I believe that the most important thing we have to offer anyone, including ourselves, is our authentic, compassionate presence.

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Photo: Elke Van De Velde

My Story…

Hi! I’m Kate, thank you for your interest and for taking the time to learn about me. I first learned about mindfulness when I was 20 years old and experiencing overwhelming anxiety. In the decades since, I often returned to these teachings, but self-compassion didn’t come easily to me as it doesn’t for most people. I always had a strong drive to push myself hard, both physically and emotionally, even when my well-being was compromised. I worked as a top model for over a decade and made an impact by being one of the first to take an active stand for body inclusivity in the fashion industry. I then studied development economics at Harvard and pursued a long career in climate advocacy, impact investing, and venture capital.

I deeply appreciate my passion to push the boundaries of systematic change, however I eventually realized I wanted and needed something different in my life. I was deeply motivated to have a positive impact on the world, but utterly burned out. So I began studying Zen Buddhism and mindfulness meditation, attending silent retreats and monasteries and getting certified as a mindfulness teacher.

My coaching practice today is a result of that journey - which was amazing, if terrifying at times.

I discovered a passion for relationship dynamics - both in the personal and professional contexts - and that I love supporting the creative and healing journey of people who also want to experience life more deeply and with greater ease.

I’m a mom, I love sports, and I love being in nature - hiking, wandering, camping - both by the sea and in the mountains.

My Learning Lineage…

  • I received accreditation as an Internal Family Systems (IFS) Informed Practitioner through Derek Scott’s Stepping Stones program (IFSCA).

  • I received my mindfulness teaching certification through Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield’s two-year MMTCP program.

  • I received my coaching certification from the Embody Lab’s Embodied Intimacy and Relationship Coaching program led by Scott Lyons and Kai Cheng Thom.

  • I completed David Treleaven’s trauma sensitive mindfulness training.

  • I completed Upaya Zen Center’s Socially Engaged Buddhism Training.

  • I receive ongoing coaching and mentoring from Justine Dawson.

Connect with me on social media and visit my SoundCloud for free guided meditations.