Dr. Andrea Mata, statistically, should not be as successful as she is. The daughter of a Mexican immigrant, she grew up in a gang-infested nine-block unincorporated neighborhood on the south side of Chicago. As a result, Dr. Andrea Mata draws on her tough Southside of Chicago upbringing to empower families, businesses, and today’s youth. With degrees from Valparaiso University and Kent State University, she founded BrightSpot Families and collaborates with the Anxiety Treatment Center of Greater Toledo. Her ultimate mission is to throat-punch the youth mental health crisis! She is also the author of the best-selling book: "The No. 2 Parenting Book: Practical Tips for the Pooped Out Parent" (available now on Amazon). A married mother of three, Andrea champions a balanced approach to life, prioritizing psychological health and deep, meaningful connections. www.drdremata.com
