About Us

  Heather has over 15 years of experience as a mental health professional and is the owner of Heather Brooke, LPC, llc.

At the age of 10, Heather developed a hair pulling disorder called Trichotillomania. She spent many years praying for God to take it away her disorder and spent years angry with him for not doing so. However, in 2018, God gave her pain purpose when she was inspired to write the first children's book on the market for the disorder. "Where's My Hair? A Trichotillomania Story for Children," went on to earn her The InspireU Network's "Children's Author of 2023". It was during her unprepared acceptance speech that this ministry was born. As she shared her story and said for the first time, "God gave my pain purpose". That phrase went on to become her platform as she competed for Miss Tennessee for America 2024, where she placed 2nd runner-up and Miss Tennessee for America 2025 where she placed 1st runner up. 

Heather gave her life to Christ as a middle school student in 8th grade but wasn't Baptized until her sophomore year of high school. She rededicated her life to Christ privately in 2018 and publicly in February 2024. 

Heather has worked closely providing counseling to first responders and their families since 2017. While she has not struggled with addiction herself, she has a family background of alcohol abuse and was married to an alcoholic, who is now celebrating over 3 years of sobriety. 

She also served as the Clinical Director for a Christian recovery community organization in Colorado, which is where she witnessed firsthand the benefits of including Christ in recovery.

Heather holds an AA in Business and BS in Psychology from University of Phoenix and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University. She is a member of the National Board for Certified Counselors, Colorado Counseling Association and Marquis Who's Who. Heather is also a Best-Selling Author and was the contributing resource and clinical summary provider for "Reigning Resilient Queens: You Are Not Alone".

Maria started experimenting with drugs in middle school, but by the time she reached high school, addiction had completely taken control of her life.

She graduated high school as an addict and spent the next three years trapped in bondage, convinced that addiction would always define her—that this was simply who she was. But at 20 years old, Maria encountered Jesus, and everything changed.

Jesus didn’t simply help her overcome addiction. He radically healed her, delivered her, and gave her a new life—one she could never have found or created on her own.

Today, Mariah continues to walk in freedom by remaining in God’s presence through worship and allowing His Word to renew her mind. As she has surrendered her thoughts to God, He has rewired the way she thinks, replacing the lies she once believed with the truth of who He says she is.

“My recovery may be unconventional, but it is a testimony to the transforming power of Jesus Christ. As 2 Corinthians 5:17 says, ‘Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.’ That verse isn’t just something I believe—it’s the story of my life.”

Josh Adams is a former University of Wyoming basketball standout, Colorado native, and international professional athlete whose journey is defined by resilience, purpose, and service. 

Raised in Parker, Colorado, Josh gained national attention after playing for the Denver Nuggets’ 2016 Summer League team. That same summer, a life-threatening car accident in the Denver area nearly ended his basketball career due to a severe neck injury. Through perseverance, faith, and disciplined recovery, Josh made a remarkable comeback—going on to play professional basketball for nearly a decade across the globe. 

His global experience shaped his leadership, mental toughness, and passion for helping others maximize their potential both on and off the court. Currently, Josh is a Master’s-level Clinical Mental Health Counseling student at Grand Canyon University. He also serves as Head Basketball Coach at Lutheran High School and Head Coach of the Elevation Flyers, while leading P.I.V.O.T. Growth Strategies—a holistic mental performance and growth coaching service for athletes. 

A natural leader and communicator, Josh is known for his collaborative spirit, compassion, and ability to inspire others through authenticity. As a Christian man, faith and spirituality are foundational to his life and work, driving his passion to serve, mentor, and help others find joy, resilience, and purpose through adversity. 

His experience in the recovery community includes interning at a Christian recovery community organization in Colorado. 

 Rochell is a distinguished law enforcement leader and trailblazer, serving as the first Black female supervisor of a patrol division in her department. With 26 years of service, her career is marked by integrity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to community safety. As a Police Lieutenant, she oversees more than twenty‑six sworn officers and has contributed to complex operations, including two years of undercover work. She played a key role in shaping and implementing the Chief’s five‑year strategic plan to strengthen public safety across Jackson, Tennessee.

A graduate of the FBI National Academy, Rochell brings advanced expertise in strategic leadership, crisis response, and organizational development. She holds two master’s degrees—an MBA and a Master of Liberal Arts with a focus on Leadership—demonstrating her dedication to continuous learning and professional excellence.

Rochell is the co‑founder, creator, and board member of The Place Jackson, a recovery home for women experiencing homelessness. Through this work, she supports women on their path to stability, healing, and independence, reflecting her belief that safety and dignity must extend beyond policing and into community restoration. 

