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Melissa Carvalho, M.A., RYT, is an Organizational Development Leader, Career Coach, and Purpose Strategist based in the Providence/ Greater Boston area. She blends 20+ years of experience in counseling, human resources, recruiting, and organizational development to help individuals and organizations reach their fullest potential.

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As a recruiter, adjunct professor, and organizational development professional, Melissa has reviewed thousands of resumes, interviewed and hired hundreds of candidates, and helped countless individuals navigate meaningful career transitions. Over the past five years, she has also coached over 200 clients through career, leadership, and life purpose transitions, totaling 1,000+ hours of personalized development sessions.

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Her coaching centers on supporting creatives and helping professionals who want meaningful, purpose-aligned careers and lives. Melissa brings a holistic approach informed by psychology, career development, leadership training, and mind-body practices.

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Certifications & Credentials:

• Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling

• Certified Job & Career Development Coach

• Certified Job & Career Transition Coach

• MBTI Certified

• Certified Life Purpose Coach

• Certified Entrepreneurship & Business Coach

• Master Holistic Integrative Life, Career & Performance Coach

• DISC & Trimetrix Certified

• Enneagram Certified

 

Background

Melissa is the Author of the bestselling career development counseling book, Purpose Forward: The Ultimate Career Starter's Guide to Finding a Career (and Life) of Purpose. Find it on Amazon!  Her book is used in college courses and workshops to help students and professionals connect purpose with career direction.

 

A lifelong learner and teacher, she has been a certified group fitness instructor since 2000, a dedicated yoga student since 2001, and a registered yoga teacher since 2010. Her work integrates mind, body, and spirit to help individuals connect with their true selves and cultivate clarity, wellbeing, and confidence.

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Off the mat, Melissa is a devoted wife, mother of two, swing dancer, and lover of all things fitness and nature.

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My Purpose & Philopsopy

I help others awaken to their divine nature by empowering them to manifest their goals through skillful intention and concrete action. I live with strength, grace, integrity, and truth.

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I believe clarity begins with understanding yourself. When you know your strengths, values, and purpose, decisions feel easier and life becomes more aligned. My coaching blends practical guidance with deeper self-discovery so you can move forward with confidence and intention.

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My mission is to support you as you uncover your purpose, trust your intuition, and take aligned steps toward the meaningful life and career you feel called to create.

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