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Every journey has its starting point. Mine began at 7 months old when my birth mother made the impossible decision to put me up for adoption. After a short time in foster care, I became Beth Aileen McKay. This defining moment set the stage and shaped my lifelong journey of self-discovery and understanding.

In Grade 7, when art was substituted with math and science by parental decree, I found an unexpected ally in numbers, especially problem-solving.

That love for numbers and problem solving has served both my career and art. From Finance to the film industry to out-of-home advertising, to starting a print shop and being nationally sought for my expertise for creating 3-D advertising installations, I’ve had a colourful career.

In 2008, after stepping away from my print company, I faced what felt like the end of one path. But life had other plans for me and for the first time, I asked for help. And that changed everything. The direction of my life and career took a sharp left turn, well maybe a right turn, if you consider the function of each side of our brains.

Curiosity has always been my guide. During my life, it’s opened many doors and taken me on countless adventures. It led me first to psychotherapy training and ultimately coach training. This quest for knowledge and understanding has empowered me to support others in their search, offering a safe place for landing and growth.

But, what about being an artist, you ask? It resurfaced in 2014 when I sold my home and, on a whim, moved to Nova Scotia. Maybe it’s the rugged beauty of Peggy’s Cove, Cape Breton, or a combination of everything, but I’ve rediscovered an outlet for my creativity.

Today, my path is woven with interconnected strands. As an artist, I’m discovering joy in the tactile language of fiber art, where each texture tells its own story. These narratives extend beyond the design wall and into the stories I share, whether in workshops or one-on-one coaching sessions, guiding others to uncover their own creative and personal narratives.

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Parallel to the world of colours and creativity is my commitment to clarity and structure through bookkeeping. Throughout my entire career, I have been the steadfast companion for entrepreneurs, small businesses, and charities. With my deep-rooted understanding of bookkeeping, it allows me to bridge the gap between financial complexity and approachable solutions. With a solid track record of streamlining finances and ensuring accurate records, I’m dedicated to empowering others on their financial journey.

In every thread of my professional tapestry – be it the vibrancy of art, the sacred container of coaching, or the order of bookkeeping – I seek to bring peace, understanding and happiness, not just for myself, but for those I work with.

Rick Rubin wrote, in The Creative Act, “It might be impossible to know who you are without expressing it.”  As I continue to express and understand myself through art and stories, I extend the invitation to you: join me in crafting your own path, discovering who you are through the joy of creativity and play.