About Dr. Kahla LaPlante

Meet Dr. Kahla: Your Guide to Human-Centered AI

Ministry leader. Change management expert. AI consultant who believes technology should serve people, not replace them.

I know what it's like to be stretched too thin.

For years, I served in ministry leadership while juggling multiple responsibilities like counseling, teaching, administrative work, and trying to show up fully for the people who needed me most. I was passionate about the work but drowning in the tasks that came with it.

Sound familiar?

That's when I discovered something transformative: AI didn't have to be complicated, cold, or corporate. It could be a tool for good if implemented with intention.

I started experimenting. I learned how to automate the repetitive tasks that drained my energy without losing the personal connection that made my work meaningful. The result? I got my time back. I could breathe again. And I could focus on what I was actually called to do.

That's when I realized: If this could help me, it could help others too.

From Overwhelmed Ministry Leader to AI Implementation Expert

Today, I run two businesses: The P.E.A.C.E. Path, LLC (a Christ-centered spiritual wellness ministry) and Alturea AI Consulting, because I believe in serving people holistically. Whether you need peace in your soul or systems in your business, I'm here to help you thrive.

Education, Experience & Heart

Doctorate from Ebed-Melech University
Specialized research in spiritual wellness and holistic care. Currently serves as Chief Chaplain and Dean of Spiritual Formation.
Licensed Minister & Published Author
Author of eight books, including frameworks for spiritual wellness and practical resources for ministry leaders, counselors, educators, veterans, and individuals.
Prosci Certified Change Management Practitioner
Over 15 years as a Sr. Project Manager, trained in leading organizational transformation with empathy and strategic planning.
Corporate & Ministry Experience
Currently employed in healthcare systems, with decades of ministry leadership experience.
AI Implementation Consultant
Certified AI Consultant helping small businesses, ministry leaders, counselors, educators, veterans, and individuals adopt ethical AI automation.
Veteran & Service-Rooted Leadership
Military veteran whose service shaped a disciplined, compassionate approach to leadership, resilience, and mission-driven work.
The Alturea Method

A Framework Built on Clarity, Not Complexity

After years of trial, research, and refinement, I developed The Alturea Method—a three-step framework that makes AI implementation simple, strategic, and sustainable.

Brain Dump

We start by listening. You share your biggest bottlenecks, repetitive tasks, and pain points. No tech talk yet—just honest conversation about what's stealing your time and energy. This isn't about fixing you. It's about understanding your unique workflow so we can design solutions that actually fit.

Key Question: What would give you 10 hours back each week?

Rewrite

We design your custom roadmap. Together, we map out which tasks AI can handle and which should stay human. We focus on maintaining your authentic voice in automated communication. This is where strategy meets soul—we build systems that honor what makes your business special.

Key Question: What must stay humanized in your business?

Transform

We implement and empower. We set up simple automation, train you to use it confidently, and provide ongoing support. The goal? You become the expert. We don't create dependency, we create capability.

Key Question: What will you do with all that reclaimed time?
The Result: Less chaos. More clarity. Time to focus on what you were actually called to do.
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Technology Should Serve People, Not Replace Them

Here's what I believe:

AI is a tool, not a savior. It can't replace human intuition, empathy, or the relationships that make your work meaningful. But it can handle the repetitive tasks that keep you from showing up fully.
Ethics matter. Not all automation is created equal. We prioritize solutions that protect privacy, honor authenticity, and align with your values.
Small businesses deserve better. You shouldn't need a tech team or a massive budget to access tools that help you thrive.
Your voice is irreplaceable. Any system we build will sound like you, not a robot. We use AI to amplify your message, not dilute it.
Overwhelm is optional. You don't have to learn everything about AI. You just need someone who can translate it into solutions that work for your real life.

Our Mission

To help small business owners reclaim their time, reduce overwhelm, and use AI responsibly—without losing the human connection that makes their work meaningful.

Human-Centered

People come first. Always. Technology is only valuable when it serves real human needs.

Clarity Over Complexity

We translate tech jargon into plain language. Simple solutions beat complicated ones every time.

Compassion & Empathy

We know what it's like to feel overwhelmed. We meet you where you are with patience, understanding, and practical support.

Ethical & Responsible

We recommend tools and practices that protect privacy, honor authenticity, and align with your values.

Results That Matter

We measure success by the time you get back, the stress you release, and the impact you're able to make.

Empowerment, Not Dependency

We teach you to own your systems. Our success is measured by your independence, not your reliance on us.

Let’s Build Something Better Together

Whether you're a coach drowning in intake forms, a ministry leader buried in admin work, or a solo practitioner who just wants their calendar back, I see you. You didn't start your business to become a slave to your systems. You started it to make a difference.

Let's make sure your tools work for you, not against you.

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Also Find Me At:

The P.E.A.C.E. Path, LLC

A Christ-centered spiritual wellness ministry helping overwhelmed leaders find rest, renewal, and holy peace.

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