Nurture Forward Directory

Bridging the gap in mental health settings for survivors of domestic trafficking & exploitation

Created by: You Are More Than Inc.

Peer Mentors

 

Accepting new mentees

Spanish Speaking

Virtual Sessions

Mid-afternoon, Evening, Weekends

 

Crystal Lee.

(She/Her)

You Are More Than Inc.

A little about me:

I’m a Warrior of adult domestic and sexual violence and childhood sexual abuse taking a direction to combat the exploitation of children, adults, and single mothers in the sex industry. Motivated to be better then who I was yesterday.

I enjoy life with my children and also my healthy adulthood. My education background in Paralegal studies, I enjoy learning. I sought help to seek a change in my life to become a greater role model for my children and to now be safe place for others.

The healing and truly connecting to a higher source of power, I found a calling to impact the lives of others in the industry. I have decided a good starting point would be to help young minority women who have been sexually exploited through domestic sex trafficking.


What peer mentor relationships do you thrive in? 

I love motivating survivors into greatness by using effective life skills. I have a niche for courtroom advocacy skills, I’d love to teach you some.

Let’s talk about how to become an entrepreneur for a small business. I have effective ways to live this life and be successful as a single mom, I’d love to inspire you to create your own style.

 

What made you become a peer mentor?

I’ve become a peer mentor to motivate others to be the hero of their own stories! I want to see the community of Survivors thrive in ways that society said you can’t! I believe you can and will! This is a beautiful gift I get to give back and I’m happy to serve!

What area of support would be most aligned with your work with mentees?

› Job Preparation/ Support

› Education

› Emotional Skill Building

› Providing a listening ear

› Legal Resources

› Single motherhood, LatinaX community

How do you take care of yourself when helping others? 

I set time alone for myself in the early morning hours to decompress without interruption. I’m also intentional about saying “no” and not feeling guilty. During the day, I will take a walk if I feel overwhelmed.

Mentor Location: Florida