Steve Andrews

Welcome to Steve’s platform, dedicated to the science of feeling safe, emotional wellbeing, and human connection. Through speaking, writing, and consulting, Steve explores felt-safety, child development, and trauma, demonstrating how a contemporary scientific understanding of human behavior can transform our world. Committed to fostering environments of growth and belonging, Steve helps every person, community, and organization thrive.

Human Sciences

Steve is dedicated to advancing the science of emotional wellbeing and felt-safety, with a remarkable ability to distill complex scientific ideas about human behavior into practical, compassionate insights that resonate with diverse audiences. His work spans childhood development, trauma, neurodiversity and disability, and interpersonal relationships, bridging rigorous analysis with a strong focus on fostering human connection and safety. Deeply committed to promoting interdependence and healthier dynamics, Steve emphasizes the transformative power of felt-safety as the foundation for all learning, healing, and growth.

Informed by science and his own lived experiences, Steve brings authenticity and a grounded approach to his teachings. Whether delivering talks and keynotes, writing, or consulting, he consistently drives positive change, helping individuals, organizations, and communities thrive through a deeper understanding of human behavior. His work has the potential to shift cultural narratives, offering a kinder, more compassionate way to engage with ourselves and each other.

  • Residence Seattle, WA, USA
  • Professional Site Looking for Bears
  • Presentations Given 178
  • Countries Spoken In 2
  • States Spoken In 33
  • Topics Include emotional wellbeing · felt safety · human behavior · trauma · child development · cultures of belonging · self-kindness · neurodiversity · disability
  • Audiences Include individuals and families · students · educators · business leaders · military personnel · healthcare · mental and social health professionals · legal professionals · policymakers · community organizations

Testimonials

Highlights

Keynote Speaker
Sacramento, CA

37th Annual Cal-TASH Conference

Presented on my Neuro-Social Model of Emotional Wellbeing through the lens of disability

Panelist
Tacoma, WA

Infant and Early Childhood Development Conference

Topic: Practices that Promote Community Participation

Guest Lecturer
Long Beach, CA

Cal-State Long Beach

Spoke with education graduate students on transitioning after high school.

Presenter
Online

Autism Explained Conference

Presented on my Neuro-Social Model of Emotional Wellbeing through the lens of the Autistic experience

Speaker
Online

Data Platform Mental Health and Wellness Day 2024

Presented: Bringing Your Inner Child to Work Day

What I Do

Keynotes

Engaging, bespoke presentations that distill complex ideas into practical, compassionate insights and wisdom on human behavior.

Authoring

Thought-provoking writing that explores trauma, neurodiversity, and human behavior, offering compassionate, actionable insights for growth.

Speaking

Inspiring talks that bridge science and lived experience, focusing on emotional wellbeing, safety, and fostering healthier connections.

Consulting

Tailored guidance for organizations and communities, promoting emotional safety, interdependence, and healthier dynamics for sustainable impact.

Software Engineering

Precision. Human-Centered. Passionate Technologist.

I am a seasoned software engineer with 25 years of professional experience, working with diverse clients from mid-sized businesses to Fortune 500 enterprises. While my primary focus now centers on emotional wellbeing and consulting, I offer technology consulting on a limited, exclusive basis. Renowned for my creative, out-of-the-box thinking, I excel in tackling complex challenges with an eye for detail and edge cases. My specialties in integration, automation, accessibility, and user experience (UX) allow me to deliver exceptional solutions tailored to each client's unique needs.

I believe that simple doesn't mean easy any more than complex means hard. My approach distills intricate problems into elegant, straightforward solutions. I am passionate about crafting impeccable code that is intuitive, maintainable, and user-centric, leveraging my extensive skills and experience to ensure the success of your project.

  • Residence Seattle, WA, USA
  • Open To Remote, Contract, Part-Time
  • Affiliations Microsoft MVP Alumni (4x), ASP Insiders
  • Technologies C# · integration and automation · dataflow · UX and accessibility · cognitive accessibility · middleware · refactoring · legacy code upgrades · code conversion · code recovery · code assessments · Umbraco
  • Work Experience Includes Microsoft · Coca-Cola Enterprises · Merck · NASA JPL · Sungard (now FIS) · SEI Investments · DevExpress · Tai Software
  • Bugs Ever Zero (just kidding, that's why we test)
  • ESM Server more info

What I Do

C# Engineering

I've been solving business problems with C# since the beginning of C#.

Integration & Automation

Wrangling your growing number of systems that don't talk to each other.

Accessibility / UX

Understandability and intuitiveness are key to winning customer experiences.

Debugging

I enjoy an engaging challenge and getting to the root cause of your bugs.

Testing

A bug found today is far less expensive than a bug found tomorrow.

Umbraco

Let's build your next website with a friendly, easy-to-use content management system.

Blog

Contact

Seattle, WA, USA

Available in the
United States and
Remote Worldwide

How Can I Help You?

Contact me for a free consultation, to inquire about availability, or to discuss an opportunity. Message response time, if appropriate, is generally 2-3 business days.