Monifa Robinson Groover Author, Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach, Within Your Reach Consulting Services, LLC
Location:
Richmond Hill,
GA United States Joined:
Nov 16th, 2015
Monifa Robinson Groover
Author, Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach
Monifa Robinson Groover, a native of New York City, moved to Teaneck, New Jersey with her family at the tender age of twelve. Upon graduation from Teaneck High School, Monifa obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University (Atlanta, GA), as well as a Master of Social Work Degree from Smith College School of Social Work (Northampton, MA). After relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, and extensive work in the field of social services, she obtained a Master of Public Administration Degree with a concentration in Management from Troy State University (Atlanta, GA).
Monifa has devoted her life to helping others see the potential that lies within them. Having provided a number of services for diverse populations including but not limited to perpetrators of sexual crimes, individuals faced with substance abuse challenges and individuals in the criminal justice system; as well as having coached women entrepreneurs, her experience has taught her that neither position nor status dictate the level of pain and misfortune one may encounter. Soon after she realized the call on her life was much greater.
In 2003 she released her first book entitled “Within Your Reach, Inspiration That Quiets the Mind and Soothes the Soul”. (ISBN: 1-930231-03-2). This book is filled with wisdom that shows people how to strategically turn their pain into gain, tragedy into triumph and victimization into victorious living. She released her second book entitled “Change Beyond The Pain” in 2012 (ISBN: 978-0-9836776-0-4). This book provides a more in-depth look at how individuals can use the Word of God to transform their lives. It also shows them how to begin moving beyond the blows that life may sometimes deal.
As CEO of Within Your Reach Consulting Services, LLC, Monifa is determined to help others, particularly women reach their God-given potential. Her duty is to equip others with the proper tools and resources to move beyond their circumstances and live healthier and more productive lives. She is a well known, highly sought after speaker because of her drive and enthusiasm to help others live their lives “ON PURPOSE” and not haphazardly.
Her personal journey, combined with her education and work experience collectively play a vital role in the work she passionately does today. She resides in Savannah, Georgia and is a faithful member of New Covenant Holiness Church #3, located in Savannah, Georgia, where her beloved husband, Jamie Groover is pastor.
For additional inspiration and information about Monifa Robinson Groover, log onto www.withinyourreach.org.
Military and Family Life Counselor, Senior Embedded|
MHN Government Services
From November 2013 to Current • 13 year(s)
Serve as Adult CONUS/OCONUS Team Lead providing counseling services and psycho-educational presentations to military personnel and families on deployment-related issues.
Program Management/Program Development/Facilitator|
Within Your Reach Consulting Services, LLC
From January 2004 to Current • 22 year(s)
Develop and execute high level programming for individuals, groups, and organizations leading to improved productivity and growth.
Military and Family Life Counselor|
Magellan Health Services
From October 2012 to November 2013 • 1 year(s)
Provided counseling, coaching and consultative services at military installations, facilitating presentations on stress management and deployment issues.
Military and Family Life Counselor, Senior Embedded|
MHN Government Services
From December 2008 to October 2012 • 4 year(s)
Served as Adult CONUS Team Lead providing embedded counseling services to military personnel and families during deployment cycles.
Adjunct Faculty|
Argosy University
From January 2007 to December 2008 • 1 year(s)
Taught Internship and Counseling Skills courses in Master of Arts in Community Counseling Program, supervised graduate counseling students.
Senior Care Manager|
Magellan Health Services
From April 2005 to December 2008 • 3 year(s)
Supervised and trained Care Managers, provided telephone triage and crisis intervention, authorized mental health and substance abuse treatment services.
Consultant|
St. Judes Recovery Center
From December 2004 to October 2007 • 3 year(s)
Worked with interdisciplinary team to supervise substance abuse rehabilitation program and facilitated group counseling sessions.
Adjunct Faculty|
American Intercontinental University
From July 2004 to December 2006 • 2 year(s)
Taught Psychology, Sociology, and University Success courses for undergraduate studies, provided customer service to assist with student retention.
Generalist Instructor|
North GA Central Law Enforcement Academy
From November 2004 to January 2006 • 2 year(s)
Trained police officers to effectively deal with mentally ill, mentally retarded, and substance abusing individuals while maintaining safety.
Psychological Services Specialist|
City of Atlanta, Department of Corrections
From August 2000 to June 2004 • 4 year(s)
Supervised mental health staff, provided crisis intervention for inmates with mental health and substance abuse issues, developed training programs for correctional officers.
Senior Employment Specialist|
St. Jude's Recovery Center
From March 1998 to February 2000 • 2 year(s)
Served as agency liaison for job development programs, assessed clients and developed treatment plans for individuals dealing with substance abuse and employment issues.
Sex Offender Therapist|
Medlin Treatment Center
From October 1997 to February 1998 • 1 year(s)
Provided individual and group counseling services for court ordered individuals charged with sex offenses, performed assessments and completed treatment plans.
