Kathy Morris

 
Kathy Morris is a natural creative channel who shares her gifts with the world through her poetry, writing and energy work. As a survivor of incest and domestic violence, her experiences gave her a unique perspective while working as one of the first 100 women on the Philadelphia police force. She saved lives and brought compassion and humanity to the community while experiencing sexual harassment and racial discrimination from her fellow officers. She persevered for 12 years until she was hit by a car while on duty. This disabling event was the catalyst for unearthing the childhood trauma that began a 15 year journey of traditional and nontraditional talk therapy. As a result she was able to find joy, forgiveness and the artist within. In 2000, she established Inner Journeys, a holistic healing practice to provide support, healing and coaching to the community. She uses art and writing as healing tools.
 
She published her first book of poetry, Inner Journey the Birth of a Poet in 2008 and collaborated with Stephen Wise-Katreil to create a musical CD under the same title. Her second book of poems, Inner Journey the Walk of a Poet, a collection of prayers, observation, and life experiences is included in Up from the Ashes. In 2010, a chapter of Up From the Ashes, was included in the anthology, The Journey of Healing, Wisdom from Survivors of Sexual Abuse.
 
She continues to paint and is now working on her third book of poetry, Inner Journey, the Voice of a Poet.