Martica Sherman, MA, LPC-Associate, NCC under the Supervision of Pansy Wade, LPC-S? Martica Sherman’s unapologetic approach to mental health and the eradicating of the stigma that is causing cultural gaps between the patient, the caregivers, family and society’s history of generalizing what is actually needed in support around mental health issues and mental health wellbeing is what caused her passion to become a mental health professional and mental health advocate. Through holistic and life transforming sessions, Martica helps her participants to uncover, define, and release those unhealthy behaviors to start a new journey of unconditional love and freedom. A passionate teacher of her life’s experiences, Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, National Certified Counselor, mentoring with purpose, multi-business owner, radio co-host, mother, grandmother, and teacher of God's gospel of truth continues to give back from her journey along with advocating for continued education for youth. Marticia Sherman’s journey has been fraught with tears, trials and tribulations. Only through God’s grace was she able to triumph. What would have (and possibly should have) caused many others to become another negative statistic, is the very thing that caused her to be a revelatory beacon of truth. Nevertheless, she unveiled a sincerity about the unconditional love that God the Father brings, and the true depths of that intimacy alike.

Jordan Hines is a southern belle born and raise in Abilene , Texas. She graduated from Prairie View A&M University to start her career as a teacher. After teaching over seas she discovered her passion for art and culture to transition into being a creative director for non-profit organizations such as Ofiliated Art & Entertainment and Jordan Del Rio Productions Studios. She resides in Houston, Texas with her husband and continue to create new experiences in art and education daily.

JASMINE RENEE THOMAS is an artist, educator, mental health advocate and Skeyez N' Starz board member since 2019. She holds a Bachelor's of Arts degree in Theatre Arts and Communication Studies from Southwestern University and started her professional career as a Teach for America (TFA) corps member. Thomas has over a decade of experience in both educational and arts environments. Thomas began to engage in the mental health conversation in 2017 as the manager of the Arts + Social Emotional Learning (A+SEL) program with the Alley Theatre while partnering with world renowned institutions like the Menninger Clinic, Houston Galveston Institute and CASEL. Throughout this work, Thomas was blessed with opportunities to work with thousands of children and adults in conference workshops, classroom lessons, professional development sessions, coaching observations/reflections, and in creating resources to help integrate arts and SEL into the core content classroom. Outside of the classroom, Thomas partners with organizations such as The SEL Exchange, Xavier Academy, Region 4, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Texas Thespians, Skeyez N’ Starz, and more- leading the charge in sharing the joys and possibilities of engaging SEL and the Arts. Jasmine is also a passionate entertainer, acting on stages and screens from NYC to Houston including The Davenport, Theatre for the New City, Vincent Victoria Presents, 4th Wall Theatre Company, Mildred’s Umbrella, The Alley Theatre All New, Dirt Dogs Theatre Co., Rec Room Arts, 1989 Dreams, The Houston Symphony, and the Sankova Collective. She is also an English dub voice artist for anime including Suicide Squad Isekai, Rick and Morty: The Anime and more. Jasmine currently teaches 4th grade RELA and Social Studies at Autumn Creek Elementary and leads the Youth and Children Ministry for Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Ember Skeyez (M-ber Sky-z) born Britney Jones is a producer and entertainer with a background in Film, Comedy, Music, and Performance Arts. Her introduction to the industry was sparked by her desire to follow her dreams through music. On her journey she developed a love for all things creative and integrated her skillset of an artist with production. From there she her goal has been to create outlets and platforms for others to showcase their passions and follow their dreams. In addition to producing and entertaining she is also the founder of "Skeyez N' Starz", a nonprofit organization that utilizes media and performance arts for mental health awareness. Ember embodies the saying "If there's a will there is a way." Her initial thoughts of "What of...?" Has transitioned into a collection of works and resources that materializes into bondless opportunities. To her credit she has worked as an actress in various plays by Vincent Victoria and Agnes Balka including: Hattie's Big Night, The Disappearance of Eartha Kitt, and Good Morning Heartache Goodbye; Film of her own and others: D.O.B, Candy 2, and Beyond the Vow. She has also worked in casting for shows on MTV and A&E.