Sherry (Lixian) Xie
Executive Coach Psychological Coach
My Coaching Journey
What sets me apart as a coach:
With over a decade of experience coaching senior executives and young adults, I’ve supported more than 1,000 individuals in flourishing—whether through entrepreneurial success, career transitions, emotional intelligence, enhanced well-being, or navigating life’s complexities. I bring a unique blend of academic rigor, cross-cultural fluency, and entrepreneurial insight to every engagement. Grounded in evidence-based practices and advanced training in positive psychology and leadership coaching, my approach is both warm and strategic. I create a space that is emotionally safe and intellectually engaging—where clarity emerges, courageous leadership takes root, and purposeful action unfolds naturally.
What you can expect in a coaching engagement with me:
Our work together will be a supportive and transformative journey. I take a whole-person approach, integrating positive psychology, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and strengths-based development. Whether you're navigating strategic decisions, leadership transitions, or scaling your impact, we’ll clarify your vision, uncover hidden obstacles, and co-create actionable strategies that align with your values and leadership aspirations. You'll gain greater self-awareness, resilience, and alignment between who you are and who you want to become.
In my previous career:
Before transitioning fully into coaching, I was a serial entrepreneur. I founded an HR consulting firm and a psychological tech company, partnering with over 200 Fortune 500 companies —including Apple, Philips, Alibaba, and TikTok. I worked closely with founders, executives, and leadership teams and even launched a mindfulness app to promote mental well-being.
This business background allows me to understand organizational dynamics and coach leaders through real-world challenges with a practical, results-driven perspective.
Additionally,
As a psychological influencer with over 100,000 followers, my content on positive psychology and coaching has inspired millions.
Having lived, studied, worked and traveled across more than 20 countries, I bring a deeply global, culturally sensitive lens to every engagement.
I coach in both English and Mandarin.
Education and Certifications
Master of Applied Positive Psychology, University of Pennsylvania
Studied under Dr. Martin Seligman, founder of Positive Psychology
M.Phil. in Organizational Dynamics, University of Pennsylvania
Concentration in Leadership and Organizational Coaching
Professional Certified Coach (PCC) – International Coaching Federation
Certified Leadership and Organizational Coach – UPenn
Certified Mindfulness Instructor
Certified Positive Psychology Instructor
Certified Happiness Trainer
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Client Testimonials
Dr. Li
CEO, a tech compamy
“Working with Sherry has been one of the best decisions I’ve made as a founder. Her coaching helped me shift from constant firefighting to leading with clarity and confidence. I now make decisions with more conviction, delegate more effectively, and have built a stronger, more resilient culture within my team.”
John
CTO, Fintech Company
“I’m incredibly grateful for the support and clarity Sherry offered during one of the most turbulent periods of my life. Amid a major re-org and overwhelming uncertainty both professionally and personally, she created a space where I felt deeply heard, supported, and understood. Her calm presence and thoughtful questions helped me stay grounded, regain my confidence, make thoughtful decisions, and reconnect with my leadership purpose. Her presence was not only grounding but truly transformative.”
Vivian
Vice President,
a global FMCG company
“Sherry’s coaching brought a powerful mix of insight, structure, and compassion. As a leader managing global teams, I found her guidance invaluable for navigating cross-cultural complexity, building psychological safety, and regaining my sense of purpose. Our sessions were both energizing and deeply grounding.”