John Schinnerer
Executive and burnout coach for men in the SF Bay Area and online
| Hourly rate range | $140 to $245 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Executive presence and communicationEmotional intelligenceBurnout and resilienceConflict and difficult conversationsStress and burnoutDating for menCouples and marriage |
| Works with | Men, Executives and Founders and business owners |
| Also coaches | Health coach and Dating coach |
| Based in | Danville, California, United States |
| Sessions | Online and in person |
| Credentials | Ph.D.; UC Berkeley-trained psychologist |
| Practice | Guide to Self |
John Schinnerer is a Ph.D.-trained coach who works with high-achieving men on stress, burnout, anger, and emotional skills. He is based in the SF Bay Area and works with clients worldwide. He hosts The Evolved Caveman podcast, which has over 500,000 downloads. He consulted on Pixar's Inside Out and has coached leaders at Meta, Airbnb, and Wells Fargo. His practice is called Guide to Self.
What John helps with
John works with men who look successful but feel stressed, irritable, or flat. He helps them manage emotions and build stronger relationships at home and at work.
- Anger management and emotional regulation
- Stress and burnout
- Leading with presence instead of control
- Communicating clearly under pressure
- Rebuilding connection and intimacy in a relationship
- Feeling emotions instead of only analyzing them
- Reconnecting with purpose and meaning
Who John works with
John works with capable, driven men who have built a career and a family and still feel stressed, disconnected, or frustrated. Many are high-functioning but cut off from their emotions. Some do well at work but struggle in romantic relationships. They want practical tools and stronger relationships without giving up ambition.
Background and qualifications
John holds a Ph.D. and is a UC Berkeley-trained psychologist. He hosts The Evolved Caveman podcast, which has over 500,000 downloads. He consulted on Pixar's Inside Out. He has coached leaders at Meta, Airbnb, and Wells Fargo. His anger-management course has taught more than 20,000 students. He also cites decades of training with experts in psychology, peak performance, leadership, communication, relationships, and health. He is based in Danville and the SF Bay Area.
John Schinnerer pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one executive coaching
- Online course on anger management, emotional regulation, and resilience
- The Evolved Caveman podcast
John Schinnerer reviews
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He is a psychologist who consulted on Pixar's Inside Out and coaches men on anger, stress, and burnout.
Best for high-achieving men who feel stressed, irritable, or disconnected despite career and family success.
Common questions
How much does John Schinnerer charge?
Coaching with John runs $140 to $245 an hour. Message John from this page for an exact quote.
What does John Schinnerer help with?
John Schinnerer helps with anger management and emotional regulation, stress and burnout, leading with presence instead of control and communicating clearly under pressure.
Does John Schinnerer coach online?
John is based in Danville, California, United States. Sessions are online and in person.
Is John Schinnerer certified?
John Schinnerer lists: Ph.D.; UC Berkeley-trained psychologist.
Does John Schinnerer coach people outside the Bay Area?
Yes. He is based in the SF Bay Area and works with clients worldwide.
Who is John Schinnerer's coaching for?
His coaching is for men who look successful on the outside but feel stressed, disconnected, or frustrated inside.
How do I contact John Schinnerer?
Send John a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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