
Certified Peer Recovery Coach
Certified Peer Recovery Coach
Certified Peer Recovery Coach

A Bit About Me
Why did you want to become a Peer Recovery Coach?
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I became a Peer Recovery Coach because I’ve experienced firsthand the pain of addiction and the beauty of redemption. After finding freedom through God’s grace, I felt a deep calling to help others find that same freedom. Recovery isn’t just about staying clean; it’s about thriving, finding purpose, and knowing you’re not alone. I wanted to be someone who could walk alongside others, offering hope and practical tools for their journey.
What does Recovery look like to you?
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Recovery is transformation—it’s about healing, becoming whole, and living into the person you were created to be. It’s not just freedom from addiction; it’s freedom for living a meaningful, purpose-driven life. Recovery is messy, but it’s also beautiful. It’s about taking small steps forward, even when the road feels long, and celebrating every victory along the way.
What is your favorite part about being a Peer Recovery Coach?
My favorite part is witnessing someone’s “aha” moment—that moment when they realize they have what it takes to build a new life. Seeing others step into their potential and grow, not just in recovery but in every area of life, is incredibly rewarding. I love being able to use my story to encourage and empower others.
What do you like to do for fun?
I love hiking and spending time in nature, especially places like the Edna W. Spurgeon Land Preserve. I also enjoy connecting with others through meaningful conversations, planning sober social events, and diving into books that help me grow spiritually and professionally. My family is a big part of my joy, too—whether it’s a Bible study or simply being together, they’re my grounding force.
What does it mean to you to work at LITE?
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Working at LITE is more than a job; it’s a mission. It’s about being part of a community that values restoration and transformation. At LITE, I get to see lives change, not just through recovery but through empowerment and hope. It’s humbling to play a role in helping others light their path forward.
How do you use your story to help those with who you work with?
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I share my story openly, not to dwell on the past but to show others that change is possible. My journey—from addiction and prison to finding God and living in recovery—helps me connect with those I work with on a deeper level. It’s not about having all the answers; it’s about showing them they’re not alone, that I’ve been there, and that there’s a way out.
I want you to imagine that you are the great-great-grandmother/grandfather that you dream of being, and you’ve created everything you wanted to create in your life. You’ve accomplished all the dreams, all the big goals that you’ve set. You’ve made them happen. You’ve got the family of your dreams. You’ve done it all. But you have to take everything with you. You have to take everything with you so that no one has access to your information anymore…all your social media content, journals, etc, it’s all gone. But you get to write down the three things you know to be true about your life, the lessons you would leave behind. All people would have to remember you by are these lessons.
What would you say are your three truths? From the top of your head… What lessons would you want people to take away from your life?
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1. Grace changes everything. No matter how far you’ve fallen, God’s grace is greater. It’s never too late to start over, and you’re never too broken to be made whole.
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2. You are created for connection. Healing and growth happen in the community. Don’t try to do life alone; let others in, and be willing to walk alongside them too.
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3. Success is found in service. True fulfillment comes not from what you achieve but from how you serve others. Live a life of love, humility, and purpose, always seeking to lift others up.