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kacie ko

certified life coach

Hi, I’m Kacie.

I have always been fascinated by the human brain. Why does it think the way it does? Why do we respond the way we do? Can we change it?

I believe that the Lord has a beautiful plan for your life. I believe that He has constructed you in His image and gifted you uniquely from the next person. The way you think and the actions you take directly effect your results. He has His mighty hand on you, and if you lean into His calling, He will lead the way.

My story is filled with twists and turns, bumps, valleys, pain, heartbreak, and trauma… but it is also filled with joy, peace, gratitude, success, movement, and purpose. For many years, I have helped women walk through their stories. I have helped guide them to the best result they can have utilizing The Word and the truth God shares about them and their circumstance. I personally know how coaching has helped me overcome the challenges and roadblocks stopping me from stewarding the beautiful life I have to its fullest. It works. As I have done the work and experienced the results, now I want to help you too.

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• F O U R T E E N •

She sings at the top of her lungs and marches to the beat of her own drum. She’s a lap sitter, a great hugger, and a joy bringer. Music is her love language… and although Cocomelon and The Planet Song are still staples… this year she’s found a love for Christian music. We pray that God would speak to her through music and He has! Being a teen is hard! Especially when you struggle to communicate… But she’s navigating through it every day. You have changed all of our lives Paislie Kay. None of us would be who we are without you. 💗 You are a blessing from the Lord and we love you! Happy Birthday 🎂

This is one of her most requested songs… (🥹)

From silly clips to serious breakthroughs, this journey has been full of heart.
Sharing my life was never just about me — it was about building a space for us.
Today, as a life coach, I’m honored to help others build their own lives with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of joy.

If you are seeking 1:1 help to move AHEAD… I’m your girl! And I’d love it. 💗 Check out the link in my bio for more!

#lifecoachingtips #autismmoms #bestyes #lifecoachingworks #getunstuck

This coaching gig has been so incredible.

As I get ready to drop off a donation basket that includes an 8 week coaching package for our school’s auction this morning, 🧺🌸 I was looking through testimonies and came across this text.

Sometimes you’ll see me post about someone’s career change, their schedules needing a tuneup, or setting boundaries with a friend or family member…

This client, however, told me “I want to know Jesus. I want to know who I am… who did He create me to be?” We have worked on new habits to help her dive deeper in her relationship with the Lord, bringing to the light past struggles, praying consistently, letting go of limiting beliefs, digging up the meaning of Bible verses to uncover truth, and surrendering the hurt and pain and shame to Jesus.

He has done a life transformation in her these past 8 weeks. I can’t wait to see what will happen in the next 8.

Sometimes you just need someone to guide you through the questions, hold you accountable, reveal new ideas, and help you process the progress. That’s what I’m here for. 💗

What is one thing you need to say no to this season? 👇🏼

#lifecoachingworks #jesusfirst #lifecoachingtips #sayingno #bestyes #hewillcarryyou #heisgood

Message me to inquire.

I’m ready when you are 🫶🏼

I remember the day my children were diagnosed with autism. The flood of emotions…fear, uncertainty, love, and fierce protection. It was overwhelming. I wanted to do everything right, but the weight of the unknown was heavy.

Through the sleepless nights, the therapy appointments, and the moments of joy, I learned something powerful: I wasn’t just my child’s advocate—I had to fight for the part of me I was losing too. (This took time. I lost all sense of who I was and who God was calling me to be for years)

As a life coach and an autism mom, I’ve discovered that caring for myself is necessary. No… not self care in the way of “I deserve”… I don’t deserve anything and that’s why I am so thankful for my Lord and Savior. But I have learned that when I toss my own basic needs down the drain and lose site of how important it is to be in a good place… I’m not honoring Him or the life He gave me.

I’ve learned that my child doesn’t need a perfect mom, just a present one. That takes intentional work when you’re drowning. The moment I embraced my faith, my growth, my confidence, and peace, I became the mom my child needed. (My husband too)

To every parent out there that is battling something that feels big: You can do this. You are able to find joy in the midst of it. And you are not alone.

Tag a fellow parent who needs to hear this today.

