Having graduated from Oregon State University with degrees in Health and Physical Education, Kathy has been teaching in one form or another for over twenty years. In 1984 she began a career in Physical Therapy, where she has helped people from all walks of life in their efforts to overcome disease and injury to reach their full potential.  Kathy has a keen interest in neurophysiology and the role of stress and traumatic experiences on health and behavior.  She has completed post graduate training in Biofeedback, Sensory Integration, Myofascial Release, and Cranial Sacral Therapy.

Kathy's introduction to dog training began in 1991 when a slightly wild and wonderful Alaskan Malamute puppy came into her life!  Kathy and Spirit's partnership lead them to the obedience ring (yes, it wasn't easy, but they did earn a CD title), participation in flyball, agility, and as a visiting Therapy Dog/Handler team in hospitals and nursing homes.  Searching for a truly respectful and gentle approach to working with animals, Kathy and Spirit attended their first Tellington TTouch workshop with Linda Tellington-Jones in 1994.  The work resonated so much with Kathy that she went on to complete the first two-year TTouch Practitioner Certification Program, graduating in October 1996.  Kathy has since become an instructor in the program and has shared her creative and humorous teaching style in TTouch Trainings and workshops throughout the United States, in Canada, and Europe.  Her compassionate and skillful approach to working with dogs with aggression issues has been a tremendous help to many people.

Kathy currently resides in Stillwater, OK on a 40 acre "mini-farm" which is home to three dogs, five cats, and five horses.  Click here to view pictures!