Nearly losing my life revealed how much I still needed to understand about my own health. That experience led me on a personal journey of healing and restoration, one that required more than medication alone. I began giving intentional care to every part of me: spirit, soul, and body. Through that process, I experienced greater balance and discovered how deeply connected those parts of my life were.

That journey gave birth to the ARK Restorative Model of Care and a mission to bring light and understanding to individuals, communities, and nations. Today, my lived experience informs my vision for care that honors the whole person and equips people with the understanding they need to pursue healing, sustain restoration, and live with purpose.