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