Kristen Schwartz, MA, CTRC, is a writer, entrepreneur, attuned empathic healer, and certified trauma recovery coach. She holds a Master's Degree in Counseling. In 2016 fueled by passion and recognizing the need for empaths and highly sensitive people to realize their potential, Kristen became the founder of Realized Empath. Within this wellness community, empaths unite for support, inspiration, and healing.

When she's not deep diving with other empaths, Kristen plans her next travel adventure or reads books in a hammock amongst the trees. Kristen resides in Georgia with her husband and two children.