Known as "V" by family and friends, Valerie was born on the southside of Chicago and raised in the Mohave Valley of western Arizona. She struggled with her identity and fitting in, leading to bouts of depression, anxiety, and other health issues. In 2002, her grandma's passing from a battle with cancer and her own personal struggles lit a fire inside of her. She desired to seek God deeper and have a better understanding of health and healing.  She spent the following 20+ years studying Biblical scripture, world Spirituality, and natural health.  She obtained a license in cosmetology, began her beauty and wellness business, which specializes in low-to-non-toxic beauty treatments. After surviving trauma and abuse, she discovered the keys of transformation and broke free from religious constraints and traditional methods. She umbrellaed her businesses under one, now known as Beauty Through Breakthrough, which helps women recover from the emotional effects of trauma and discover their true beauty. Her goal is to inspire others to take faith and wellness beyond the typical church and medical settings by following Jesus and living out the life that he demonstrated. She wholeheartedly clings to the belief that our bodies are fearfully and wonderfully made and are capable of healing themselves, given the proper attention.  She attended Trinity School of Natural Health and obtained multiple certifications, including Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Certified Lyme Specialist. She delights in teaching others and leading women to a free and enriched life with the help of the Holy Spirit. She is a speaker, writer, natural health practitioner, mixed martial artist, singer, musician, holistic health teacher, philanthropist, and cosmetologist. Her heart posture is always to partner with God to cultivate inner beauty and wellness in everyone she meets.