A Survivor is defined as a person who copes well with difficulties in their life. This extraordinary phenomenal woman is that and more. From a Victim NOW Survivor of Domestic and Drug Abuse in addition to Depression, she has been able to exceed the epitome of where a person who has been in her shoes should be.
Certified MentalRESET Coach, 3x's Best Seller International Author & Motivational Speaker, Featured in Keynote Magazine, Fox, CBS Affiliate KUTV 2, USA Today Affiliate AZ Central, Digital Journal, Star Tribune, Boston Herald, Being Black in Uncertain Times and many others. Being an Entrepreneur and Domestic Violence advocate are just a few of the titles & roles that describe this diverse woman, Stephanie Barnes.
Known globally for her powerful testimony that she has overcome as an African American woman in our society, her testimony inspires, empowers and gives hope to the average woman that she too can be extraordinary & unstoppable. From experiencing domestic and drug abuse and undergoing depression to overcoming these feats and rising above them all, her testimony inspires many individuals to step out from their shells of mediocrity, giving them hope that ordinary women can do even the most extraordinary things. Stephanie Barnes is truly an inspirational icon who is able to transcend limitations and exceed expectations even after everything she has been through.
Her authenticity, passion and genuineness towards others is beyond measurable and she loves speaking life into the dreams of victimized women/teen women empowering them to go for their dreams, keep the Faith, keep pushing to fulfill their Divine Assignment, face their fears head on and to never leave their gift unwrapped. She's very influential to women of many races & diverse backgrounds and her life embodies "Proverbs 31; 10 -31 ~ Many women do noble things, but surpass them all". Standing on Faith, Belief and Determination is what drives Stephanie and "I'm BUILT 4 This" is the motto that has driven her thus far.