I am a native of Cleveland Ohio. I was raised mostly by her grandparents, who strongly believed that you should follow the steps; finishing high school, attend college, get married and have a family. Well my life was not that way at all. My life order was much different. This caused me to develop anxiety. Once I got married and was unable to get pregnant, over time my anxiety and depression symptoms increased.

I went through a period of depression after a miscarriage which was most severe immediately after the pregnancy. I experienced feelings of sadness, emptiness or hopeless, being irritable, frustrated, loss of interest and enjoyment. These were some of the symptoms that plagued my day. I visited specialist and doctors as I continued to experience miscarriages. I visited my primary care doctor who gave me a word of advice; he said I was a strong person and he did not prescribe me any medication. I continued to struggle daily. I came to the realization that I may not be able to have a child. As time passed, I change my focus started exercising.

I started listening to others and reading others' stories about depression and attending a support group. During this time, I found out about foster care. My husband and I decided that we would look into foster care. After taking classes we fostered 3 little boys who were brothers. This helped me channel my focus off myself and think of others. This was the best feeling. It not only helped me through my depression, but it gave me a since of being needed and opportunity to give love to children who brought us so much joy.

In 2015, I started working in the field of Peer Support. I worked as a Peer Support Specialist, group facilitator and a W.R.A.P Facilitator. I have an extensive work experience in the mental health field, working with adults and children with mental health and substance use diagnosis. attended Cleveland Community College where I received an Associates Arts and Associates of Science degree in Early childhood and Psychology, and Gardner Webb University earning my degree in Human Services. Having worked as a Qualified Mental Health Professional, Adult/Child Protective Worker, Foster Care Parent and a foster Care Placement worker, I have gained a wealth of knowledge of community resources and helping community agencies. I have a passion for seeing individuals growing into their best life. She is the owner of Focused Care Inc. (Where HEALING, TEACHING & DISCOVERY COME TOGETHER) which provides Therapy and Peer Support Services. My heart's desire is to see my peers discover their best life.