Today, we’d like to introduce you to Kathleen Bigsby, PhD
Hi Kathleen, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
My early professional journey brought clarity and purpose to both my personal and career paths. Growing up in Upstate New York, I absorbed invaluable lessons from my family and community that instilled a lifelong commitment to service and compassion. While completing my dissertation, I joined a nonprofit organization supporting individuals living with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions. What began as an opportunity to serve soon became a profound education in resilience, humanity, and hope.
The women in our care, many of them mothers, revealed to me the true meaning of survival, empathy, and courage. Together, we worked to transform cycles of generational trauma and addiction into pathways of healing, growth, and renewed possibility. That experience became the cornerstone of my professional mission: to lead with purpose, serve as a catalyst for change, and enhance systems that promote holistic well-being.
I have since carried out that mission in California, where I have designed and led integrated systems of care that support individuals with complex behavioral health needs. Across various roles, including executive, clinician, and professor, I have witnessed the universal human struggle to break free from maladaptive coping patterns that inhibit authenticity, growth, and fulfillment. My work focuses on empowering individuals to cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and a sense of purpose that transcends their circumstances.
At a time when many feel overwhelmed by fear or loss of hope, I remain devoted to the belief that with compassion, support, and courage, every individual can rediscover their capacity for joy, healing, and the limitless possibilities of transformation.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Challenges are an inevitable part of life, yet it is our steadfast commitment to personal and professional well-being, along with an unwavering drive for continual growth, that enables us to navigate even the most demanding circumstances. Throughout my journey, I have faced family illnesses and losses that profoundly reshaped my perspective and deepened my empathy. In my professional role, I have been called upon to make difficult decisions balancing clinical excellence, program integrity, and fiscal responsibility.
My organization and community have also endured the profound effects of sociocultural challenges and environmental crises, including the devastation of wildfires. These experiences have demanded adaptability, perseverance, and innovation, reinforcing the importance of collective strength and purposeful leadership.
Such moments leave lasting imprints on our minds and bodies, shaping how we respond to future challenges. Yet each trial offers the chance to cultivate resilience, champion meaningful change, and inspire growth in ourselves and in those we serve. A spiritual leader once shared with me, “Change Yourself – Change the World.” Guided by that wisdom, I strive each day to foster positive transformation in my own life, within my family, among my clients, and throughout the broader community.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I offer personal and professional mentorship and consultation services to individuals and organizations through KB Network.
Consultation Organization: KB Network
Website: mykbnetwork.com
Contact: [email protected]
Client Experiences
Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
Services Offered
• Personal Development: Supporting individual growth, confidence, and fulfillment
• Executive Performance: Empowering leaders to enhance effectiveness and achieve strategic goals
• Team Performance and Development: Fostering collaborative, high-performing, and innovative teams
Service Formats
• One-to-One Collaboration
– Customized plans tailored to meet your unique goals
– Half-day and full-day intensives for focused development
• Group Collaboration
– Team performance, culture, and leadership development
– Communication, relationship building, and problem-solving
– Half-day and full-day interactive workshops
• Delivery Options
– Remote video and phone consultation
– On-site, in-person seminars and development sessions
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