Katie, the visionary leader behind Self Reliance, brings an unparalleled depth of expertise and dedication to her work.
With a Bachelors in education, Katie possesses the rare ability to understand an individual’s unique learning style and needs, crafting personalized strategies that empower lasting success. Katie earned her Master’s degree in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, graduating with highest honors at the top of her class. Katie is not just a coach—she is a teacher in the truest sense, someone who sees potential where others see obstacles. With a foundation in education, she possesses an extraordinary gift for meeting individuals where they are and crafting custom-tailored approaches that guide them to where they want to be; ensuring that the path forward is not only effective but deeply meaningful…
She is the only coach that is able to combine the art of teaching with the science of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, while also possessing a background in fitness.
Katie’s approach is not one-size-fits-all; it is a masterfully designed, client-centered process that ensures every individual reaches their goals as well as purses the art of self reliance. With a diverse background that includes collegiate coaching, organizational psychology, personal training, yoga instruction, and mentorship, Katie has guided hundreds to achieve wellness, career longevity, and self-reliance. Her 100% success rate speaks to her unwavering commitment: Her guarantee that she will work tirelessly until you achieve the goals that matter most to you. After your time with Katie, you’ll not only have reached success—you’ll have mastered the tools to sustain it for a lifetime.
Her process is as personal as it is effective, ensuring every client achieves mastery over their health, mindset, and career. Katie merges cutting-edge research with a profound understanding of human potential to bridge the often-neglected gap between personal and professional development.
At Self Reliance, we specialize in bringing advanced, science-based workplace strategies from the field of Industrial and Organizational Psychology to a wider audience—beyond the few pioneering companies already benefiting from it. We know that a powerful mindset, improved fitness, and enhanced motivation are essential for lasting success.
Through principles rooted in Industrial and Organizational (I/O) Psychology, Self Reliance teaches how psychology, motivation, and overall well-being apply to every role and industry. I/O Psychology, often referred to as the "psychology of work and motivation," studies how people thrive in professional settings. We believe these insights can be applied universally to help people in all fields achieve both career longevity and personal fulfillment. our mission is to empower people across all industries with these proven strategies for personal and professional growth.
At Self Reliance, we see obstacles not as barriers, but as opportunities for growth disguised as problems yet to be solved. We believe that every obstacle—whether it’s managing your time, reducing stress, improving your health, or achieving work-life balance—is a solvable problem. The skills needed to overcome these challenges aren’t innate; they are learned, teachable, and attainable
This is where Industrial and Organizational Psychology becomes a powerful vehicle for transformation. Rooted in the science of human motivation and performance, I/O psychology equips us to help individuals across all industries develop the tools to thrive. At Self Reliance, our mission is to take these evidence-based strategies beyond the corporate world, using them to make meaningful, positive changes in as many lives as possible.
You haven’t solved the problem yet, not because you’re incapable… but because the right tools and insights simply haven’t been placed in your hands—
yet.