Elisa Ortegaschultz

Elisa Ortega-Schultz, as the Business Owner of Embrace Strategies, LLC, brings a wealth of expertise in organizational wellness, leadership development, and trauma-informed practices. Her current role involves designing and delivering innovative presentations and workshops tailored to enhance interpersonal effectiveness, foster heart-centered leadership, and build emotional resilience within diverse organizational settings. With over a decade of social work leadership experience, Elisa leverages her deep understanding of mental health, trauma, and interpersonal dynamics to create transformative learning experiences that promote holistic well-being and sustainable change.

At Embrace Strategies, Elisa spearheads initiatives that support higher education institutions, healthcare organizations, and non-profits in cultivating a culture of emotional strength and resilience. Her key projects often focus on integrating trauma-informed approaches into leadership development and change management strategies, ensuring organizations can navigate complex challenges with empathy and cultural awareness. Her expertise in dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), trauma work, and community outreach informs her ability to design engaging, culturally sensitive programs that resonate across sectors.

Elisa’s leadership emphasizes a holistic approach to organizational health, blending creative strategies with evidence-based practices. Her skills in management, community engagement, and cultural awareness enable her to foster inclusive environments where individuals feel empowered to develop emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills. Through her work at Embrace Strategies, Elisa continues to inspire leaders and teams to embrace vulnerability, cultivate resilience, and lead with authenticity—ultimately strengthening organizational culture and employee well-being on a national and international scale.