Cathleen Elle is a visionary guide for parents shattered by suicide, transformational speaker, master coach and healer, loss expert, author, and podcast co-host. By assisting parents to move through layers of pain and trauma, and to break limiting beliefs, she revolutionizes lives. Her book, "Shattered Together: A Mother’s Journey From Grief to Belief" — equal parts inspirational memoir and practical guide for those struggling with loss of any kind — is a #1 bestseller on Amazon.
For more than twenty-five years, Cathleen served as a political leader in Vermont, working alongside the governor and as an elected legislator. During this time, she addressed the National Congress of Brazil on women and minorities serving in government, and the Israeli Knesset on behalf of a young political leaders group. She also lobbied for and led the Associated General Contractors of Vermont as executive vice president for nine years.
In March 2010, Cathleen's world was refocused when she lost her son to suicide. Through that shattering experience, she uncovered a powerful sense of self and a connection to the divine that motivated her to redesign her life — and to guide others in doing the same.
Today, Cathleen works with parents who are shattered by suicide of their child and are interested in releasing the hold of that trauma, igniting the light within, uniting the head with the heart, and realizing their unique purpose. She is a master certified success coach and a master energy healer specializing in Regenerating Images in Memory (RIM), a multi-sensory technique that facilitates mental, physical, and spiritual transformation.
In addition to providing personalized one-on-one and group assistance, Cathleen educates and inspires through public speaking engagements centered on suicide prevention, grief, self-discovery, and more at high schools, colleges, businesses, professional symposia, and a wide variety of other locations and events. She is also available for workshops, retreats, and creative partnerships.
As a collaborator, Cathleen has contributed to four inspirational anthologies, and she is a co-host of the weekly "Beyond Your Best Plan" podcast. She currently resides Eugene, Oregon, with two exceptionally enlightened cats and travels to the east coast often to visit her daughter.
"I am living proof that it is possible to become whole in the wake of tragedy and loss — to rediscover joy through forgiveness and connection. Wherever you are on your healing journey, no matter what you have endured, it is possible to live your life fully. Together, we can heal with mutual love and support."
— Cathleen Elle
