I KNEW THEN is all about that powerful moment when everything shifts—how you see yourself, love, others, and what’s possible in your relationships and life. It’s that deep clarity that changes everything. For me, it came after losing my cousin. In that pain, my purpose became clear. This space exists to help you find your own “I KNEW THEN” moments and step into a more empowered, loving life.

Yes, I’m a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Coaching, however, is different from therapy. Coaching is focused on growth, clarity, and moving forward—it’s not clinical or therapy-based. If you want therapy, I offer that through a separate platform and structure.

Coaching is forward-focused. It helps you clarify your goals, identify patterns that may be holding you back, and create habits that align with your values. Therapy focuses more on healing emotional wounds, processing past experiences, and addressing mental health needs. Coaching does not diagnose or treat mental health conditions and is not a substitute for therapy.

To maintain clear boundaries and ethical standards, coaching and therapy are separate services. If you’re working with me as a therapy client, that’s where our focus will stay. Coaching clients are a separate group, and 99% of the time, you can’t do both with me. If you’re unsure which path is right for you, I’m happy to help you figure it out.

While some I KNEW THEN programs are open to everyone, I specialize in serving BIPOC communities—especially men of color through The Men’s Circle and 1:1 Coaching for Men of Color. These programs address the unique cultural and relational experiences of men of color. That said, all who are seeking deeper self-love and healthier relationships are welcome here.

I KNEW THEN offers programs designed to support men of color and individuals of all backgrounds on their journey toward self-love, healing, and relationship growth: 1. I KNEW THEN: 1:1 Coaching for Men of Color (active now) – Personalized coaching for men of color to build confidence, get clear on relationship goals, and prepare for lasting, aligned love. 2. I KNEW THEN: Real Love, No Cap (active now)– A workshop for all youth building healthy relationships and life skills. Real talk, no sugarcoating. 3. I KNEW THEN: Digital Storytelling (active now) – An interactive space for sharing authentic stories about love, identity, and healing to build connection across communities. 4. I KNEW THEN: Men’s Circle (launching later this year)– A group coaching space exclusively for men of color—a safe, supportive place to explore identity, love, healing, and brotherhood. 5. I KNEW THEN: The Self-Love Experience (upcoming, periodic) – A digital program for anyone looking to deepen their self-love through storytelling, daily affirmations, and guided reflections. 6. I KNEW THEN: Affirmations Program (coming soon) – A daily practice to help shift your mindset, boost your confidence, and strengthen your self-worth. Each program can be experienced individually or combined for a deeper journey toward love, connection, and personal growth. Some of these programs are still in the works—join my newsletter to be the first to know when they launch.

Yes, each program has its own fee. For details and to see which option is right for you, book a free discovery call.