Shelly Wilson

Community Support Host 

I’m a daughter, sister, wife, friend, cousin, niece, bestie, bonus sister, and proud pet mom to two Frenchies — Stella & Otto, my 18-year-old Bengal Georgie, and our 7-month-old kitten, Miley. 🐾💛

I’ve lost 170 pounds on my wellness journey — a transformation that changed my health, my mindset, and my belief in what’s possible. I’m also in the midst of one of the biggest battles of my life: a cancer journey that has tested my strength, deepened my courage, and reminded me how important connection truly is.

I have the best of both worlds — one foot in the corporate realm as a Business Systems Analyst, where I help teams solve problems and navigate change, and the other firmly planted in a community built on care, compassion, and support. Both sides of my life have taught me the same truth: we grow stronger when we grow together.

That’s why birch & stone means so much to me.  It’s a safe, uplifting space where we support each other, heal together, and celebrate every step forward — no matter how small.

If you’re thinking about joining us…take that first brave step.   Because once you take it, you begin to believe that anything is possible. 🌱💛

I can’t wait to walk this journey with you. 🫶🌿

Susan Ducan

Community Support Host 

Throughout my life, I have embraced many meaningful roles-daughter, sister, wife, mother, educator and grandmother. Family has always been at the center of my world, and I am grateful to have found an equally meaningful community in birch & stone.  

Alison Lewitas

Community Support Host 

A devoted member of the birch & stone community, Alison brings lived experience to her work. She writes: “I have been clean and sober for 18 years through the twelve-step fellowship and I’ve lost 115 pounds. 

Equally, or perhaps more importantly, I’ve found freedom and the courage to be my authentic self. With my self-compassion journey, I broke free. I bring years of sponsoring experience, self-awareness work, insight and an eagerness to be of service to your experience in this membership.

I’m here with the special assignment of helping you to get acclimated with all things birch & stone! I’m here to make you feel right at home.

Kathleen Shelfer

Community Support Host 

“Life on the edge, don’t fall off.” ~Kathleen L. Shelfer 

Kathleen Shelfer is a compassionate and optimistic woman whose life embodies love, family, friendship and community. She holds a lifelong commitment to growth and believes every challenge holds a lesson and an opportunity to shape a brighter tomorrow. 

With a diverse background in corporate operations, Human Resources, editing, and community support hosting, Kathleen brings both structure and heart to everything she does. She is also a devoted mother of four, a loving daughter to her 90-year-old father, and has shared 26 wonderful years of marriage with her partner. 

Kathleen enjoys a life that combines structure with spontaneity, finding joy in hiking, camping, golfing, dancing, reading, painting, amazing food, fun getaways with family and friends, and caring for her chickens. 

Grounded and empathetic, Kathleen meets people where they are, offering practical guidance that blends mindfulness and genuine connection.  She creates a supportive space for healing and growth, sharing sharing wisdom and encouragement that inspire confidence and self-discovery.

Whether hosting a gathering or supporting others, Kathleen radiates joy, warmth, and encouragement. Known for her positive mindset and infectious laugh, she helps remove barriers to success with ease. We are thrilled to have her as part of Birch and Stone Coaching Collective, where her positivity and inspiration shine.

Therese Jumic

Community Support Host 

As a mother of four grown children and a “Gaga” to six grandchildren, I approach both life and work with a sense of purpose, resilience, and a commitment to seeking the positive in every circumstance.