Kristi Gaultiere

Kristi Gaultiere, PsyD, is a licensed professional counselor (LPC4 in California), marriage and family therapist (MFT29887 in California), and spiritual director who was mentored by Jane Willard. Her empathy and vulnerable speaking style articulate not only her knowledge and wisdom in life and leadership but also her genuine love for Jesus and people. With her husband, Bill, she cofounded and leads Soul Shepherding, a nonprofit that has trained over three thousand leaders and learners in five-day retreats and features a certificate in spiritual direction. They cohost the Soul Talks podcast and speak at churches and conferences. They have authored many books, including Journey of the Soul and Deeply Loved. Kristi has three adult children and seven grandchildren, and lives in Irvine, California.