Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your Life Today with Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

The Architecture of Clarity

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC, EMCC MP

The Fiduciary of Human Clarity, Architect of Ethical Intelligence

At the summit of global leadership, the air is thin, and the quiet burden of the final word is immense. For the surgeon whose hands hold a life, the entrepreneur risking a legacy, or the CEO steering a global workforce, the greatest threat is not the external market, it is the internal distortion. In these high-altitude rooms, even the most brilliant minds can suffer from cognitive noise, a crisis of agency that threatens the very foundation of their impact.

I serve as the definitive Reality Check for those who operate where the margin for error is zero. As a Professional Fellow at the Institute of Coaching, McLean Hospital, a Harvard Medical School affiliate, I provide the clinical rigor and surgical precision required to neutralize distortion and restore human agency. My work is not merely about performance, it is about the preservation of character in the face of absolute pressure.

The Global Standard, A Top Tier Authority

Young holds the ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC) designation — the highest credential issued by the International Coaching Federation — and the EMCC Global Master Practitioner credential from the European Mentoring and Coaching Council. Each is uncommon at the top of the field. Held together, they place him in rare company.

His credential architecture deepens with the National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBC‑HWC) credential. NBC‑HWC certification is developed by the National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching (NBHWC) and earned through a national board exam administered in partnership with the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME), the independent organization known as a co-sponsor of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) and for administering physician assessment programs.

What makes the combination even more unusual is what sits alongside it: MBTI Master Practitioner training in personality dynamics and Master NLP Practitioner training in language, cognition, and behavior change — advanced methodologies rarely paired at the master level with dual master coaching credentials and a national board certification.

Young Ethical Intelligence, Inc., Scaling the Reality Check

What began as a private, high-touch methodology for the world’s elite is now being scaled for a global era. Young Ethical Intelligence, Inc. is the institutional engine of my life’s work, holding the proprietary research and behavioral frameworks that govern our flagship technology, URIEL AI.

Recognized as an ICF Business Solutions Partner, URIEL AI is the world’s first ecosystem built to translate Ethical Intelligence into real-time, scalable behavioral interventions. It is the productization of twenty years of Master-level expertise, designed to restore agency in a world drowning in algorithmic noise. For the strategic partner, URIEL AI represents a high-moat opportunity at the intersection of Behavioral AI and institutional ethics, currently navigating a $3.5M–$5M seed raise to facilitate a synchronized global launch across the United States, London, and the GCC.

Beyond Emotional Intelligence, The Mission of Ethical Intelligence

The modern world has outpaced Emotional Intelligence. To navigate the complexities of 2026, we require Ethical Intelligence (EI), the ability to maintain character, precision, and agency when the noise is loudest. As a member of the Forbes Coaches Council, I am dedicated to the belief that as technology evolves, our humanity must remain the primary pilot.

Represented by Fortier PR and published by Post Hill Press, with distribution through Simon and Schuster, my work has been featured in The European, Forbes, Psychology Today, and the ICF Global Blog. I offer more than insight, I offer a structured, evidence-based path back to yourself, ensuring that your choices reflect who you truly are, not just what the moment is demanding.

Strategic Engagement

Access is a selective process, reserved for those who understand that in high-consequence environments, clarity is the only non-negotiable asset.

For the Individual: High-stakes executive development and legacy preservation for Entrepreneurs, Doctors, and Public Figures.
For the Institution: Stabilization of high-risk teams and the resolution of sensitive, high-stress organizational crises for COOs and Boards.
For the Partner: Strategic inquiries regarding the $3.5M–$5M seed raise and the global scaling of URIEL AI.

Coaching Programs

High Net Worth

The High Net Worth Individual Concierge Coaching Program provides a tailored solution—offering the guidance and strategies needed to cut through the noise, protect your peace, and maintain a balanced, fulfilling life.

Couples

Healthy relationships are the result of strong communication skills, the ability to manage conflict, self-actualization, likened values, and the ability to achieve common goals of their life they have.

Diversity

Diversity Coaching and Diversity Training is inescapable, especially the goal is to maximize your and your team’s potential while minimizing conflict and hostility. Additionally, if you’re like many organizations,

Professional

Leadership development coaching and professional leadership coaching with a diversity coaching focus are for every growing professional in a leadership role, whether you’re seasoned or just starting to stretch your legs as a manager or supervisor.

Executive

Your effectiveness, coherency, strategic decision-making, and ability to create and maintain rich relationships within your sphere of influence as a thought leader, executive, or licensed professional boils down to how you navigate one thing: high stress.

ICF Mentor Coaching

ICF Mentor Coaching by Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, a registered ICF Mentor Coach, empowers you with the particular tools needed to separate yourself from cookie-cutter coaching approaches. If you desire to be the best, it only makes sense to learn from the best.