She is also the founder of ROCHELL L.L.C., a company centered on motivating, empowering, and inspiring others.

Throughout her career, Rochell has been recognized for her leadership, her advocacy for underserved communities, and her steadfast commitment to empowering others. Her work continues to inspire future leaders in public safety, community development, and beyond.

  Matthew Carlson is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Ex-Firefighter, Advocate for First Responders & Veterans, and CEO of 16 Cent Productions.

Guided by faith, purpose, and the belief that all things come to fruition in their time, Matthew sends one solid signal—living in alignment with the goals he is destined to fulfill. His work is rooted in quantum cohesion, the interconnectedness of systems, people, and purpose, creating transformative change through resilience, empowerment, and faith.

Matthew answered the call to serve as a firefighter, medical first responder, and hazmat specialist. Today, he is a licensed mental health professional (LPC/TPMC), disaster clinician, health protector, and servant-transformational leader. His passion lies in empowering service members, veterans, first responders, and people with disabilities—shining light in dark places, amplifying voices, and building systems of systems for lasting change.

His work is a reflection of his values: Faith, Family, and Freedom. He believes in building systems that empower individuals and communities, creating opportunities for growth, and fostering resilience in the face of adversity.

  Wendi is the owner of Wendi's Good Things Market and CEO of Bloomstead Farms. A successful entrepreneur in her own right, she seeks to find and share joy in all she does. Having come from humble beginnings, she has experienced numerous times in her life, God give her pain purpose. When her daughter was born 11 weeks premature in 2002, they both barely survived, and her daughter struggled with learning difficulties but seemed to have an amazing ability to connect with nature. Wendi's botanical line, Noel Botanicals, was inspired by her daughter. Wendi founded Wendi's Good Things Market, as a response to the Covid pandemic. At the time, Wendi and her husband owned and operated Locavores, a farm to table restaurant. When their employees were facing layoffs due to the shutdown, Wendi's response was to find another way to keep her employees employed and to serve her community and Wendi's Good Things Market was born. Wendi holds a BA in Business Administration & Management and MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Adams State University and an EdD in Organizational Leadership from Argosy University.   

Alexandria Walker is a faith-driven entrepreneur, public speaker, philanthropist, sober wellness advocate, former Ms. Woman Illinois United States 2025, and an emerging theologian and leader in ministry.

A first-generation college graduate, Alexandria earned her graduate degree with distinction from DePaul University, graduating in the top 15% of her class and earning induction into two academic honor societies. She has also answered God's call to ministry and is pursuing her Master of Divinity at Garrett-Evangelical Theological Seminary, preparing to serve through

biblical teaching, discipleship, evangelism, and women's ministry.

She is the Executive Director and founder of She Is Kingdom | She Is M.I.S.S., a founding

ministry dedicated to discipling and equipping women to grow in faith, leadership, service, and Kingdom impact. Through her work, Alexandria creates spaces where women can encounter God, develop spiritually, cultivate leadership, and discover how their gifts can be used to serve others and advance the Kingdom of God.

Beyond ministry, Alexandria is a passionate advocate for sober wellness and alcohol-free living, celebrating 13 years of sobriety. In 2025, she proudly served as Ms. Woman Illinois United States 2025, using her personal testimony to champion sober wellness, challenge cultural narratives surrounding alcohol, and advocate for spaces where people can celebrate, connect, and build community without it. She aspires to create spaces that make alcohol-free living accessible and celebrated.

Through her involvement with organizations like Chicago’s Leading Edge, CWIP, Chicago

Community Trust, Make-A-Wish, Phi Club of Illinois, CFW, and other community programs, she has used her leadership to advocate for mentorship, leadership development, and initiatives that create pathways for young women to see themselves as leaders and professionals in spaces they may not have previously imagined. 

Her commitment to social impact and entrepreneurship has earned her recognition as a Black Women Professionals League 40 Under 40 Honoree. Moreover, she is a graduate of several entrepreneurial programs such as DePaul CEC Social Impact Incubator Program, WBDC Plan for Profit Program, and the Milestone Circles Program presented by Nasdaq and Wells Fargo. Her entrepreneurial contributions have also been recognized by DePaul University, where one

of her quotes is permanently featured on the seventh-floor mural of the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center.

Whether preaching, speaking, mentoring, building businesses, serving her community, or leading ministry, Alexandria's mission remains the same: to glorify God by empowering others to walk boldly in their identity, calling, and purpose.