WHY CHEYA THOUSAND?

Helping you move with intention and build what you’re called to build.

I believe that how we move through the world dictates what we are able to build within it. Whether I am advising an executive through a leadership transition, a family through the purchase of a new home, or an individual back to their own senses, my mission is the same: to be a catalyst for intentional growth.

My journey is rooted in the intersection of wellness, community, and income-generating impact. I don’t see leadership, real estate, and mindfulness as separate silos; I see them as the essential pillars of a life well-lived.

From the Boardroom to the Foundation of Home

With over a decade of corporate experience at global giants like Amazon and Deloitte, I understand the complexities of high-pressure environments. As the founder of CT Wellness Co. and a certified Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Leadership Coach, I’ve dedicated my career to turning EQ into practical tools that strengthen teams, elevate culture, and create sustainable success.

This same strategic rigor and empathy drive my work as a Real Estate Advisor. I recognize that a home is more than a transaction it is the sanctuary that supports your calling. I help my clients navigate the market with the same mindfulness and intentionality I bring to the boardroom, ensuring their next move aligns with their highest goals.

A Holistic Approach to Advisory

To create lasting impact, I lean on a diverse range of expertise designed to sharpen the mind and strengthen the spirit:

Leadership Advisory: Transforming workplace culture through EQ-driven strategies and executive coaching.
Real Estate Advisory: Navigating seamless transitions into spaces that foster both wealth and wellness.
Mindfulness: As an MBSR-certified expert and Pilates instructor, I help clients build the physical and mental resilience required for longevity.
Sensory Innovation: Founder of Mindful Blindfold, an immersive "dine blind" experience that challenges perception and invites deeper presence.

The Goal: Sustainable Success

I am here to help you rise above burnout, unlock your potential, and lead a life of impact without sacrificing your well-being. Whether we are working on your leadership presence, your physical health, or your real estate portfolio, we are building a foundation for sustainable success.

Let’s move with intention. Let’s build what you are called to build.

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OUR APPROACH AND IMPACT

OUR APPROACH

Our approach is grounded in cutting-edge research and real-world application. We combine evidence-based practices with practical, accessible strategies to deliver measurable results. Whether we're working with Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, or non-profit organizations, our goal remains the same: to create lasting, positive change.

OUR IMPACT

From boosting employee engagement to reducing turnover and enhancing overall organizational performance, our programs have made a significant impact across various industries. But our work extends beyond the corporate world. Through our community outreach initiatives and programs, we're committed to making emotional intelligence training accessible to underserved populations.

WHAT WE DO

We offer a comprehensive suite of services designed to elevate emotional intelligence and foster workplace wellness:

Leadership Development Programs
Emotional Intelligence Workshops
Workplace Wellness Initiatives
Executive Coaching
Team Building Experiences
Keynote Speaking

JOIN US ON THE JOURNEY

Whether you're looking to enhance your personal leadership skills or transform your entire organization, Cheya Thousand, is here to guide you on your emotional intelligence journey. Let's work together to create a more emotionally intelligent, compassionate, and successful world—one leader, one team, and one organization at a time.

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CERTIFICATIONS

ADULT MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID

Adult Mental Health First Aid teaches participants how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders among adults ages 18+.

MBSR CERTIFICATION

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is the gold standard in mindfulness training, created by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center.

STRESS MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION

Events, people, and circumstances fill our normal daily lives—along with a certain amount of stress. Stress can be positive or negative, depending on how we perceive the stressor and it impacts our physical, social, spiritual, and emotional health. Stress is also affected by the social and cultural context in which we live.

YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID INSTRUCTOR

Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 12-18.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP COACH

STAR Factor’s model was designed to enhance the social and emotional skill sets, as well as leadership skills to promote optimal learning and developmental skills.

WOMEN’S ENTREPRENEURSHIP AT CORNELL CERTIFICATION

The Bank of America Institute for Women’s Entrepreneurship at Cornell is a collaboration between Bank of America and Cornell University to deliver an online learning portal that provides women entrepreneurs with the skills, knowledge and resources to build, manage, and scale a successful business.