Member since September 2024
Dr. Stephanie I. Byerly is a distinguished Neuro-Obstetrical Anesthesiologist who recently transitioned
from a successful academic career as Professor of Anesthesiology and Pain Management to private
practice. She is also a dynamic Certified Life, Women’s Centered, and Trauma Informed Professional
Coach, , and is recognized as an Associate Certified Coach by the International Coaching Federation.
Throughout her career, Dr. Byerly has excelled in leadership, serving in pivotal roles such as Chief of
Staff, Chief of Anesthesiology, Chief of Obstetric Anesthesiology, Director of Resident Recruitment,
Director of the Operating Room, and Chair of the American Society of Anesthesiologists Committee on
Women Anesthesiologists. Her contributions extend beyond clinical excellence—she has authored
numerous publications addressing physician wellness and dismantling gender bias in the workplace.
As the founder of Stephanie I. Byerly, LLC, The UNNUMB Method and The UNNUMB Collective, Dr.
Byerly brings a wealth of expertise in Advanced Feminist and Women-centered Coaching, Life and
Leadership as well as Trauma-Informed Leadership Coaching. Her unique blend of professional
achievements, personal resilience, and extensive training empowers her to guide women in breaking
free from limitations, reclaiming their authentic power, and aligning with their deepest purpose. With
fierce compassion and unwavering commitment, she helps women rise above adversity, embrace their
divine feminine strength, and lead lives of impact and fulfillment with Authenticity and Power.
Dr. Byerly will be a speaker at TEDx Larchmont Village at UCLA, July 26, 2026. Additionally, she is a
keynote speaker, author, and thought leader.
Women breaking through the barriers keeping them stuck, disconnected, lonely, NUMB.
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I love learning and growing. Everyday I learn something new.
After divorcing, I became responsible for my two young daughters. I knew I had to figure out how my lifelong trauma had affected how I was showing up everyday. I began my journey and attended something called Psychodrama. So, can you imagine voluntarily signing up to relive your traumas with a group of people every six weeks? Yeah, I know. One evening at the end of a very challenging day, the facilitator asked my "Stephanie, why did you become and anesthesiologist?" After asking me three times, I finally asked her to tell me because I obviously didn't know. I must say she was a very large and intimidating woman. She said, "Damnit Stephanie, you have lived everyday of your life numb, and what do you do everyday as an anesthesiologist, you make people numb so they don't feel the worst possible things that could be done to them in the operating room."
It was an epiphany. My life flashed before me and I could see myself physically present and mentally numb. This was the beginning of a journey to become UNNUMB.
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My journey to become UNNUMB brought me to coaching. I began my journey to become a coach and received many certifications including life, leadership, Women-Centered, and Trauma Informed Coaching.
I am the Founder of UNNUMB, The UNNUMB Method and The UNNUMB Collective.
After divorcing, I became responsible for my two young daughters. I knew I had to figure out how my lifelong trauma had affected how I was showing up everyday. I began my journey and attended something called Psychodrama. So, can you imagine voluntarily signing up to relive your traumas with a group of people every six weeks? Yeah, I know. One evening at the end of a very challenging day, the facilitator asked my "Stephanie, why did you become and anesthesiologist?" After asking me three times, I finally asked her to tell me because I obviously didn't know. I must say she was a very large and intimidating woman. She said, "Damnit Stephanie, you have lived everyday of your life numb, and what do you do everyday as an anesthesiologist, you make people numb so they don't feel the worst possible things that could be done to them in the operating room."
It was an epiphany. My life flashed before me and I could see myself physically present and mentally numb. This was the beginning of a journey to become UNNUMB.
Same as best story. With addition of..
My journey to become UNNUMB brought me to coaching. I began my journey to become a coach and received many certifications including life, leadership, Women-Centered, and Trauma Informed Coaching.
I am the Founder of UNNUMB, The UNNUMB Method and The UNNUMB Collective.