I’m Coach Cherisse and I am here to provide a refuge as you set out to discover the treasure that is trapped beneath the rubble of your life experiences.

We all have a story that has given birth to wounds. The good news is that we don’t have to live from the perspective of the wound. Instead, our wounds can be the vehicle that guides us to our wisdom. Let’s work together to unleash the wisdom, purpose, and possibility within you.

A little of my journey…

I had just completed Kindergarten when my family moved to a new city. I was so excited about the adventure of being the only one to occupy the upstairs bedroom away from my parents and younger sister. After all, I was a big kid! I didn’t need anyone to make me feel secure. Ha ha - who was I kidding? I hardly ever slept in my room! I was afraid to be alone, but I wouldn’t say it out loud. I didn’t want my parents thinking I was a baby. Instead, I would sleep in the room with my little sister and tell myself that she was afraid of being alone. She needed me.

At age six, I became part of a church community for the first time in my young life. We were in fellowship with that community for about 10 years. During my tween and teen years, the girls my age decided that they didn’t like me. No reason; they just didn’t like me. I avoided talking about my feelings in order to be accepted by the mean girls.

Interestingly, I displayed the same patterns of stifling my voice to gain acceptance when I was dating my, now, ex-husband. He was extremely charming and popular and, since I was eight years younger, I was elated that he liked me! I can’t even begin to articulate how crazy I was about him. I enjoyed his company and desired a place in his heart so I buried my voice to accommodate his. After three years of dating, we married and within the first four years, welcomed two beautiful sons to our family. For the most part, those years were okay and, like our dating years, I continued to suppress my voice. My world turned upside down the day I decided to vote for what I wanted instead of allowing him to dictate my next move. Since I didn’t allow him to overrule my vote, he inflicted on me a series of cruel and manipulative tactics for the next 10 years. Had I been so horrible to deserve such hostility from the man who vowed to love me? Absolutely not.

Quick story…

One Friday evening after work, I discovered that my husband had thrown our cookware and dishes into the community dumpster—just because he felt I took too long to wash them. I’ll admit; the dishes were sitting for a few days, but the energy used to throw them away could have been used to wash them. Once the tears subsided and the bewilderment cleared, I grabbed a flashlight and headed for the dumpster. Standing on my tiptoes, I began sifting through the trash, reaching for every dish I could reclaim without actually climbing inside. I washed what I was able to salvage, cooked dinner, fed my babies, and proceeded with my evening—all while standing in a fog of disbelief about what had just happened.

Wow! What a perfect metaphor—just like those dishes, I was discarded and had to sift through the emotional abuse to reclaim myself! After years of living with a man who chose to remain unloving, I began the reclamation process the day I decided to file for divorce.

Since then, I have lived a peaceful and authentic life rooted in the beauty that I pulled from the “dumpster.”

Today, nearly two decades later, I am still discovering hidden treasures that fill my heart with joy and wonder. I find myself asking: What else is waiting to be uncovered? What new layers will God unfold to reveal my deeper purpose?

I can’t help but wonder: what beauty is currently hidden beneath the rubble of your past, just waiting to be reclaimed?

The beauty of God’s grace is that nothing is truly wasted. Every broken piece, every sifted memory, and every season of silence is part of His divine design. I would be honored to walk alongside you as you discover the treasure that has been there all along. Let’s see what beauty God is ready to unfold in your life.

Final sentiments…

I am a firm believer that the divorce rate can be changed, one marriage at a time. My own journey through divorce sparked a deep-seated passion to see others thrive, leading me to become a Certified SYMBIS Facilitator. I now dedicate my life to standing with couples as they build foundations that last. Whether you are preparing for marriage or strengthening an existing one, I am here to help you navigate the path to a lasting partnership.

My life is rooted in my love for Jesus, who continues to restore my soul and rebuild the broken places. Having known the peace of being fully seen and loved by Him, my heart’s desire is to share that same comfort with you. You are a creation of immense value, and it would be my privilege to support you as you uncover your deeper purpose and celebrate the divine design within your life and your marriage.

May grace and peace be yours.

With love and shifting paradigms,

Coach Cherisse