Mary Elizabeth Lynch, M.A., J.D., is an educator, conflict transformation specialist, and an attorney/mediator. She holds a master's degree in philosophy and is a graduate of the University of Virginia School of Law. She is a co-founder and president of the Personal Transformation and Courage Institute, where she serves as one of its principal course leaders. Mary Elizabeth uses her intuition and insight to help others see themselves and their life situations in new and expanded ways. She helps participants clarify their ideals and purposes. From there, she guides them in moving through physical, emotional and mental patterns that stand in the way of fully expressing and utilizing their talents in the world.