Safe Haven Healers for the Disability community

Don Carter has spent a lifetime in service and protection of others, previously during a decade in law enforcement and now through working with emerging and established leaders by utilizing mental health as a business strategy. His relentless journey has led him from healing hearts to radical new starts for executives and entrepreneurs breaking through to their next levels. Don Carter is a transformational executive coach who brings a vibe that’s nothing short of transformative. Using principle-driven purpose, timeless wisdom, and a no-BS approach to courageously (and kindly) confront life's challenges, he helps high-performing individuals shift the focus from what seems to be wrong on the outside to everything that’s right on the inside. And by embracing transition as a necessary experience, helps others create relief and peace in their lives as they continually grow into the most authentic, fulfilled and successful version of themselves. Keywords: Grief, Grieving, Depression, Depressed, Anxiety, Work, Career, Business, Fear, Suicidal, Suicide, Fatherhood, Marriage

Alicia Crooks is a seasoned executive leader and mental health provider with over 12+ year of experience in relationship management and community enrichment. Her diverse background spans to corporate leadership, nonprofit advocacy, and clinical psychology -underscoring her commitment to fostering meaningful connections and positive change. Her dedication to relationship-building led her to establish the Young Black Professionals of Orange County and serve on the Advisory Board of the African American Real Estate Professionals of Los Angeles. Two roles that allowed her to cultivate strategic alliances with community leaders and emerging professionals across Southern California. Complementing her corporate achievements, Alicia embarked on a journey of academic excellence. She earned an MA in Clinical Psychology, specializing in Marriage & Family Therapy. Now in her role as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT) & Wellness Life Coach, she leads in developing treatment plans, crafting interventions, and engaging in psychoeducation - showcasing her commitment to fostering wellness among diverse populations. Alicia's profound impact extended to the public health sector, where she served as Program Manager for two government community health divisions. She's supervised teams, guided outreach initiatives, and managed strategic collaborations to enhance public health outcomes. Her prowess in project management and crisis intervention was pivotal in facilitating effective community health education. Throughout her journey, Alicia has amassed a repertoire of certifications and training. Notably, she received certification from the Zero Suicide Institute at the Suicide Prevention Resource Center, alongside other achievements in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma-informed care. Alicia epitomizes authentic connection, dynamic leadership, and unwavering commitment to positive transformation. Her drive was nurtured at Howard University where she earned her BS in Psychology & Political Science, which has propelled her towards her lifelong goal - leaving an indelible mark of positive change on marginalized communities, ushering in an era of well-being and abundance for individuals and families alike. Keywords: life transitions, self identity, self confidence, depressed, grieving/grief, struggling, breakup, momma drama, baby momma, anxiety, anger, anger management, self-care, sad, sadness, trauma, PTSD