#autismmoms #lifecoachingtips #specialneedsparent #youcandohardthings

I teach about thinking a lot… how we think about our situation determines our results… and retraining your brain matters. This is how one thought changed the game for me…

I have shared the absolute heavy burden of paperwork and meeting schedules that are assigned to parents of children with autism before.

When I think about it I can feel my body tense up, my nervous system start to panic internally, as my brain tries to process the to do list. The constant emails, appointments, phone calls, papers… it could be a full time job. IYKYK.

As if parents of special needs kids don’t have enough on their plates as it is… we are supposed to be up to date on policy changes, respond immediately, follow up on others as they do their jobs all to hopefully get an approval for your child to have access to something helpful. Again and again in a never ending battle.

Some of you know that I hired my own life coach before launching my business. It was one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself, my marriage, my faith, and my kids… and as I sat there talking about this to her I would say “I have to do it… there’s no way around it” and she said this….

“No you don’t.”

What do you mean? Yes I do! If they are going to get any services or help I have to.

“You don’t have to. Plenty of moms don’t. But you… you WANT to. Because you want your kids to have the best. It isn’t happening to you… This is your choice Kacie.”

🤯🤯🤯

She was right. It IS hard. It DOES suck sometimes. But I chose it and would choose it again and again.

Yesterday I sat on the phone with one of my most dreaded calls of the year. I thought about it differently. I’m choosing this for my kids and it’s an honor to be the one advocating for them. What a gift that there are services available to them. This may seem like a small switch… but everytime I flip that thought and start to rewire my brain, it gets easier to be grateful.

Next time you’re feeling stressed about something you “have to do”… ask yourself “do I? Or am I choosing to?” If you need help with this… I can help you. 🥰

🎶 music is Paislie’s favorite song that she likes to play on repeat. 😂

Good morning friend! ☀️

I’m here to help you break through the doubts, fears, and roadblocks holding you back from the life you know you’re meant to live. As a life coach, I guide ambitious, growth-minded individuals like you to gain clarity, build confidence, and take action toward your goals—whether that’s in your career, relationships, mindset, or personal fulfillment. I am taking on new clients in March and April… and just maybe one of those is YOU.

✨ Here’s how I can support you:
✔️ Help you identify and overcome limiting beliefs
✔️ Provide accountability and strategies for real progress
✔️ Guide you in creating a life aligned with your purpose
✔️ Empower you to take bold, confident action

If you’re ready to step into your next level, let’s connect! Drop a “YES” in the comments or DM me, and let’s start this journey together.

It might feel good at first. But without any constructive action or an effort to problem solve, it can actually worsen your mood, your mental health, and increase stress.

I remember sitting in the reality of my children’s diagnosis of autism and just wanting to cry and complain. For hours. It is understandable to be honest, and there is a place to verbally process. But how would we ever move on without a solution? The truth is we wouldn’t… and either will you. I want to encourage you to find ways to look at each situation through a different lens. One that will grow and help you gain tools for your toolbelt in tricky times. My dream for you is that you would feel the confidence you need to stand up tall and tackle whatever is in front of you with the Lord’s help. I pray you’ll feel joy seep through the cracks in your heart, and create solutions to better days.

We can’t control every circumstance. But we can control how we think about them and in turn what we choose to do.

The way they interact with their teen sister isn’t how most siblings would… but the kids continue to find ways to enter her world, make her smile, and find joy.

We have always taught them that God placed them here… in this family, with her on purpose and for a purpose. Embrace it. He has so much to teach all of us!

How do your typical children interact with your special needs child?

I used to live in that camp too…

The “someday I want to…” , “I should really start…”, “if only I …”

And you know what? It got me no where.

I’m here to encourage you… no matter what the circumstances are that are holding you back… you should be intentional and DO SOMETHING about it.

Make the change. If you need help getting unstuck… that’s what I’m here for!

Wake up at 4, make coffee, Bible time, get ready. Pack up the kids, drop them all off, set up our son’s homeschool, tackle my big 3 tasks of the day. All before 9:30 am. Every day.

