Dr. Katie Eastman, author of UPLIFTING: Inspiring Stories of Loss, Change, and Growth, is a licensed psychotherapist, transition life coach, and organizational consultant based in Anacortes, Washington. She specializes in leadership, grief, trauma, and compassionate change, providing support to individuals of all ages, including children, and organizations navigating significant life transitions. Dr. Eastman earned her education at Boston University School of Theology, the University of Houston School of Social Work Masters Program, and obtained a Doctorate in Clinical Child Psychology from Antioch University. Her professional journey includes roles focused on mental health, particularly with seriously ill children and adults, as well as their caregivers. Most recently, Dr. Eastman has been coaching individuals through personal and professional losses and transitions using her structured and practical Re-Create model. She empowers her clients to recognize and navigate both profound and everyday losses, guiding them to transform these experiences by clarifying personal and professional values and priorities. Dr. Eastman believes in using the pain of loss as an opportunity for positive change, helping individuals of all ages reaffirm and recreate meaning by revealing the skills, gifts, and talents they bring to the world. As an engaging author and storyteller, she is known for her authenticity and dedication to fostering personal growth and resilience. Learn more at: https;//www.drkatieeastman.com Purchase your copy of UPLIFTING: Inspiring Stories of Loss, Change, and Growth