With a master’s in developmental psychology and over a decade of experience guiding teens and young adults, I’ve seen firsthand how much pressure this generation is under—and how little real-world support they often get. After navigating my own challenges with chronic illness, anxiety, and learning to rebuild from the ground up, I decided to turn my pain into purpose. That’s how EmpowerMeant was born—a safe space where growth meets grit, and young people learn the confidence, clarity, and communication skills that school doesn’t always teach. My mission? To help future leaders not just survive the transition into adulthood—but own it with confidence, courage, and a healthy dose of self-belief.