"CONNECTING HEARTS  AND SOULS AND MINDS WITH LOVE"

 
I realized years ago that if I wasn't doing something I felt passionate about, then I was not "walking my path". So after many years in Corporate America, much of that as a Paralegal, I reevaluated my life and what truly gave me a deep sense of happiness, contentment, satisfaction and accomplishment. This brought me back to the animals (it's always been the animals) and helping them and their beloved people. I looked closely at how I could be of service in a way that would resonate peacefully within me and be beneficial to not only those I assist, but to myself as well (meaning: something I would love to do and not consider it "work"). The result was the services I currently provide (which will continue to expand or change over time, see Services Offered page).

I truly love helping animals and people in whatever way I can. I do wish I were five of me, or days were 48 hours long, so I could get more done! Assisting people and animals in various ways is in alignment with my life path, is my contribution to the Universe (i.e. being in service to others to bring enlightenment, knowledge, comfort, guidance, encouragement, or whatever is needed, to the best of my ability), and an expression of my appreciation for the divinity within each of us.

With Max (foreground) and  Barney (background)

Background

I've been a student of metaphysical and spiritual (not religious) matters since the late 1980's. (See below for credentials, training, etc.). I am clairvoyant, clairaudient, clairsentient, and an empath (am sensitive to energies and vibrations in people, places and objects).

Being an intuitive all my life, my telepathic ability (with animals) and ability to connect with others' guides, angels, and Higher Self (intuitive guidance sessions) does not seem at all strange to me. But letting others know about it was a different matter! Exploring this intangible realm over many years has been a joy-filled, humbling, heart-opening experience.  I had to overcome my fear of society's viewpoint of what "intuitive" means. Well, we're all intuitive. We're ALL intuitive. This is an innate ability, not something the "gifted few" possess. Re-learning to communicate telepathically (I shut it down for a number of years because it wasn't acceptable to talk about in "polite society") took some time because I had to overcome fear about being Who I Am (capitalized because that's how the animals present themselves to me -we're ALL capitalized!). It took time and practice to learn to quiet my mind, to trust my inner knowing; to trust myself to be safe in those quiet spaces (mind chatter keeps you from focusing on your inner being, your centered place, your connection to All That Is). I find that operating from my intuitive self, and trusting the guidance I receive, is the best gift I can give myself and others.

I am listed on Ms. Penelope Smith's Directory of Animal Communicators.  Ms. Smith and Jeri Ryan, PhD, a practicing psychologist who has communicated with animals for many years, are internationally renowned for their work and their training programs, and are deeply respected pioneers in this field.  Both of these amazing women have been fabulous teachers and mentors for me, as has Ms. Valarie Heart, another internationally recognized communicator who also trained with Ms. Smith.   My sincerest and deepest thanks to them for their compassion and support, wisdom and knowledge, and encouragement during my training.   And a special thank you to Dr. Ryan for the Zen Board technique -- I can no longer hide behind my doubt and fear!  What a tremendous gift you gave me with that simple lesson.

I love my work, and am very committed to opening others to this amazing way of connecting with their animal companions. Healthy skepticism is understandable, and I gladly welcome questions about this topic.  I have no need to convince anyone that telepathic communication with animals is real, valid, or believable; you'll find several case testimonials here on my site of how animal communication has been helpful in resolving emotional and behavioral issues and addressing physical issues.  If you are skeptical or unsure whether such communication can occur, I  encourage you to ask questions, research my work and that of other communicators, and read any of the books available on this subject (see Resources-Media-Books and Tapes).  Doing so just might change your life forever! 

 Basic and Counseling/Problem Solving Communication Courses, Assisi International Animal Institute (Jeri Ryan, PhD), Oakland, California

Advanced I Communication Course, Penelope Smith, Point Reyes, California

 Basic Communication Course (Ms. Smith's program), Valarie Heart, San Antonio, Texas

Energy Clearing and Rebalancing Modalities:  trained in Emotional Release Intensive (ERI) and
Angelic Frequency Healing; Reiki Master

Bach and Wild Earth Animal Essences Practitioner

Many years of courses, training and practical experience in Psychic, Metaphysical, and Animal Subjects and Animal Care

Lifelong telepathic and psychic abilities; Ordained Minister

Professional

Contributed to "Awakening to Animal Voices", a wonderful book by Dawn Baumann Brunke www.animalvoices.net

Listed on Penelope Smith’s International Directory of Animal Communicators

Author of published articles regarding animal communication, holistic animal care, and vibrational essences:

Holistic Horse, Natural Horse Magazine, Organic Equine, New Zealand Kennel Club Gazette and others

Teacher (workshops and lectures) in the U.S. and internationally

Host of "Animal Corner", internet radio show, on www.healthylife.net, 2004-2006

Author of "Kat's Journal", free monthly email newsletter

(ISSN 1930-028X - Library of Congress, National Serials Data Program)

Media

Appearance in "Duncan's Story", an episode of the show "A Pet Story", on Animal Planet (July 2003)

WOAI news radio, November 2003 (San Antonio, Texas)

San Antonio Express-News, November 2003 (San Antonio, Texas)

Interviewed for www.mypetsnetwork.com, April 2005

Von Braschler's show, "Healing With Our Pets", on MyRealBroadcast Entertainment Network,

June 2005 (internet radio)

98 The Beach (radio), September 2005 (Ontario, Canada)

Channel A TV News, September 2005 (Ontario, Canada)

The Jill Dahne Show (radio and internet radio), AM 1470 WWNN, October 2005 (Boca Raton, FL/worldwide)

ParrotChat Podcast, October 2005, www.scritches.com

WOAI TV news, November 2005 (San Antonio, Texas)

KSAT-12 TV news, February 2006 (San Antonio, Texas)

Orb Magazine, March 2006 (England)

KZEP 104.5 radio, March 2006 (San Antonio, Texas)

San Antonio Express-News, March 2006 (San Antonio, Texas)

Go Vegan Texas! Radio Show, August 2006 (based in Houston, Texas)

Von Braschler's show, "Healing With Our Pets", October 2006 (on MyRealBroadcast Entertainment Network,

radio stations in CA and GA, and podcast, also posted on KidsChannel.ca and www.myrealbroadcast.com)
Rob's Country, CTV, November 2006 (New Zealand)

The Collecting Ring, August 2007 (New Zealand)

San Antonio Express-News, March 2008 (San Antonio, Texas)

Member and Supporter

Weimaraner Club of America; Texas co-coordinator for the Weimaraner Rescue Railroad.

 Supporter of various rescue groups around the country, and donate services to same; National Humane Society;

ASPCA; Animal League Defense Fund; Natural Resources Defense Council;
EarthJustice Legal Defense Fund; In Defense of Animals.

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