Mia Behrens is a Senior Consultant at Contemporary Leadership Advisors (CLA), where she partners with clients to enhance leadership capabilities and drive organizational development and design initiatives. Previously, Mia worked at Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK) Cancer Center in the Department of Behavioral Sciences. While at MSK, Mia focused on research relating to meaning and purpose. During her studies, Mia also interned with Summit Leadership Partners, where she assisted in building out their team coaching practice and facilitated leadership assessments for development and selection.
Mia holds a B.S. in Psychology and Theology from Fordham University and an M.A. in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, where she focused on leadership development, organizational change, and group dynamics.
Get to Know Mia
What is your favorite assessment and why?
I'm particularly drawn to the Hogan Assessment. It has a remarkable ability to reveal insights that create openings for meaningful conversations—the kind you might otherwise struggle to initiate.
Which CLA service areas do you most enjoy talking about?
Assessment, Team Performance, and Organization Development
When you're not helping clients navigate complex leadership challenges, where might we find you?
Anything outdoors: skiing, hiking, cycling, or playing volleyball. And trying new restaurants in Brooklyn!