Influential Woman · Professional Coaching and Career Development Services
Ruchira Ragavan
Career Coach, CareerCOACH™ Services
Milpitas, CA 95035
Her Story
About Ruchira
Ruchira Ragavan is a Career and Wellbeing Coach and Educational Psychologist dedicated to helping individuals discover meaningful work aligned with their strengths, values, and long-term aspirations. She combines expertise in educational psychology, professional coaching, learning and development, and career strategy to support professionals navigating career transitions, leadership growth, and personal development. Through her work with CareerCOACH™ Services, Ruchira guides clients in gaining clarity, confidence, and direction as they pursue fulfilling career paths.
Ruchira’s professional journey is grounded in her passion for human development and evidence-based approaches to learning and growth. She earned a master’s degree in Applied Developmental Psychology from University of Pittsburgh, where she focused on applying psychological principles to real-world settings. Her early career included work as an Educational Therapeutic Specialist and Developmental Healthcare Consultant, where she developed behavioral interventions, supported children with emotional and behavioral needs, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams using evidence-based practices. She later transitioned into learning and development roles, designing skills-based programs, mentoring teams, and helping individuals build professional capabilities.
As an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) through International Coaching Federation, Ruchira brings a thoughtful and compassionate approach to coaching. She specializes in career coaching for women leaders, mindfulness-based coaching, somatic approaches, and neurodivergent coaching, creating supportive spaces where clients can explore their strengths and overcome challenges. Beyond her coaching practice, she is committed to mentorship and community service, including supporting young adults through leadership coaching and professional development initiatives. Through her dedication to lifelong learning, Ruchira continues to empower individuals to build resilience, embrace growth, and create meaningful professional and personal lives.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Ruchira
01What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
I've always been asked by my loved ones to not hesitate to go after my passion, because what you're good at and what you're naturally interested in, you will put your 100% into it. I wholeheartedly agree with that and it helps me stay persistent even with uncertainty.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Find the niche that's good for you because there's a lot of opportunity. Bring multiple different skill sets to make a more fruitful practice. There's opportunity for women leaders who need a safe space, and young women entering the field can provide that.
03What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The biggest challenge is that coaching is quite unregulated and there's still a lot of questions about what makes a good coach. Opportunities come from being part of ICF to constantly learn and show clients you're improving, and building better systems.
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