CoachRev, End-of-Life, Grief, and Resilience Coach

05/26/2026

Where are you in your grief today?

I am truly wrestling. My service dog Shadow died very unexpectedly last week. Shadow was so mch more than a pet or a companion. As a SD he was with me 24 hours a day 7 days a week for many years. He saved my life when I felt I couldn't go on anymore. He helped me feel safe enough to be in public again. He helped me recover from severe PTSD and abandonment.

And now he's gone. I go from doing pretty well to having a simple reminder knock me off my feet again and again.

That's how it is with grief. It’s not a straight line. It’s an unpredictable wave that rolls in, sometimes when we least expect it.

Because CoachRev is built on walking through the dark places together, I want to practice what I teach and be honest about my own pain. I am in the thick of it right now.

If you are riding a wave of your own today, please know you aren't alone. Whether you are doing okay, completely knocked off your feet, or somewhere in between—where are you in your grief today? I'm here, and I'm listening

05/25/2026

This is one of my favorite stories from hospice!

05/15/2026

Grief doesn’t have a timeline. Healing doesn’t mean “getting over it.” Sometimes, the most powerful thing we can do is tell our story and allow ourselves to be heard.

I recently joined Angela on the 𝘼𝙬𝙖𝙠𝙚𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙎𝙤𝙪𝙡’𝙨 𝙅𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮 podcast to talk about navigating death, grief, resilience, and the emotional realities first responders face every day. We discussed the importance of processing emotions instead of suppressing them, how grief looks different for every person, and why support should meet people where they are.

I also shared the story of Shadow, my former service dog turned crisis response dog, and how he helped bring comfort and connection during one of the most heartbreaking tragedies I’ve witnessed.

If you’ve experienced loss, support others through grief, or simply want to better understand the human side of resilience, I hope this conversation speaks to you.

🎧 𝗟𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲:
https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c3fbe730-f67c-4aef-8c9f-afbb4265ddc5/

04/10/2026

Take a listen...
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HNpjZ9aNc/

Lee talks with Kate Butterly about her service dog Shadow, his devastating diagnosis and miracle cure. Together we celebrate Shadow's work with folks who are...

04/10/2026

Lee talks with Kate Butterly about her service dog Shadow, his devastating diagnosis and miracle cure. Together we celebrate Shadow's work with folks who are grieving.

Watch the full podcast on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/mrCnF0kR4JI?si=X-ixYN04Vp-Yemc4

Lee talks with Kate Butterly about her service dog Shadow, his devastating diagnosis and miracle cure. Together we celebrate Shadow's work with folks who are...

03/09/2026

Are you caring for a loved one? Then this conversation is for you.

“The Gifts of Grief: What Caregivers Need to Hear Right Now.”
CoachRev Lee's latest podcast interview with Mama Mable's Caregivers.

In this conversation we talk honestly about:
• the hidden grief caregivers carry
• why grief is not something to “fix”
• how love and grief are deeply connected

If you are caring for a spouse, parent, child, or friend — this conversation is for you.

You are not alone.

🎧 Listen here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjEG89LZzjY

And if you know a caregiver who needs encouragement today, please share this with them.

In this heartfelt episode of Mama Mable’s Caregivers Podcast, we sit down with Lee Atherton, a certified grief, end-of-life, and resilience coach who has spe...

01/18/2026

What did you carry this week that no one else saw?
No explanation needed.
Just gentle awareness.

🕯️ Share if it feels safe.

01/17/2026

Hmmm - I’m not sure I liked the one here. Let me try…
My personal insight this week is that Grief Sucks! It’s not a new insight by any means, but I’ve been reminded yet again that grief never truly ends. It changes; it becomes easier; but It. Never. Ends.
More than 20 years ago I said goodbye to my childhood sanctuary, a place of freedom, calm, renewal, and joy that had been a part of my life since birth. I grew up vacationing at “Put,” my grandparent’s land, and shared yearly vacations there with my own children.

Last week I learned of a distant family member’s death. Jeff was a cousin who also shared “Put” with us. Although he and I weren’t close, seeing his obituary that talked of “Grampy and Put” brought me right back to the pain and deep sadness I thought I had overcome.

🙏 What truth are you allowing yourself to feel today?

01/16/2026

Do you know a service dog owner? Encourage them to reach out and save a life!

🐾 Calling Service Dog Handlers 🐾

Has your service dog helped save your life—or changed it forever?

Phoenix Rising is inviting service dog owners to contribute a chapter to

✨ Phoenix Rising: Stories of Service Dogs Saving Lives ✨

Writing your story can be transformative.
Sharing brave words can change hearts.
Becoming a published author might change everything—including saving more lives.

You don’t need to be a writer.
You just need a story and the courage to share it.

🐕‍🦺 Your words can help fund future service dogs
💛 Your story can help someone feel less alone
📩 Interested in joining this life-saving collaboration?

Comment “INFO” or send us a message to learn more.

Because stories—like service dogs—save lives.