Cathleen Elle

Suicide Loss Expert

Cathleen Elle is a transformational speaker, certified master coach and healer, visionary guide for sudden loss, suicide loss expert, author, and podcast co-host. By assisting people who have lost a child suddenly to move through layers of pain and trauma, and to break limiting beliefs, she revolutionizes lives. Her award-winning 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 an award winning, #1 international bestseller on Amazon. In addition, she has been featured as an expert on spiritual healing and wellness-related topics on ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX and many more.

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.

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 have lost a child suddenly in releasing the hold of trauma, igniting the light within, uniting the head with the heart, and realizing their unique purpose. She is a certified master success coach and a certified master 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, virtual group, and retreat assistance, Cathleen educates and inspires through public speaking engagements centered on suicide prevention, grief, and self-discovery, 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 in Eugene Oregon with two exceptionally enlightened cats and spends quality time with her daughter, Ashley exploring the infinite possibilities of life.

"I am living proof that it is possible to become whole in the wake of tragedy and loss — to rediscover joy through gratitude 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