Feeling vulnerable, anxious and no hope for the future is a horrible feeling. I remember feeling that way when the FBI showed up at my door to alert me that my soon-to-be-ex was wanted.

I created my own plot twist by becoming my own hero and reclaiming confidence to feel more empowered and build a hopeful future for myself and son.

I am a trained domestic violence victim advocate, self defense educator, former high school staff member, podcaster and speaker passionate about ensuring our youth don’t end up in a situation like mine.

Many young people feel powerless, hopeless, anxious, insecure and may be in harmful relationships and not know it, which leads to unhealthy choices and risks.

I help audiences avoid my same experiences and instead empower them to enjoy a peaceful future.