Credentials & Credibility
Credentials & Credibility
With Coach Steve Pinney Jr
Certified Life Coach, EQ-i 2.0 / EQ 360 / EQ-Youth Practitioner, DISC Certified, Positive Psychology Coach, Former Buddhist Monk, Meditation Instructor & Founder of Aham Prema Meditation.
Trusted Expertise You Can Rely On
Certified Life Coach
Structured, ethical coaching rooted in professional standards, powerful questioning, and accountability.
EQ-i 2.0, EQ 360 & EQ-Youth Practitioner
Certified to administer global gold-standard emotional intelligence assessments.
DISC Certified Behavioral Consultant
Behavioral analysis for communication, leadership, and performance alignment.
Positive Psychology Coach
Strength-based mindset development for sustainable growth and performance.
Credentials & Professional Certifications
Coach Steve’s methodology is backed by internationally recognized certifications in emotional intelligence, coaching psychology, and leadership development.
Six Times Ordained as a Buddhist Monk
I have ordained six times as a Buddhist monk — immersed in discipline, simplicity, and silence that build lasting awareness.
In 2014, I had the honor of offering a Buddha statue to His Holiness the Dalai Lama — a defining moment that solidified my lifelong commitment to truth, compassion, and service.
Charitable Giving & Real Impact
Through my businesses, I’ve donated to 12 charities — contributing over $30,000 in 2019 alone.
Success and generosity are inseparable. Whether through direct giving, community support, or philanthropy, service remains at the heart of everything I build.
Before founding Full Throttle Life Coaching, Steve built multiple 5-star businesses from the ground up — each known for quality, integrity, and leadership.
These ventures have served thousands of clients and earned hundreds of 5-star reviews. They reflect a simple truth: Success is built through integrity, clarity, and service.
As the founder of Aham Prema Meditation, Steve developed a love-centered practice uniting mindfulness with emotional intelligence — anchoring the stillness and presence he brings into executive coaching, leadership development, and personal transformation.

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