About

Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

Dr. D. Ivan Young guides individuals, couples, and groups through complex relationship challenges. His coaching cultivates personal growth, emotional resilience, and the ability to form deeper, more meaningful connections that enrich both personal and professional life.

Widely recognized as the Reality Check Doctor®, Dr. Young combines direct, honest guidance with genuine support. He creates a safe, reflective space where clients can examine beliefs and behaviors, navigate challenges effectively, and embrace lasting transformation.

His credentials include ICF Master Certified Coach, Master MBTI Practitioner, EMCC Global Senior Practitioner, Certified Positive Intelligence Coach, Certified Professional Diversity Coach, and membership in the Forbes Coaches Council. With expertise in behavioral neuroscience, behavioral modification, interpersonal relationships, and inclusive coaching, Dr. Young delivers tailored, evidence-based strategies that create lasting impact and resonate with each client’s unique journey.

"As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it's a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life."

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC

Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your Life Today with Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC Specializes in Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for High Achievers.

Many high achievers aspire to feel genuinely connected and valued, navigate life with clarity, and develop inner resilience and self-command. However, realizing these aspirations often presents challenges.

Often, persistent self-defeating thoughts or self-sabotaging behaviors create internal barriers. These patterns can impact confidence, diminish focus, and ultimately, hinder growth, leading to stagnation or untapped potential.

Addressing these complexities benefits from a structured, supportive approach. Dr. Young, a Master Certified Coach (MCC) and NBC-HWC, utilizes Evidence-Based and Research-Based Coaching. This approach draws upon proven principles and techniques tailored to foster meaningful change in high achievers.

The focus is multifaceted: cultivating profound self-awareness, building practical resilience, and enhancing self-regulation. Furthermore, the process supports developing healthier, authentic relationships (with self and others), thereby increasing effectiveness and fulfillment through greater accountability.

Investing in this self-exploration is significant. Yet, passivity allows old patterns to persist, potentially deepening challenges and obscuring desired futures. Choosing active engagement in your growth, however, opens the door to dismantling limitations and realizing your potential.

Dr. Young, leveraging his expertise as a Relationship and Behavioral Expert, facilitates this transformative process. Ready to build more authentic connections and enhance your impact? Learn more about how Dr. Young guides this path toward personal and professional evolution.

What is the MBTI?

With more than 70 years of science-based, research-based insight, the MBTI assessment is a highly useful tool for self-awareness and improvement. Dr. Young is one of few Master Credentialed Practitioners skilled in using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator.®

Dr. Young, Relationship and Behavioral Expert and Master Certified Coach, utilizes this assessment to help support you in your relationships, well-being, and professional performance goals. His skillful interpretation of the clinical version of this assessment provides you with a deeper, much broader understanding of what makes you. With these insights, you’re well-positioned to make more informed decisions, better communicate with others, and build stronger relationships, all based on your unique personality type.

Client Testimonials -

"Working with Dr. Young has been life-changing. His insights helped me overcome obstacles."

— Sarah T.

"I never realized how much my mindset was holding me back. Dr. Young’s methods gave me clarity."

— Michael R.

"It obvious that Dr. Young creates a safe space for growth and cares deeply about his client’s success."

— Jessica L.

Dr. D Ivan Young’s Approach:

Client-Centered | Transformational Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for high achievers

Transformative Coaching for Professionals

Dr. Young utilizes a uniquely refined coaching methodology. Grounded in leading psychological frameworks, this approach integrates deep behavioral insights. Through meticulous synthesis, powerful techniques were combined for maximum client impact. This careful integration resulted in his Bespoke Concierge framework: targeted Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for High Achievers.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) strategies and Positive Psychology (PP) principles form key influences. Effective elements from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) approaches plus Neuro-Linguistics (NLP) are also skillfully incorporated. Adding further depth, a clinical application of the MBTI provides nuanced self-awareness.

Proving exceptionally powerful, this synergistic blend achieves unique results. For example, it strategically combines cognitive reframing with Positive Psychology’s strengths focus. Advanced NLP tools for communication are likewise paired with robust DBT emotion regulation techniques. Deep personalization, therefore, becomes possible through MBTI insights.

As a result, this integrated methodology moves beyond simple insight. Instead, it actively catalyzes significant, measurable change. Clients gain concrete tools plus actionable strategies for tangible results. Ultimately, this empowers individuals to navigate challenges effectively, driving lasting transformation and consciously shaping a fulfilling life.

Starting the coaching process usually begins with exploring your unique view. First, you’ll complete specific assessments. They give Dr. Young valuable insights into your interaction style and patterns. Next, we schedule an introductory Zoom or in person meeting. This meeting is key. We’ll discuss your assessment insights and more importantly, create a plan for Dr. Young’s methods to fit your growth journey.

