Alan West is a dynamic international trainer and professional counsellor who integrates elements of his background in counselling, cultural intelligence (CQ), resilience (AQ), international education, training and behavioural science towards helping individuals and groups effectively manage transition. Over the past 17 years, Alan has worked and studied extensively (in Australia and overseas) in the sectors of education, not-for-profits, and human services. He counsels and conducts training focused on healthy transitions, strengthening youth and families, and mental health protective factors. Alan has an undergraduate degree in Social Science (USA), a Master’s degree in Counselling (Australia), a Master’s in Int. St. (Education) (USA/ China) and is currently completing his doctorate in Organizational Leadership, with a focus on school leadership and organizational resilience.