Catherine is originally from Maryland and has lived in Charleston for several years. She received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Pediatric Primary Care from the University of Maryland. She worked for 21 years at a pediatric group in Maryland as a Pediatric RN then as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner before moving to Charleston. Catherine is certified as a Guardian ad Litem in South Carolina and a Pediatric Primary Care Mental Healthcare Specialist. She also serves as the Secretary for the South Carolina Chapter of the National Association of Pediatric Nurses.