I’m Karen McKevitt, certified Life Coach, Certified CIJ - Insight for Life (Kids & Teens) Instructor and Board Certified Advocate in Special Education (BCASE).  I’ve volunteered with children and teens for 10 years before transitioning to this type of work.  

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Having worked with Girl Scouts as a Co-Leader, a Co-Den Leader for Cub Scouts,  I was front row watching my children grow through these experiences, while having the utter privilage of helping others in their group.  I often thanked parents for allowing me to the opportunity to partner with them on their child’s journey.

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While in a career transition, coaching found it’s way into my life.  Originally working with adults, a family reached out inquiring and my real journey began.  I even became a school bus driver during that time and had lots of opportunities to test my newfound skills! 

 

My volunteer time didn’t stop, of course.  For my son’s Boy Scout Troop, I am chair of their Board of Review Committee.  This allows me more time to ease fears of the process and ask questions in an undaunting way.  It’s a great way to encourage scouts during this time of their personal achievements. 

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As a mom of two teenagers, I’m in the storm of teenager moods and frustration.  Every teenager I work with is treated with kindness and love.  I’m mom first.  But, I get the benefit of not being every teenager’s parent, so I get to be a safe person to talk to.  I truly enjoy my work and wish I would have found it sooner!

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Credentials 

• 2020 Graduate of Health Coach Institute

  • Certified Life Coach​

  • Certified Health Coach

• 2023 Board Certified Advocate in Special Education (BCASE)

  • Certified with National Association of Special Education Teachers (NASET) and American Academy of Special Eduction Professionals (AASEP)​

• 2023 Certified Instructor for CIJ - Insight for Life​​