of hope through solution-focused strategies. My dedication to this work has been shaped by my roles as a college professor and school counselor, where for 21 years, I served students from preschool to high school in Southern California. I take immense pride in being a master coach of solution-focused approaches, empowering mental health professionals to create meaningful, hope-filled change in their communities.

As a TEDx speaker on How to Lead with Hope: Solution-Focused Conversation Navigation, and the author of 30 Days to Higher Hope, available in both English and Spanish, my mission is to make these life-changing practices accessible to as many individuals as possible. I’ve had the honor of sharing my expertise at leading conferences, including the National Counselors Association, the Solution Focused World Conference, Solution Focused Schools Unlimited, the Student Mental Health and Wellness Conference, and the California Association of School Counselors.

Whether presenting as a keynote speaker or leading training sessions, I am driven by the belief that the Science of Hope is a game-changer for mental health professionals and the clients they serve. It’s my greatest passion to guide others in transforming lives with practical, science-backed tools that inspire resilience, growth, and optimism.

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