Through my R.E.A.L. Transformation Framework.
I help students and clients:
R– Reconnect with themselves and their values
E– Empower their healing and emotional wellness
A– Align their actions with their purpose
L– Lead a life rooted in resilience, growth, and authenticity
“Your life will not change tomorrow if you do not start changing the way you live today.”
~Markita Renée
“I lead because I’ve lived it and I’m clinically trained to guide others through it.”
Markita Renée is a powerful voice for mental health equity, blending clinical training with the lived realities of marginalized communities. As a therapist‑in‑training, speaker, and national recovery leader, she equips individuals, schools, nonprofits, and organizations with storytelling equipped with evidence‑informed strategies to address mental health, addiction, and trauma with cultural humility and practical, real‑world insight.
Her story began in the shadows of trauma, rejection, and being profoundly misunderstood but it did not end there. Markita rebuilt her life after homelessness and opioid addiction, transforming her pain into purpose and her experience into expertise. Today, she leads national recovery initiatives, facilitates SMART Recovery groups, and trains communities in suicide prevention because she has walked the path and mastered the tools to guide others through it.
Every workshop and coaching session carries her signature blend of authenticity, clinical credibility, and deep compassion. When Markita speaks, people feel seen. When she teaches, people shift. When she leads, change follows.
Markita delivers tailored consulting that blends clinical expertise, cultural responsiveness, and practical strategy to help organizations strengthen mental health, recovery support, and community impact.
This 30‑day guided gratitude journal is designed to help women reconnect with their joy, reclaim their peace, and honor the parts of themselves that often get overlooked.
Customized training that equips teams with SMART Recovery techniques, self-confidence-building practices, and suicide‑prevention strategies, all delivered through a culturally responsive lens that strengthens communication and student well‑being.
Driving breakout sessions that cultivate resilient leadership and equip participants to navigate and overcome adversity with intention
As a speaker, I help educators and professionals build environments where safety, belonging, and emotional wellness are centered, not assumed.
Leading R.E.A.L. aligned converstations that elevate authenticity, cultural advocacy, and transformational leadership.
Engaging college students on mental health, personal growth, and suicide prevention.
“Markita, thank you for your service these 5 years. You are a true empowerment champion, and I can’t wait to see how that empowering spirit is reflected in your next chapter.”
Social Impact CEO
“Markita, I just wanted to thank you for allowing me to learn from your meeting. I was inspired by the way that you led the session. It was such a welcoming and warm environment, and I am grateful that I got to be present.
Mental Health Student
Each training and consultation is designed to build capacity, foster inclusive communication, and empower teams to create environments where both staff and students can thrive.
Markita covers topics such as resilience, leadership, addiction recovery, suicide prevention, and personal development. Her talks inspire growth and transformation for individuals and teams.
Her services are ideal for schools, organizations, high-stress careers, and individuals seeking guidance on leadership, mental wellness, recovery, and self-improvement through expert facilitation.
You can book Markita by visiting the contact page on her website. Fill out the inquiry form with event details, and her team will respond promptly to discuss availability.
Yes, Markita provides both in-person and virtual speaking engagements. She tailors each session to ensure an impactful experience, no matter the format or audience.