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Kathy Gruver Coaching

Dr. Kathy Gruver has over 30 years of experience in health and wellness, beginning as a licensed massage therapist in California and expanding into Reiki, hypnotherapy, and a variety of coaching disciplines, including life, spiritual, couples, and psychedelic coaching. Certified as a Reiki master since 1996 and a hypnotherapist, Kathy’s approach is direct yet organic, often incorporating humor. She is an ACC-certified coach, trained at the Co-Active Training Institute (CTI), and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF). Her expertise includes stress reduction, mindfulness, communication, internal family systems, and navigating relationships with narcissists. Kathy holds a PhD in Natural Health with an emphasis on Mind/Body Medicine and has studied at the Benson Henry Institute for Mind-Body Medicine at Harvard. She is trained in Internal Family Systems, Compassionate Inquiry, and complex and childhood trauma, with extensive continuing education. As a motivational speaker, she has delivered over 300 talks worldwide, including two TEDx talks, sharing her deep knowledge of mind-body medicine, personal growth, and holistic wellness.

Business Information

Kathy Gruver

3040 State Street
Santa Barbara, California 93105, United States

drkathygruver@gmail.com
kathygruver.coach

Mobile Phone: (805) 680-1984

Hours of Operation

Monday
10:00am - 3:30pm
PDT
Tuesday
10:00am - 5:00pm
PDT
Wednesday
10:00am - 5:00pm
PDT
Thursday
11:00am - 5:00pm
PDT
Friday
10:00am - 5:00pm
PDT
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Transformational Life Coaching

Duration:

60 Minutes

Price:

$140.00

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Duration:

6 Sessions

Price:

$800.00

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Conditions Addressed

anxiety; career matters; depression; emotional overwhelm; grief; relationship issues; relaxation issues; self-love issues; spirituality issues; stress

Offering

When life feels overwhelming—whether due to illness, caregiving, grief, or personal change—it helps to have a grounded guide walking beside you. These 60-minute one-on-one coaching sessions offer compassionate support for navigating stress, emotional overload, relationship challenges, life transitions, and spiritual awakening. Designed specifically for those affected by cancer, this work helps you reconnect with your inner wisdom and strength during times of uncertainty.

As an Associate Certified Coach (ACC) with over 30 years of study in mind-body medicine and human behavior, I draw on a wide range of tools including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral tools, and Compassionate Inquiry. My sessions are infused with honesty, insight, and often, humor—because I believe laughter truly is medicine.

What to expect from your sessions:

  • Support for emotional overwhelm, grief, or stress related to illness or caregiving.
  • Tools for spiritual growth and awakening, drawn from teachings of Eckhart Tolle, Thich Nhat Hanh, and other spiritual guides.
  • Real, down-to-earth conversations—expect powerful questions and gentle truth-telling.
  • Homework and accountability to keep you moving toward your goals.
  • Optional guided meditations or hypnosis journeys, personalized to your needs.
  • A space to feel seen, supported, and more connected to yourself.

Having lost my own mother to cancer at a young age, I have a deep understanding of the emotional complexities surrounding chronic and terminal illness. It is an honor to support others on this path—you do not have to walk it alone.

Engagement Method

In-Person
Virtual

Additional Information

• Consultation Required - Please contact me to schedule a 10-15-minute complimentary consultation.

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