After this initial exploration, you’ll select a program structure. You choose the one that best fits your goals. This choice leads to a structured coaching engagement. designed for your optimized development.

For example, a common program involves 12 weeks of focused accountability and support. During this time, you’ll have 12 weekly one-on-one coaching sessions directly with Dr. Young. You also receive curated resources. These include audible books chosen for your goals. You’ll get insightful assignments, too. So, all these elements work together. They help deepen your self-understanding of self while onboarding practical growth strategies. Remember, this uses Evidence and Research-Based Coaching methods specifically designed for High Achievers like you.

In the end, this structured process is designed with purpose. It helps you identify your blind spots and the obstacles holding you back. Then, you’re position to build actionable steps forward toward and intentional outcome. These well orchastrated steps lead toward the personal and professional transformation you desire.

About Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

ICF - Master Certified Coach
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Certified Professional Diversity Coach
Relationship and Behavioral Expert
Certified Positive Intelligence Coach

Dr. D. Ivan Young guides individuals, couples, and groups through tough relationship challenges. His coaching fosters significant personal growth and deeper emotional resilience. Consequently, clients build more meaningful connections. These skills clearly benefit both personal and professional lives.

Guidance throughout the coaching journey is highly insightful. Furthermore, Dr. Young creates a supportive space for clients. Here, individuals can safely explore personal beliefs and behaviors. This process aids navigating complex relationship issues effectively. Known also as the Reality Check Doctor®, his approach blends directness with crucial support. Therefore, it encourages clear self-assessment, powering personal transformation.

His background includes select affiliations like the highly esteemed Forbes Coaches Council. He also holds key certifications. These include Master MBTI Practitioner, Certified Positive Intelligence Coach and Certified Professional Diversity Coach. Such credentials demonstrate commitment to top tier coaching standards and provide highly specialized, well-vetted expertise. His knowledge spans behavioral modification, interpersonal relationships, and vital inclusive coaching practices.

As a result, his coaching methodology is deeply informed. It specifically values each client’s unique background. This ultimately means the coaching is designed for real impact. It becomes both effective and personally resonant for every client.

Discover the Breakthrough You’ve Been Seeking

High achievers often face intense pressure. This can lead to uncertainty, decision fatigue, or feeling stuck. Imposter syndrome or burnout risk are also common struggles. Dr. Young understands these specific challenges.

He acknowledges the reality of demanding roles. His coaching begins with informed empathy, building trust from the start.

In response, Dr. Young uses Evidence-Based Coaching adapted for high achievers. These techniques help build resilience and regain clarity under pressure. The process identifies hindering patterns. Then, effective strategies are developed to navigate them, unlocking potential and focus.

Furthermore, Dr. Young knows the context of C-suite executives and affluent professionals. He understands their unique pressures. Therefore, his expertise is tailored to these environments. It directly addresses distinct leadership challenges.

As such, the coaching focus includes enhancing decision clarity and optimizing performance. It also supports personal growth aligned with core aspirations. For leaders needing this blend of insight, structure, and understanding, Dr. Young’s approach often provides the needed pathway forward.

Guidance for Medical and Legal Professionals

Licensed Health Care Clinicians and Attorneys face immense career demands. Dr. Young understands the toll this takes on your well-being.
He offers compassionate, highly effective bespoke evidence-based coaching methods tailored to your specific needs and your unique pressures. His strategies Position you find clarity and vital balance you need to thrive and enjoy your life.
Resilience and fulfillment are essential in your demanding profession. Therefore, Dr. Young focuses on strengthening your reslience and while increasing your self-efficacy. This empowers you. You gain the support needed to truly thrive, both professionally and personally.

Empowering Entrepreneurs and Public Figures

Entrepreneurs and public figures constantly face unique pressures. Consequently, self-doubt, emotional fatigue, and burnout often loom large. Indeed, for you, failure simply isn’t an option.

Therefore, Dr. Young offers supportive coaching equipped with powerful tools. Specifically, these help you break free from self-sabotage. This allows you to thrive authentically. Moreover, you can sustain peak performance and truly make your mark in today’s competitive world.

Evidence-Based Coaching Approaches for Lasting Change

Dr. Young leverages a robust background in behavioral neuroscience to implement proven, evidence-based practices that drive profound transformations. His unwavering focus on self-awareness and emotional intelligence equips you with indispensable tools for achieving lasting success in every facet of your life..

Mastering Personality Dynamics for Enhanced Relationships

Dr. Young, an accomplished Master MBTI Practitioner, offers valuable insights to help individuals gain a deeper understanding of themselves and the people in their lives. By providing this awareness, Dr. Young enables improved communication and collaboration, ultimately empowering individuals to cultivate strong, supportive relationships that contribute to their personal and professional growth.

