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I am an author, mentor, educator, and motivational speaker to young adults, teens, single mothers, and abused women.
Background
Information
I relocated from Detroit, MI to Schuamburg, IL for growth and opportunites with my kids. I will be releasing the second memoir in 2009. I am also back in school to work on another masters degree in counseling with an ultimate goal to become a psychologist to assist abused children, teens, and women.
Growing up was very challenging as a child. I was sexually abused by my father and mother’s boyfriend, which lead to low self-esteem, confidence and motivation to live during that time. Experiencing abuse at a young age lead to premarital relations, pregnancy and becoming a single mother at age 17.
Going through all these adversities made me the person I am today. I grew strong in my faith in GOD and left that old life behind and began a new life. I finished a masters in business in 2007. I also wrote and self-published my first book called "Shh..Don't Tell," which is the first of four memoirs that speak about the abuse I experienced.
Birth Place
Detroit, MI USA
Accomplishments
Masters in Business Administration with a minor in health care.
Contact Information
Lean On Me Services
P.O. Box 68234
Schaumburg IL 60168
USA