About

about THE QUEEN

With over a decade of experience in addiction recovery and mental health, Markita Renée is not your typical facilitator—she’s a force. A certified QPR instructor, transformational speaker, and recovery coach, Markita leads with heart, expertise, and unshakable purpose. Her presentations don’t just inform—they ignite action.

A respected voice across the tri-state area, Markita guides individuals, schools, and organizations through adversity, turning crisis into opportunity. Her unique ability to combine evidence-based strategies with raw, authentic storytelling sets her apart in every room she enters.

As a spiritual woman and devoted single mother of two teens, Markita’s journey from emotional trauma, homelessness, and opioid addiction to self-healing and empowerment fuels her mission: to help others reclaim their truth and rise.

She is the National BIPOC Facilitator for SMART Recovery and proudly serves as Secretary for The Next Level Speakers Academy NY/NJ Chapter. Her leadership and advocacy continue to resonate—breaking barriers, sparking conversations, and driving meaningful change.

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
      – Southern New Hampshire University (2022)
  • Graduate Studies in Counseling – Central Connecticut State University (2023–2027)
  • Certified QPR Instructor – QPR Institute (2025)
  • Facilitation Leader Certification – SMART Recovery (2021)
  • Life Coaching Certification – The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology (2022)
  • Women’s Leadership Certificate – ELECTHER (2024)
  • Secretary
      – NY/NJ Chapter, The Next Level Speakers Academy (2022–Present)
  • National BIPOC Facilitator – SMART Recovery
  • Facilitated the first and only local BIPOC support meeting (2022)
  • Facilitated the first national BIPOC support meeting (2023)
  • Program Facilitator – Girl Scouts USA (2024)

Three star awards for leader and ranking. Golden shiny prize on a pastel blue background.

Markita Renée

Inspiring Hope

My Transformative Approach

Markita Renée believes in breaking barriers and fostering authentic, compassionate spaces.