Inspiring Coaching Experiences That Resonate

Dr. Young’s impactful TEDx talks and engaging lectures inspire individuals to take action and embark on their journeys of self-discovery. His empathetic coaching style resonates with clients from all walks of life, making the path to fulfillment both motivating and enjoyable.

"As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it's a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life."

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC

As a Relationship and Behavioral Expert and Master Certified Coach, Dr. Young believes that “Master Level Coaching is a creative process.” He is here to help you unlock new possibilities and embrace healthy mindsets, making personal growth both achievable and inspiring. Together, through Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for High Achievers, you’ll discover practical strategies that lead to lasting change, all tailored specifically to your individual needs, ensuring you see real results from your efforts.

His evidence-based methods provide invaluable tools for cultivating mindfulness and emotional resilience. By focusing on Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation, you’ll not only set meaningful goals but also cultivate the inner strength to achieve them.

As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self-Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it’s a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life.

Dr. D. Ivan Young holds the elite Master Certified Coach (MCC) credential. This is issued by the International Coach Federation. Simply put, it’s the global gold standard in coaching. The MCC signifies the absolute highest level of achievement and identifies a true expert coach.

Critically, MCCs are exceptionally rare. Globally, only about 4% of ICF-credentialed coaches reach this pinnacle. Considering all coaches worldwide, this places Dr. Young in the top 1%, showcasing genuine coaching mastery.

Furthermore, he is a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBC-HWC). This rigorous credential involves collaboration between the NBHWC and the prestigious National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). Therefore, it represents top-tier standards in health and wellness coaching. Dr. Young joins an exclusive group; only about 4,000 coaches globally hold this national board certification.

Additionally, Dr. Young is certified in EQ-i 2.0 and EQ 360. These stand among the world’s leading emotional intelligence assessments. Mastering EI skills is critical today. These skills impact relationships, leadership effectiveness, and personal resilience. This certification empowers Dr. Young to leverage detailed EI insights for powerful client development.

Coaching Programs

Individual

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Couples

Healthy relationships are the result of strong communication skills, the ability to manage conflict, self-actualization, likened values, and the ability to achieve common goals.

Learn more about couples coaching >

Testimonials

Dr. D Ivan Young’s theories are gaining the attention of world leaders, business execs, professional athletes and celebrities.

Services

His no-nonsense attitude and driven results continue to help individuals, couples, institutions and businesses transform from the inside out.

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Book an appearance or buy a book – Dr. Dr. D is a sought after author, speaker and TV personality.

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Helping others create a positive change

“Before you can fully understand anybody else, you need to have complete clarity about yourself.”– Dr. D. Ivan Young, ICF-MCC

Dr. D Ivan Young is a globally highly respected and sought-after Master Certifeid Coach and National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach. His unique perspective, proven strategies, and elite credentials drive this demand.

Consequently, Dr. D provides the highest quality individualized service. This requires a strong mutual commitment from every client for maximum results.
His Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for High Achievers delivers results. Specifically, these coaching sessions provide essential tools. Clients gain strong, healthy habits and master effective communications skills. This benefits individuals, couples, and organizations alike.

Dr. D concentrates on emotional intelligence. His direct yet compassionate approach empowers diverse clients. People of all genders, ages, races, religions, and backgrounds can overcome tough, even seemingly hopeless, circumstances.
Interested new clients should first email their request.

Please note: There is a screening process. This ensures the coaching is a strong mutual fit. Therefore, Dr. D personally approves all new clients before scheduling occurs.

What is the MBTI?

Self-evolution necessitates that one grasps the attributes that shape their personality!

Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your Life Today with Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

The Architecture of Clarity

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC, EMCC MP

The Global Standard, A Top Tier Authority

Young Ethical Intelligence, Inc., Scaling the Reality Check

Beyond Emotional Intelligence, The Mission of Ethical Intelligence

Strategic Engagement

Coaching Programs

About

Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

"As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it's a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life."

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC

Unlock Your Potential: Transform Your Life Today with Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

What is the MBTI?

Client Testimonials -

Dr. D Ivan Young’s Approach:

Client-Centered | Transformational Evidence and Research-Based Coaching for high achievers

Transformative Coaching for Professionals

About Dr. D. Ivan Young, MCC, NBC-HWC

Discover the Breakthrough You’ve Been Seeking

Guidance for Medical and Legal Professionals

Empowering Entrepreneurs and Public Figures

Evidence-Based Coaching Approaches for Lasting Change

Mastering Personality Dynamics for Enhanced Relationships

Inspiring Coaching Experiences That Resonate

"As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it's a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life."Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC

Coaching Programs

Services

Helping others create a positive change

What is the MBTI?

"As one masters Self-Awareness, Self-Determination, Self-Compassion, and Self-Regulation – Self Actualization is the result. In other words, Self-Mastery is not just a goal, it's a critical stepping stone for achieving lasting and durable success in anyone’s life."

Dr. D Ivan Young, MCC