BIO
Hannah Pierrou is the author, speaker, and faith-driven founder behind Treehouse Storyteller, a creative hub equipping families to live upright in a sideways culture. Known for her bold storytelling and biblical depth, Hannah is passionate about helping parents raise kids who are rooted in truth and ready for anything.
Her debut children’s book, Miss Understood, became an Amazon new release bestseller for its poetic retelling of the rainbow’s true meaning—God’s covenant promise. Through books, devotionals, homeschool tools, and her podcast, Hannah is reshaping the narrative for today’s families with resources that are both timeless and timely.
A homeschooling mama of three, she shares life from her Colorado foothills homestead, where faith, nature, and creativity intertwine. Her podcast, Treehouse Storyteller, has become a top-ranked family podcast in Colorado, sparking meaningful conversations on biblical parenting, worldview, and the battles our kids face today.
After walking through a powerful season of spiritual warfare and supernatural healing, Hannah now speaks with fresh fire, encouraging others to rise above fear, stand on truth, and walk in wholeness. Whether behind a mic, in a book, or on a stage, she’s here to cheer on the countercultural mom, the curious child, and the Christ-centered family.
With every story told and truth declared, Hannah is raising up a generation to know who they are, live like it matters, and stand upright in a sideways culture.
Watch the Influence Women Webinar with Hannah on the Influence Women YouTube Channel and learn more about her work and how you can connect more.
INNER VIEW
Kathleen Cooke: What’s the one thing that God has been teaching you recently?
Hannah Pierrou: This past year, I found myself in a battle I never saw coming. What started as a breast cancer scare quickly unraveled into something deeper—spiritual warfare. In the quiet moments between scans, breathless prayers, and aching questions, I realized the enemy wasn’t just after my health—he was after my voice, my purpose, and the message God had entrusted to me.
Could it be that the resistance you’re facing is confirmation of your calling?
Before releasing my book, Miss Understood, I was warned through prophecy that a spiritual attack would come. I didn’t expect it to show up as physical symptoms, mental heaviness, and a choking discouragement that silenced my spirit. But the deeper I stepped into the calling God had placed on my life, the more I became a threat to the enemy. Our influence is not unnoticed in the unseen realm. The devil doesn’t waste his darts on those who pose no threat—he aims at those who are rising in boldness, vision, and obedience.
But God met me in the middle of the storm. One day, I heard Him say, “Get up and walk.” Like the crippled man in Mark 2, I had a choice to either sit in fear or stand in faith. As I obeyed, clarity returned. Peace flooded in. My body strengthened. But even more, my worship ignited.
Because worship is a weapon. When I lifted my hands and lifted my eyes, the weight of the warfare began to break. I wasn’t just surviving I was fighting back in the Spirit. That healing journey led me into a much deeper study of the Armor of God—not just reading about it but wearing it daily. God has been teaching me that while the battle is real, so is the victory. And every day I wake up, I choose to suit up—rooted in truth, singing my battle cry, and never standing alone.
Kathleen: Constant distractions often overwhelm us and take us off track. How have you learned to manage your time and give God priority in your schedule?
Hannah: Let me paint the picture: I’m in the middle of a basement remodel—tools clanging, drywall dust everywhere, and contractors needing decisions every hour. Even on the days I plan well and sit down purposefully, a knock on the door can derail it all. But here’s what I’ve learned—interruptions aren’t always interruptions. Sometimes, they’re divine invitations.
What if the “disruption” in your day is the assignment?
As women, especially mothers, we often wear a dozen hats. We wake up with a to-do list and a heart full of intention, only to find ourselves pulled in ten directions by our families, homes, or unexpected needs. I keep a framed quote near my desk that says, “The most important work you’ll ever do is within the walls of your home.” That simple truth resets me. What feels like a distraction—my child needing help with homeschool or just a cuddle on the couch—is often God’s very assignment for me that day.
But not all distractions are holy. Screens are sneaky. Notifications, emails, and social media can steal hours before we even notice. That’s why I’ve drastically reduced my screen time and set hard boundaries with my devices. The result? Freedom. Focus. Real-life connection. I still check in online to nurture my business, but I limit myself with time caps, and I stick to them.
In a world begging for our attention, I choose to give mine to what matters most. The sacred interruptions – Kingdom work right in front of me. Everything else can wait.
Kathleen: Failure – what has God taught you about dealing with it?
Hannah: When I began speaking out through my podcast—challenging cultural narratives—and when I published a children’s book that reclaimed the rainbow as God’s promise, the pushback came fast. It’s been easy to feel like I’m missing the mark when my sales dip, podcast listens slow, or the spotlight feels distant. I’ve never been the “popular girl,” but I’ve always been bold—the one willing to speak truth and confront lies. Still, confidence doesn’t always translate to income. The challenge has been navigating obedience to God while running a business, trusting that He is the provider.
What I’ve learned? God has always come through. Every need met. Every “low” moment is refining me, not defining me. I’ve learned to count fruit in changed lives, not followers. To pursue gratitude in quiet impact, not viral attention. The world may call it failure, but if I’m walking in God’s will and advancing His kingdom—even just one heart at a time—then I’m right where I need to be.
Kathleen: Being an “influencer” isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be. What have you learned about being the right kind of influencer?
Hannah: It’s easy to scroll past an Instagram account with 100,000 followers and assume that person must be surrounded by friends, filled with daily encouragement, and never lacking connection. But over the years—especially through ministry—I’ve learned that influence doesn’t always equal intimacy. In fact, those called to greater leadership often face deeper loneliness.
Why? Because people assume they don’t need encouragement, friendship, or support. We look at someone in a visible role and think, They’ve got their circle. They don’t have time for me. But I’ve come to see that assumption is actually rooted in pride, not the loud, boastful kind, but the quiet self-focus that says, “My presence wouldn’t make a difference.” It puts our perspective above God’s design for the body.
But here’s the truth: whether you’re leading thousands or simply pouring into your neighbor, we all need each other. Scripture calls us the body of Christ—interconnected, interdependent, and incomplete without one another.
When we hold back—when encouragers don’t encourage, teachers don’t teach, servants don’t serve—we rob others of what God has placed in us. We dim the light of our influence and leave parts of the body unsupported.
So my encouragement is this: don’t wait for someone to reach out. Be the one who goes first. Pursue connection. Offer your gifts. Link arms.
What if your encouragement is the very thing someone else is praying for?
We are strongest when we stand together—when we sharpen one another like iron and choose community, whether from a distance or right next door.
Because influence isn’t about the platform, it’s about presence.