Find your happy place.

Get a better handle on stress after just one session.

Stress limits creativity.

Creativity tackles stress.

Creativity is all but impossible when we are under ongoing stress. At the same time, it’s an excellent tool for beating stress before it spirals out of control.

That doesn’t simply mean leaning on the arts. True creative thinking is the key to leading a vibrant life. Learn how to make the stress-creativity cycle work in your favor, and go from scraping by to taking charge in every personal and professional pursuit.

Become the center of your happiness.

Our proprietary coaching program is expertly delivered by Sudha McFadden, MEconSc, a behavioral economist whose original methods have helped a variety of people on their path to flourishing—executives seeking to enhance leadership skills, professionals aiming for work-life balance, and creatives looking to reignite their passion.

Through personalized sessions, research-backed assessments, and real life case studies, we guide you in developing essential processes for stress management, emotional intelligence, and innovative thinking.

Living with Addison's Disease has shaped my perspective on stress in profound ways.

This autoimmune condition requires me to be acutely aware of stress and my body's signals and responses to it—something that has become a part of my daily experience.

Go from stress to strength.

Sudha is a behavioral economist, artist, educator, and so much more. She’s also your guiding light for stress management.

Combining research in behavioral economics and decision-making with personal experience with low cortisol, Sudha delivers a world class stress management program like no other.

The Process

The Call

Reach out to schedule a quick call to ensure your goals align with our method.

We specialize in stress management, burnout, creativity, and innovative leadership. Our clients are impact makers, executives, scientists, artists, and thought leaders.

The Conversation

Once we’ve decided to work together, we’ll schedule a longer introductory session. You’ll take a 360 assessment, and we will comb over the results to specify tangible, measurable goals. As we get to know each other, we will address questions and go over what to expect as we begin our work together. Then, we’ll design a custom coaching package just for you.

The Customized Coaching

We draw from years of research into stress, drawing from neuroscience, psychology, anthropology and biology to deliver a coaching program like no other. We get right into methods to think about, categorize, and eliminate stress. You’ll go from surviving to thriving after just one session. Whatever your goals, our customized coaching packages will deliver results for innovation and joy.

What’s included

  • We keep our coaching numbers very limited, to ensure each client receives individualized attention and support. Whether you prefer 45 minute sessions or 2 hour sessions, our package price stays the same. Each session doesn't have a strict time limit, just like talks between friends don't come with strict end times. Each session will feel natural and comfortable, and we take our time when we need to.

  • Your coach, Sudha McFadden, has been described as "someone truly extraordinary." Sudha has been trained at some of the top universities in the world, including Duke and University College Dublin, and brings a wide range of professional experience from both Europe and the US to each conversation.

    The Sumac Method is "radical:" experience true transformation toward clarity, calm, and meaning. You will come away from each session with new insights and abilities, feeling refreshed and ready to tackle every challenge.

  • Peer-reviewed, time-tested and impactful assessments go beyond industry standard because they come from cutting-edge research in neuroscience, psychology, economics and social sciences, and beyond. We start and finish with a proprietary 360 assessment that leaves no stone unturned.

    Our carefully designed exercises fuel insights into the decision-making engine that runs your Iife: you. Become more creative, reflective, purposeful, and successful as you step into the best version of yourself.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

  • Exclusive Method

    Through our innovative and carefully crafted approach, you’ll gain valuable insights and practical tools that empower you to flourish both personally and professionally, enhancing your overall well-being and creative potential.

  • Evidence Based

    Our clients consistently report significant results on measures of stress, well-being, creativity, productivity and more. The evidence is clear: our method doesn't just work, it will rock your world.

  • Measurable Results

    With over a dozen expert-designed, peer-reviewed assessments and exercises, it's no wonder we consistently achieve remarkable results for our clients. With a strong focus on practical application and real-world strategies, our program offers tangible benefits throughout your journey.

  • Research Backed

    Our coaching is rooted in evidence from neuroscience, psychology and beyond. We keep up with the latest research on creativity, decision-making, stress and flourishing to deliver cutting edge coaching with benefits from day one.

  • Our proprietary coaching program is designed for individuals ready to transition from merely surviving to genuinely flourishing. At Sumac, we employ research-backed assessments that provide a clear measurement of your thriving level both before and after the program. This allows us to tailor our approach to your unique needs and celebrate your progress. Whether you're an executive navigating high-pressure situations, a creative seeking inspiration amidst chaos, or a professional looking to enhance your well-being, our coaching can guide you toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

  • Hi! I'm Sudha McFadden. I draw from my research background in decision-making along with the latest findings from neuroscience, policy, social sciences and psychology to bring you a stress management program that really works.

    Some of my credentials:

    • attended Duke University in North Carolina and University College Dublin in Ireland

    • hold a masters degree in economics

    • worked over 10+ years directly with populations undergoing severe stress including gender-based violence survivors, refugees and asylum seekers, and at-risk youth in Europe and the US

    • instituted art and music programs in rural schools with the goal of creative expression contributing to better learning outcomes

    I know firsthand the toll that stress takes not just on us personally, but on our families, workplaces, and communities. That's why I've dedicated my life to helping people from all backgrounds to thrive.

  • Contact us or reach out using the form below. We'll be in touch to schedule a free call to ensure we're a good fit for your goals. From there, we'll tailor a package specifically for you.

Dr. Farber, Plastic Surgeon
Atlanta

“Sudha rescued me with her calm demeanor and her wise coaching. She gave me tools to reframe my situation and help me gain control of my stress level and mental wellness. I could not have gotten through it without her.”

Let’s work together.

We’d love to hear from you.