I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I am the first person in my immediate family to further my education. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. Being a non-traditional student presented with numerous obstacles including working a full-time job while attending school, as well as raising a family. The obstacles, even though difficult at times has helped me to remain focused on my goals and appreciate my achievements, as I have worked diligently to obtain my education. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I am the first person in my immediate family to further my education. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. Being a non-traditional student presented with numerous obstacles including working a full-time job while attending school, as well as raising a family. The obstacles, even though difficult at times has helped me to remain focused on my goals and appreciate my achievements, as I have worked diligently to obtain my education. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.

I am Cassondra Martin. I am a Missouri native. I currently live in Boonville, Missouri with my husband, our son, and our dogs. I graduated from Fayette High School in 2010. I married my husband in 2013. In 2014, we welcomed our son. I continue my education through MACC and CMU to complete my undergraduate studies. I graduated in 2019 with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice with a minor in child development. I am currently pursuing a graduate degree through Stephen’s College in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Realm. I have worked as an addiction counselor through the State of Missouri in the Department of Corrections. I currently hold the lead counselor position at Valley Hope Association. I hold a CRADC through the Missouri Credentialing board. I am passionate about improving and making a difference in the lives of others. I have spent the last 13 years of my career working with a variety of individuals including those with substance use and mental health disorders. I am an eager learner, organized, driven, and detail oriented. I work well individually or as a team player and pride myself on my ability to establish and maintain relationships with community partners. I have proven organizational skills, the ability to manage a difficult workload, as well as empathy and compassion for those receiving services. I believe in treating all clients with respect and dignity. I have been able to aid others in improving their lives by utilizing my knowledge of community resources and by having an upbeat and ambitious personality. Upon completion of my degree, I plan to continue to work with individuals with substance use and mental health disorders. I have intentions to become specialized in crisis, trauma, sexual health, and women’s issues. Louise L. Hay motivational author stated “Remember, you have been criticizing yourself for years, and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.” Self-healing helps you control your thoughts and feelings. Our minds, bodies, and souls are connected to each other. To heal means to become a better, happier human being. I have created and implemented a self-help group that focuses on helps women remediate psychological and interpersonal struggles in the domains of love, compassion, rebuilding/ overcoming trauma, women’s issues, self-esteem, self-love, self-worth, and pleasure. This group is near to my heart as I have personally suffered with the issues covered. I believe that as women it is our duty to one another to share our experiences, so that we can heal to be the best versions of ourselves. Thank you for your time and consideration for this scholarship opportunity.