Life’s Journey
Navigating Life’s Challenges: The Markita Renée Story
Markita Renée, a spiritual woman and single parent mother of two teenagers, is a certified addiction expert, transformational speaker, substance abuse and mental health advocate, and leadership facilitator. She inspires others with her story of overcoming incarceration, homelessness, and opioid addiction. In 2018, she relocated from her home of Tulsa, OK, to Hartford, CT, to begin her journey toward self-healing and transformation.
Markita Renée is deeply motivated to inspire and create positive change in others. Her passion lies in helping people, sharing her personal experiences, making connections, and leaving a meaningful impact. The story behind her self-service business reflects a journey of personal hardship, growth, and triumph.
Markita Renée has been recognized for her outstanding contributions and volunteer work to the field of recovery facilitation and mental health advocacy, as well as for her role as the secretary for The Next Level Speakers Academy NY/NJ Chapter. Her impactful work has earned accolades and praise from both educational and industry peers, solidifying her reputation as a leader in her field.
Achievements and Education
- 2021- The National Society of Leadership and Success, Sigma Alpha Pi
- 2021- Presidents Dean List, Southern New Hampshire University
- 2021- Certification of Facilitation Leader, SMART Recovery
- 2022- Received Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Southern New Hampshire University
- 2022- Life Coaching Certification, The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology
- 2022- Secretary of NY/NJ Chapter, The Next Level Speakers Academy
- 2022- Facilitated 1st and ONLY local BIPOC Support Meeting, SMART Recovery
- 2023- Graduate Studies, Central Connecticut State University
- 2023- GSA VP of Programming, Central Connecticut State University
- 2023- Facilitated 1st National BIPOC group, SMART Recovery
- 2024- Women’s Leadership Certificate, ELECTHER
- 2024- Program Facilitator, Girls Scouts USA
- 2024- Graduate Studies, Central Connecticut State University
Embracing life’s hardships with resilience and courage.
Inspiring Hope
My Transformative Approach
Markita Renée believes in the transformative power of personal narratives, resilience, and community support.
With the help of one of her mentor’s Jeremy Anderson, Markita can transform her presentations through storytelling and vulnerability, where she encourages growth, leadership, and empowerment for every audience.
“You have a choice! A choice to tame control of your life, to refuse to be defined by your circumstances. Start living a life of incredible impact and meaning!”
Markita Renée
