My Journey from Loss to Living
Hi, I'm Lisa
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I was a happy mom, wife, and healthcare professional until my world was forever changed when my 17-year-old daughter, Katie, was tragically taken in a car accident. In that moment, everything I knew shifted. The grief was overwhelming, and I often wondered if my little family could ever find a way forward. But with time—and a lot of heart—we learned how to keep going.
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At first, I worried that working through my grief would somehow break my connection with Katie, or that others would think I had “moved on.” I was scared that healing might make the pain even harder. Thankfully, I’ve since learned that leaning into grief can actually deepen love and connection.
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In 2019, I poured my journey into my book, Journey to HEALING, and later became a certified grief educator under the mentorship of David Kessler.
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Nothing will ever replace Katie, but I’ve found comfort and purpose in helping other moms walking this path. Through my own experience, I discovered tools and strategies to manage grief—tools I share in my blog and podcast—that have brought healing to my heart and mind.
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I focus especially on supporting moms who have lost teens or young adults because this kind of loss carries its own unique heartbreak—the grief for who they were and the life that won’t be. If you’re looking for compassionate, personalized support, learn more about my grief mentoring and community.
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I’m also passionate about supporting the professionals who walk alongside grieving families. Through my speaking engagements and workshops, I offer guidance and tools to help caregivers provide meaningful support in difficult moments.
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Grief is a journey no one should walk alone. I believe that community, connection, and kindness are vital as we navigate the ups and downs. If you’re ready, let’s walk this path together.
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Meet my daughter Katie
Katie was my firstborn and from the moment she arrived, I was in love. She was THE easiest baby a mom could ever ask for, but as she grew, she definitely had a mind of her own! She was, without a doubt, one of the most stubborn and determined people I’ve ever known. When Katie set her mind to something, consider it done — no questions asked. That fierce will shaped everything she did.
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She had the kind of laugh that filled a room — loud, contagious, and full of joy. And boy, could she rant! Katie was the spark that made everyone around her smile, laugh, and sometimes even roll their eyes in affectionate exasperation. She had a way of lighting up a room with her humour and heart.
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Katie was in grade 12 when she died. She had just been accepted into the nursing program at the University of Regina—a calling she was born to follow. She was destined for incredible things, with a heart as big as her dreams. Kind, hardworking, fun-loving, and yes, a little bit goofy too — all the things that made her uniquely Katie.
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I carry her in my heart every single day. She’s the reason I wrote Journey to HEALING. Katie’s passion for helping others and lifting people up is woven through every page. I truly believe she would want me to continue that work—bringing hope and healing to those who need it most.
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A little-known fact: The “K” in Lisa K. Boehm isn’t my middle initial—it’s for Katie. I wanted her to be on the cover of my book and in every step of my healing journey. She’s forever a part of this work and my life.
