/// Valiant ///
"Boldly Courageous; Brave; Stout-Hearted; Marked By Or Showing Bravery Or Valor; Heroic; Worthy; Excellent."
I believe every individual is called to, and capable of, living valiantly.
But let’s be honest…
Relationships are messy. Dreams get overshadowed by disappointments. Connection with self and others is often shattered by brokenness, or hindered by hurt. Fear can be overpowering. Insecurity, debilitating. And we seem to find ourselves lonely, discontent, or disconnected from the things that matter most. So, what in the world are we to do? How do we move from where we are, to where we want to be, when life is incredibly complicated and our circumstances feel so hopeless? Answering questions like these in my own life was the catalyst for Valiant Life, and the reason
why I became a Life Coach.
My Story
Chances are, my grief knows your grief. Cancer, child loss, unique life dynamics as a military family, and partner betrayal trauma have directly, and closely, marked my life and the lives of my dearest loved ones. My journey has been one of fervent pursuit toward discovering what it takes to truly heal, grow and thrive. Now, I am passionate about helping others find strength, hope, and purpose in the painful parts of their stories, too. I have been married to my husband for fifteen years, and together, we have four amazing kids. We make our home in beautiful, Bend, Oregon. I love Jesus, my incredible family and friends, the power of words, traveling, sunshine, humor, coffee, dance, all things beauty and design, and leading support groups for women. Author is next up on my bucket list!
Credential & Training
Kristianna holds a CACLC credential from International Christian Coaching Institute (ICCI).
Her training has been influenced by close mentorship from Dr. Gary & Barb Rosberg and their "Great Marriage Experience" Model, and instruction by Alita Reynolds of 'Women of Faith', as well as Strengths Coaching & Life Mapping by Dr. John Trent of 'Strong Families', and more.
Kristianna is APSATS BTRL Trained by Dr. Barbara Steffens, offering qualified support to partners navigating relational betrayal issues.
Her diligent, ongoing education is proof of her utmost dedication to fostering safety, healing and growth for every client.
Why Coaching?
Working with a coach has been proven to dramatically increase the likelihood that you will reach the success you desire in your life! Coaching provides a safe environment for encouragement, inspiration, strategy, development and feedback. All of which have the potential to bring about positive results across every area of your life.
A life coach is able to serve clients in any state, and country, in the world!
Counseling is often about looking in your past to process childhood traumas, family of origin issues, etc; and liscenced therapists are able to diagnosis mental health conditions.
Alternatively, Coaching is forward-thinking and results driven. Coaching is a phenomenal way to get help in one, or many, areas where you feel stuck, discontent, or discouraged. If you recognize there is something in your life that needs to change, but you're not sure where to start... coaching is the ticket!
As your coach, I will empathetically look with you in the "review mirror," so we can unpack what may be hurting you or holding you back, but the primary goal together will be focused on GROWTH... taking steps forward in your life toward a fulfilling and thriving future.