Routines have shown to improve sleep quality, reduce stress, protect against mental illness, and make you 18% more likely to achieve your goals.

Do you have one? Share it below.

Do you need help setting one up? That’s what I’m here for.

He is always working. He is guiding you. He is shaping you. He loves you.

Listen. 💗

It wasn’t always this way.🤍There was a time when I felt lost, uncertain, and overwhelmed by life’s challenges. In fact, I spent years wondering if I’d ever be able to get out from under the weight of my own doubts and fears.

I believed the lie that I had to be perfect. That everything had to look a certain way to be accepted or loved. I found value in my achievements. But the reality? Life isn’t perfect—and I learned that soon. I struggled with self-doubt, anxiety, and burnout. Marriage, parenting, career, friendships… none of it was what I expected. There were days I felt like I wasn’t enough, that I just had to work harder and then ___. There were lonely days, confusing days, empty days, and days that that I just didn’t feel equipped to handle.

But as I faced adversity, (autism, job loss, husband with depression, loss of people, etc) something began to shift.

Slowly, I started to ask myself different questions:
“What if this challenge was an opportunity for growth?”
“What if I could change the way I view myself and the world around me?”
“What if I let God be God?”

It wasn’t overnight. I took small steps—practicing prayer, new routines, self-compassion, challenging negative thoughts, and seeking help. Over time, I saw a transformation: I started believing that I was indeed created for more… on purpose & for a purpose.

That’s when I realized that my struggles weren’t a setback; they were a stepping stone. 🙌🏼 Everything I had gone through had given me the wisdom and empathy I needed to help others facing their own challenges. My life changed for good.

I wanted to empower other women to recognize where they could grow, to break through the limiting beliefs that were holding them back, and to step into their full potential. The same way I had done.

Today, I’m proud to stand here as a life coach—knowing that my struggles didn’t define me, but shaped me into who I am today. If you’re facing your own obstacles, remember this: adversity is often the path to discovering something beautiful. Don’t give up on yourself. You can grow and the Lord has beautiful plans for you. I’d love to walk along side of you as you make new goals in 2025. 🤍

Dividing and conquering is what we do best!

If I need to reset the kitchen, tackle a load of laundry, or vacuum… I need to do it in peace. Not only am I more efficient… but it’s like therapy to have control over something when sometimes your world feels out of control 90% of the time.

I give my hubby the look and he takes those kiddos downstairs to play!

I listen to an audio book and try to put my life back together.

Setting up a system like this reduces overwhelm and I highly recommend it. Moms need space to think and be too. 💖

Do you have something set up to allow you the space you need to reset?

💚❤️💙

Joy is found in legos, marble runs, and drawing for this kid. We recommend helping your child find interests that suit them best even if it isn’t what you imagined!

What do your kids with autism like best?

• R E L A X E D •

Every year we choose a word to focus on for the upcoming year… it’s more than a resolution or an “I hope to___”, it’s a focus. When circumstances change, or things stay the same… how will I change? What is the Lord working on in me right now? Where am I weak that I could grow stronger? What is He teaching me?

You get to choose. Will you grow into a better version of yourself this year or….? Sit on the sidelines and watch the game play out… or get in there and learn something. Your choice. I recommend you play.

It’s a sure thing 1 year from now you’ll be better.

Happy New Year. 🌱🎀

She has stared at every reflection in every window, mirror, television, door handle, and glass picture frame to look at herself, pose, dance, make faces, smile, and twirl since she was 1.

She may have severe autism but she loves herself most of all!

If you have a child with autism, do they do this?

If you’re still looking for a last minute gift for the woman in your life that is always looking to be better or get unstuck … this may be it! (This is also the best gift you can give yourself as you look ahead to 2025)

Packages are 30% off now-12/26 and include a gift certificate graphic you can print for a card or email to your friend or loved one! Appointments will start as early as the end of January!

Message me for more information! I’m happy to answer your questions and get this to you as soon as possible! 🎄 I’m ready to help!

Merry Christmas!

