Meet Judy
Mental Health Mentor, Writer, Published Author, Advisor, Inspiring Presenter, Artist and Wounded Warrior/Veteran Spouse.
My Story
The Relentless Pursuit of "Never Better"
For too long, I bought into the pervasive "I'm fine" lie. As a military spouse, published author, and mental health advocate, I witnessed firsthand how this insidious mindset slowly drained the vitality from myself and those around me. We were just going through the motions, coping instead of truly thriving.
But then, our world collapsed after my husband's life-altering injury (he was in an explosion that resulted in the above knee amputation, a TBI and other minor injuries). Suddenly, "I'm fine" wasn't even close to the truth - we needed to urgently reclaim our power and heal from the wounds only a trauma like that can inflict.
The process of overcoming the many obstacles we faced only fueled my passion to inspire and mentor others to authentically move their life beyond “fine” and help them transcend mediocrity.
Through raw storytelling and compassionate guidance, I empower audiences to ditch the "I'm fine" façade and design extraordinary lives aligned with their deepest values. My mentoring program ignites internal shifts - from coping to thriving, from numbing to feeling fully alive.
Embracing creativity, self-care, and holistic wellness are crucial pathways out of the "I'm fine" trap. That's why I've expanded my impact as a mentor, author, speaker and artist - because flourishing demands nurturing the mind, body and spirit.
My purpose is clear:
To relentlessly inspire others to shed "I'm fine" and courageously pursue their version of "never better."
With empathy and proven strategies, I'll help you dismantle your limiting beliefs, reignite your passions, and craft a vibrant, purposeful existence.
The extraordinary life you crave awaits beyond complacency's haze. If you're finally ready to say "never better" and mean it, and I'm here to light the way.
A snapshot of some of the places I have had the privilege to be featured:
Presenter for the Anxiety Commander - 3 Pillars of Mental Wellness For Real Anxiety Relief
Guest on the Wise Health For Women podcast
Guest on the Mighty Parenting Podcast (Depression, Addiction and Suicide a Story of Hope)
Guest on the Joyce Beuford Empowers Podcast (How to Handle Life’s Stressors)
Master of Ceremonies for Milspousefest Virtual “Dreams Become Reality - Mental Wellness” event
Keynote Speaker at San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Military Spouse Appreciation Day
Repeat Guest of Army Wife Talk Radio
Guest of the Daily Dabble Podcast
Keynote speaker for the Bradon Bayless Foundation Annual Fundraiser
Featured graduation speaker for the Combat Medic graduation ceremony
Keynote speaker for over 25 Milspousefest events
Recipient of the Dove Real Beauty Award
Keynote Speaker at 3rd Annual Dove Real Beauty “Women of the Military” Luncheon
Guest on the Bruce and Blanquita Show on NoBull Radio Listen
Keynote Speaker at University of Michigan. Delivered Warning Signs: Are You or A Friend At Risk? hosted by Delta Gamma at their Ethics & Values Event
Featured presenter at Oakland Schools for suicide prevention.
Featured Speaker for Military Spouse Wellness Summit: Invest in Yourself
Keynote Speaker at Camp Lejeune Wounded Warrior Family Programs
Featured presenter at USAA DigitalMilEx
Keynote Speaker at Texas Tech University Suicide Prevention Week Student Event “Are You or A Friend at Risk”
Keynote Speaker at Texas Tech University Suicide Prevention Week Faculty Seminar “Warning Signs of a Student at Risk”
Parenting Seminar at Vance AFB Is your teen at risk?
Speaker at Vance AFB – Military Spouse Empowerment Event: Kevlar Couples: Bulletproof For A Happy Military Marriage”
Guest Host for Army Wife Talk Radio
Expert on Military Network Radio – Military teen suicide risk & prevention
Release “Warning Signs: Is Your Teen at Risk for Depression, Addiction and Suicide”
Guest on HFH Radio
Guest on Military Network Radio
Guest on Parent Nation Radio
Guest on the Jim Bohannon Show Veterans Day
Feature Article in Military Officer Magazine
US News & World Report interview for Veterans Day
Invited Guest of the USAA Influencers Social Exchange
Content provider for USAA community website
Release “Right Side Up: Find Your Way When Military Life Turns You Upside Down” via Elva Resa Publishing
Release of Stories Around The Table: Laughter, Wisdom & Strength in Military Life
NexGen Milspouse Interview for Right Side Up Release
Featured Article in Stars & Stripes Right Side Up Takes Effort
Panelist & Facilitator for MOAA Warrior Family Symposium
Consultant for UC-Denver RAMP study
Keynote speaker for Pikes Peak Christian Military Spouse Appreciation Day
Honored as the Fort Carson Military Spouse of the Year
Guest/Consultant for SpouseLink Summit (Division of AAFMAA)
Feature Story in the Colorado Springs Gazette
Radio Guest on Semper Feisty Radio
Brand Ambassador to the military community for Verizon Wireless
Spouse Retreat Keynote Speaker & Trainer for the 3/75 Ranger Regiment:Fort Benning GA
Feature Columnist for Womens Edition Magazine COS
Voiceover for Radio Commercial created for TroopSwap in Colorado Springs CO.
Radio Guest Changing Direction w/Michele Rosenthal: , Military Kids: Ordinary Kids + Extraordinary Challenges on Rockstar Radio, Army Wife Talk Radio, Semper Fiesty Radio, Heart Filled Holidays Radio and more.
“The key for turning tragedy into triumph is creatively working together towards a common goal.”
— Geoff & Judy Davis