As a teenager, Katherine found herself facing a season of great trauma when a close family member became gravely ill and in a fight for their life. In caring for and supporting this family member, Katherine was brought face to face with suffering in a way she’d never experienced up to that point in her life. In the next fifteen or so years, she would endure the death of multiple extended family members, the passing of many dear friends, the collapse of relationships for various reasons and, eventually, the breakdown of her own health due to years of stress and unhealed trauma.

Yet, through the years of pain and heartache, she also discovered the presence of God met her in a powerful way. In the times she felt most lonely and the places she least expected to find Him, He was there to give her strength and meet her needs. This realization spurred her on a journey to Grace that continues to this day and she has openly shared her story with the hope it might give courage to others, help them see they are not alone, and find purpose in their own pain and loss.

While she is not a licensed professional, she believes there is great value in sharing the principles, tips, and experiences that made such a difference in her personal journey. Through her writing and speaking, she invites others to explore these resources for themselves and hopefully find a path to healing that is most effective for them.

As a lifelong Alaskan, she believes strongly in the healing ability of nature and frequently offers her audience moments of calming wonder through her social media, blog, and podcast. Her honest yet vulnerable perspective has inspired many people to live with greater intentionality and to pursue their own journey to wholeness. You will likely find her out on a trail, enjoying a good book by the fireside, and spending quality time with loved ones.