Loving People - What the World Needs Now is People that Love

Valerie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (MH 12579) and Certified Sex Therapist in Florida. Her focus is working with children, adults, individuals, families, and couples on a range of issues including sex, sexuality, anxiety, depression, relationships, co-parenting, and more. She also works in school settings as a therapist and consultant in roles that include therapy and social and emotional learning.

Steven Karaiskos is a veteran educator and psychologist with almost 20 years of experience in both independent and public schools supporting and working with learners of all ages. Steven’s breadth and depth in education includes teaching Pre-Kindergarten and adult learners as well as every age group in between. He has also trained and mentored teachers in reading, behavior management, classroom management, emotional intelligence, and the support of students with learning differences. Prior to becoming an educator, he spent 8 years as project/process manager in the corporate world. With a Masters and Ph.D. in Psychology (ABD), Steven has led professional development opportunities nationwide to provide learning and support for parents, educators and students on topics such as stress & anxiety, social & emotional development, academic growth, learning differences, gender diversity, and GLBTQ topics. Steven is also a passionate advocate and activist for suicide prevention work providing awareness and support to those struggling. Steven is currently an educator, psychologist, writer, and flaneur in Cleveland, Ohio.

Cortney is the Director of International Students/Recruiter at Trinity Valley Community College. She's also a huge Arkansas Razorback fan.

Dr. Hannon is a Licensed Psychologist in Newnan, GA with a background in assessment/testing, psychological research, counseling, and consulting. She has provided outreach to middle school, high school, and college students as well as professional staff in the education setting.

Quinn Loftis is a multi-award-winning author of over twenty novels, including the USA Today Bestseller, Fate and Fury. When she isn't creating exciting worlds filled with romantic werewolves, she works as a pediatric nurse and crafts like there's no tomorrow. Quinn is blessed to be married to her best friend for over twenty years and they have three sons, two dogs, and a cat that wants to take over the world.

Coach Grady has been telling me little stories about what he does as a gymnastics coach for kiddos. Every single story is heartwarming. In fact, Coach Grady inspired this new series called "Loving People." I told him I had to share him with the world - Meet Coach Grady!