Barbara Palmer is the CEO of BP Life Coaching Services, LLC, where she offers transformational coaching and consulting services to professionals, executives, and teams. With over 40 years of experience in healthcare and higher education, Barbara is a licensed occupational therapist, certified life and health coach, author, speaker, and trainer.
A dynamic leader and visionary, Barbara specializes in executive coaching, program development, leadership and team training, and organizational change. Her background includes expertise in trauma-informed care, with a notable focus on serving communities affected by disasters, such as Hurricane Katrina. She has successfully led clinical, community, and academic programs, developed occupational therapy curricula, and secured over $15 million in funding for government and community-based initiatives.
Barbara is deeply committed to helping individuals prevent burnout, build resilience, and thrive professionally and personally. Her expertise spans patient care, higher education, risk management, grant writing, leadership development, and team development in for-profit and non-profit organizations. With expertise in interacting with local, state, and national government relevant to health and human services, Barbara is known for her ability to inspire transformation and deliver results.
Barbara is actively involved in initiatives that support personal growth, professional development, and faith-based outreach. She is passionate about empowering others to live and lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and live their lives with intention every day.
