Having experienced reproductive loss herself, Michaelene founded Life Perspectives with the vision to facilitate healing around the world. Today that vision continues to be fulfilled in Life Perspectives’ international outreach. Michaelene’s passion is unwavering. She is continually inspired at Life Perspectives by the individuals who trust us with their stories and the professionals and leaders who are motivated to help them.

Katie is the primary point of contact for organizations who partner with Life Perspectives for training. Just recently, Katie not only helped facilitate our outreach to Ukraine, she helped to successfully train psychologists, social workers, clergy and representatives of NGOs from across the country.Katie is inspired by Life Perspectives’ impact, not only on individuals but on entire organizations.

Sandra leads communications for Life Perspectives. She helps others understand Life Perspectives’ mission, goals, values and successes related to providing comfort to anyone dealing with reproductive loss. With expertise in brand, imaging, publicity and messaging, her communications help bring Life Perspectives’ healing mission and message to the world.

Chenayle is new to Life Perspectives in 2020, but comes with over 13 years of business experience. She works with the CEO to make sure she is aware of project progression, internal processes, and scheduled meetings. Chenayle also oversees the Operations Department and manages HR responsibilities. She enjoys helping the team dream up new ideas and puts them into practice by arranging the right resources. Chenayle values Life Perspectives for the comfort and hope they help provide to those impacted.

Kathryn is dedicated to coordinating perinatal bereavement care training within the medical community. As a nurse practitioner with clinical experience in adult medicine, hospice, and pregnancy consultation, she brings a unique focus to the training programs and Life Perspectives' team. Kathryn is passionate about evidenced based medicine and would like to broaden the science of reproductive grief care.

Sharon is a gifted teacher and professional who brings a wealth of knowledge about grief and loss, thus ensuring we offer cutting-edge continuing education courses to mental health professionals. She’s passionate about encouraging professionals to grow in their knowledge of disenfranchised grief. In addition to teaching LP’s CE courses, Sharon assists in certifying trainers. Sharon is inspired by working with a team that genuinely cares for those hurting from reproductive losses.

Carol is based in Dallas and has been a huge part of our expansion into Texas. She has spearheaded our Train the Trainer Program and ensures Life Perspectives’ training constantly reaches to ever higher levels.Carol is inspired by the many people who have shared their story and the steps they have taken towards healing with Life Perspectives.

Alexandria is our fundraising guru and loves partnering with Life Perspectives' supporters in order to eliminate the silent suffering that far too many men and women endure after a reproductive loss. Alexandria began her career in the corporate world before enthusiastically jumping into the nonprofit world.

When it comes to everything computers, Dietrich is our guy. He is our IT specialist extraordinaire. In addition, Dietrich maintains the online resources that hundreds of thousands have utilized to get the help and information they need. Dietrich is inspired that Life Perspectives takes a “unique approach to an issue that many don't even consider in the first place. We are innovators in language and training.”

When it comes to office efficiency, Lauralee is the mastermind. She is committed to excellence in service and takes care of the little details that make a big difference. Lauralee is personable and is often the first to greet our callers and visitors. Lauralee is inspired by Life Perspectives’ multifaceted approach to healing from pain and how it empowers individuals to tell their stories.

Sara has a passion for the mission of Life Perspectives. Sara comes to Life Perspectives with more than 20 years of experience in the education and healthcare fields, as well as leading and managing sales teams. She received her first two degrees from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and attended graduate school at Missouri State University, where she worked on research with newborn hearing screening measures. Most recently she spent time as a school administrator and middle school teacher in San Diego. As for her role with Life Perspectives, Sara whole-heartedly believes that our training and research is necessary for families and the healthcare fields, and she is excited to bring her own experiences to benefit others.

As the Bookkeeper, Carolina oversees Life Perspectives' financial data and compliance by maintaining accurate books on accounts payable and receivable, and works closely with the treasurer to create and analyze financial reports. She also translates Life Perspectives resources into Spanish. Carolina is inspired by hearing of individuals’ decisions to let go of their pain and knowing that she’s been able to contribute to their healing journeys.

Premala brings a wealth of knowledge and clinical experience on reproductive grief to Life Perspectives. In addition to developing new content, she oversees Life Perspectives' collaborative research projects. Premala is dedicated to creating a standard of care for reproductive grief and loss in the healthcare field.

As a Certified Instructor with Life Perspectives, Tanya is passionate for training and encouraging others on how to become a safe place for those grieving reproductive loss. Tanya is also the Director of Reproductive Grief Care and Education at her local pregnancy medical clinic where she sees first-hand how the grief education and healing language taught in our classes benefits the client and the advocates that serve them.

Tricia is based in Nashville but loves to develop on-going relationships with individuals and organizations where ever they may be. As a Life Perspectives instructor and former Pregnancy Clinic Director, it’s her joy to work with organizations and help them to better serve their community in a practical and compassionate way. For Tricia, the best part of her job is offering a safe place for others to share their story.

Rebecca Capuano serves as Staff Counselor and Reproductive Loss Coordinator at the Blue Ridge Women’s Center in Roanoke, Virginia. She has spent her career in the human services field, with specific focus on at-risk youth. Personal experience with loss has led to her passion for providing education and support related to those who have experienced reproductive loss themselves, as well as those who seek to be a safe place for people who are grieving.

Svetlana has been the President of “Lydia – A Beating Heart” in Macedonia since she founded it in 2012. She has a University degree in French Language and Literature. Prior to starting this organization, she taught the Macedonian language to foreigners and worked as a translator. She has attended multiple trainings and conferences with Heartbeat International and is LAS certified.