about me
philosophy & full background
mind-heart mission:
To empower individuals in transforming their lives by deepening connection to themselves, others, and the world through mindfulness, self-inquiry, contemplation, and holistic wellbeing practices. To guide clients towards greater awareness, true inner freedom, and a life aligned with their deepest values—fostering balance, compassion, joy, and conscious living for both personal and collective well-being.
vision:
To inspire and support the next evolution in human consciousness by nurturing a global community rooted in awareness, authentic connection, and collective care. Together, we prioritize wise living, transformation through conflict, and harmony with the natural world, creating a society where heartful integrity, clarity, and presence lead to liberation and lasting change for the highest good.
PRIVATE COACH | MINDFULNESS TEACHER | HOLISTIC WELLBEING
MA Ed. Psychology
Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher
(Counselling Certification in progress)
katie
Welcome. 🙏 A deep bow to you and your heart...
I’m Katie, and I am so grateful that you’re here, exploring mindfulness, prioritizing your well-being, and exploring the deepest inner truths of who you really are.
It's my joy and honor to serve as a coach and teacher of mindfulness and holistic wellbeing. Over the past decade and a half, I have worked in international schools teaching mindfulness meditation, self-care, social-emotional skills, and the principles of happiness based on Positive Psychology to empower students, parents, and educators on their personal journeys.
Since childhood, I've been fascinated by the human mind, the nature of life, and the mysteries of reality itself. This lifelong curiosity, paired with years of meditation, self-inquiry, and professional study, has led to immense and unimaginable inner transformation—one that continues to unfold. I’ve come to understand that a dedication to ‘seeing clearly’ and cultivating compassion are the secrets to loosening limiting beliefs and becoming the architect of our own mind. My passion is now to share these transformational lessons with others.
Mindfulness is a fundamental pillar of a thriving life, and an incredible catalyst for change. It is a process of expanding our capacity to radically embrace what is and make wiser choices from a place of spaciousness. Each morning, I revisit my core intention of living with an awakened heart... The truth is that while it is simple, it is not always easy. Having companions and guidance on the path makes all the difference.
I am a graduate of MMTCP under the guidance of renowned Buddhist teachers and psychologists, Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield, in collaboration with the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley. While primarily rooted in the Insight Meditation Society lineage and other forms of integrated Buddhism, I draw knowledge from many global philosophies and recognize that profound insights are woven into every culture. During my time living in Southeast Asia for the past 8 years, I have had the privilege of attending many extended, silent retreats and meditation courses from multiple traditions. I am currently completing my Counselling certification from the Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors to continue broadening my knowledge of psychological theory and applied practice.
At the heart of my philosophy is listening to the body’s innate wisdom—understanding that slowing down and taking care of ourselves is, in itself, a radical act in today’s fast-moving, attention-driven world, as well as knowing that the body is always here to guide us with intuition and already-perfect presence.
My professional background in education has allowed me to work with hundreds of students across all dispositions, personalities, and types of need. This experience has been invaluable in helping me craft teachings differentiated to individual learners and understand their unique next steps. Perhaps most importantly, it has given me the expertise of being able to connect with the softest and most sensitive part alive within each of us: our inner child. My culminating Master’s Degree meta-analysis was focused on Mindfulness in Education. It was the beginning of my academic mindfulness studies, and fueled my passion for sharing the power of meditation with children, in hopes that they might not have to spend as much time as myself unlearning thought patterns and the tricks of monkey mind…
As an international Mindfulness & Wellbeing Coordinator, I have trained with Mindful Schools, Responsive Classroom, and Positive Education, been invited as a speaker for the Global Mindfulness in Education Summit, consulted for educators and schools from Argentina to Vietnam, and have led a multitude of professional development courses for both personal and professional mindfulness training.
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My deepest aspiration is to co-create a world where compassion and connection lead the way. By drawing inspiration and humility from nature and her cycles, we can remember that we are here only as temporary, sacred guests, and we can loosen the grip of our attachment to unskillful identifications. It is this attunement and knowing the truth of our greater interconnectedness that allows us to touch the essence of shared humanity. I believe that it is only from this space that we can create a lasting, more harmonious world.
So, what does working with me look like? My approach blends the timeless and proven wisdom of Buddhist philosophy with the evidenced insights of modern neuroscience and psychology. I offer simple yet profound techniques for slowing down, facilitating introspection, and connecting with the heart of our being. Through this process, we are quite literally investigating and uncovering that part within ourselves that always felt missing…
Over the years, I have drafted and refined my holistic wellbeing model (MERITS) for applied awareness—a detailed and customizable blueprint for life well-lived, inspired by Positive Psychology and enhanced with the transcendent aspects of human potential and wisdom. We do this alongside my signature mind-heart integration process, which weaves together best-practice approaches across modalities for therapeutic intervention, healing, and personal evolution. My dream is that this work supports the ripple effects of more mindful relationships, community transformation, and living with wise awareness - so that we may better care for the Earth, ourselves, and each other.
It is worth remembering that our minds quite literally shape our reality. Conscious, mindful living is not one-size-fits-all, but some universal truths remain:
Inner peace is your true nature.
Experience is your teacher.
And love is undeniably who you long to remember you are.
My greatest hope is in our waking up, together.
May we discover the power of our own inner transformation.
May we awaken to the highest potential of our minds and hearts.
May we live with compassion and deep, appreciative interconnection.
May our journey be guided by the light of awareness and fierce determination.
May we illuminate the path towards equanimity and our collective evolution.
And may all people experience kindness, healing, and freedom.
With gratitude and warmth,
Katie
