American Society, as rich and influential as it may be, is losing its most valuable resource: human spirit.

Darlene is the author of And He Restoreth My Soul, an anthology resource guide for professionals and church leaders working with teens, women, and victims of sexual assault. She has extensive experience with women in crisis as a former crisis counselor, domestic violence and sexual assault response team member, and service provider for women with eating disorders. Darlene developed a faith-centered ministry for healing brokenness within families which provided education and mentoring to its clients.

In 1995, Darlene was recognized in the L.A. Times article “Best Notable Achievers in Your Community.” In 2011, she was interviewed with Christopher Neiswonger on KKLA radio in Los Angeles, CA, and in 2015, her forgiveness story was featured on The International Forgiveness Institute website. A review of “And He Restoreth My Soul” is featured in the 2015 Fall Edition of Assembling the Pieces Newsletter published by the Institute on Domestic Violence in the African Community.

Darlene’s ministry, Speaking from the Heart, is a speaking and consulting ministry which provides retreats, keynotes, and facilitates workshops for schools and churches focusing on healing, hope, and peace.

She also is a consultant and recovery coach for agencies and women affected by violence and sexual assault.

In addition to speaking and ministry, Darlene has specialized in administration and compliance of 401(k) and Profit Sharing plans. After living in Los Angeles for 22 years, Darlene currently lives in Rising Sun, IN.

Recently Featured in: UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA IDVAAC Assembling the Pieces 2015 Fall Edition. International Forgiveness Institute (My Story); Women of Distinction March 2016 Issue.

Darlene currently lives in Rising Sun, Indiana and interested in writing, ministry developing, and speaking opportunities. I’m also a fan of setting by the water and developing workshops.