What helps you manage the holidays with your child? Share below! Together, we can support one another!!! 👇🏼🎄

#autismmoms #autismparent #christmastimeiscoming #sensoryoverload #learntopivot #autisticteen
#mindfulparenting

• S E V E N •

The littlest sister. The one I was shocked to find out about when I was already nearing my 2nd trimester. The one none of us expected and Gods greatest JOY. She shines in everything she does. She has become an easy going friend, a helpful girl, and cares so deeply for everyone. The girl has poses for every occasion and fashion is her love language… most of all, the Lord blessed her with the funniest personality. Our lives are brighter and a whole lot less serious because of her. She’s my mini and my sweetest girl. Happy Birthday Mavie girl!

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Let’s talk about this quote. Do you want to make an income for your family? That may mean a trade off of extra time or dropping a hobby or two. Do you want more time with your family? That could mean dropping a job or external commitment for that…

Canceling plans to be there for a friend…

Choosing the Christmas cookies means putting that diet on hold…

Choosing the healthy options means saying no to that extra dessert.

You want to be disciplined in reading your Bible? Waking up early means less sleep.

We are constantly making choices. Our yeses and nos change the outcomes and direction of our lives. The path can change with a simple choice. The question is, are you aware of your choices? What are you prioritizing over something else? If you truly made that choice… would it be worth the trade-off?

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If you have been stuck, feeling like there is something more you just aren’t tapping into, needing some guidance and practical steps to get there, overwhelmed with life or your circumstances , but you don’t want to stay there and you’re ready to work to make 2025 better than 2024… this is your chance to book for 50% off.

I work with women making career changes, building their businesses, setting boundaries around personal relationships, changing their mindset in their marriage to help them be intentional in growing closer to their spouse, to moving past their past so they can unlock what’s ahead, to diving deeper in their faith, building habits, and undoing the lies that keep them stuck in their life.

Coaching is for the woman that wants more… and just needs help getting there. It’s my greatest joy to walk along side of you. 💖

Husbands… this is a GREAT gift for your wife this Christmas. You’ll be so thankful too!

Marker tattoos, full plates of candy corn, private movie showings in the porch, and very low expectations…

We have learned… whatever works for her makes for a much happier day for us! Feet on the table and being covered in marker it is… and none of us are complaining! 😉 I hope you all had a great day!

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 We are thankful for each of you that make our lives richer. God is so good. We pray blessings over your families today!

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Lead him to Jesus. 🙌🏼

Only He can set them free from anxiety, show them the purpose and value He set out for them, and give them an eternity free from disability. You and your typical children need Him… but so do your children with autism. Allow room for the Lord to work through your precious kiddos. Encourage them to create relationship with Him.

And yes… even your non-verbal kiddos. Our daughter may not have a conversation with us, but we play music all night in her room… pray over her out loud every night… and she wakes up singing praises to our God almost every morning. 🙌🏼 I trust the Holy Spirit to meet her in her own way.

Here is my encouragement to seek Him first. Always. No matter what.

Buddy, do you want to try riding a bike? Do you want to go to the park and try the swings? Let’s go down a water slide. Try one bite of this dinner…

With the greatest fear and the most crippling anxiety… No.

Fast forward to now, so you want to try ___? Yes! Let’s try it!

His large and fine motor still are developing, and both the physical and emotional pieces of this are truly hard… but after years of focusing on his self-confidence, I’m happy to report that Jace is a yes man to the things that require extra bravery.

If you are parenting an anxious kiddo, know that there is room for growth and so many wins ahead. Working in building them up in a world that tries to tear them down is one of the best things you can give them. Keep going!

and he was confident, excited, prepared, and anxiety free.

If you would have asked me 10 years ago if I thought he would be off to a church retreat without a blip of anxiety, I would have said I didn’t know if we’d ever get here.

Tonight he listed all of the things he would do, what he hoped to learn, and what he was most excited for. He told me that the only feelings he felt was excitement. 🥹 Just 3 years ago he arrived to a retreat and within hours had to turn around and come home due to the sensory overload. Wow. I am just in awe of the progress he has made over the years. What an incredible kid.

If you’re in the early years trying to navigate every change with tender care, here is some hope. It may just turn out ok afterall. 🫶🏼

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