Yvette Thomas, a native Chicagoan, has dedicated her career to the field of alcohol and substance abuse since 1994. She has been a certified alcohol and drug counselor since 1996, holding certifications in Alabama, where she completed her BS degree in psychology with a minor in social services, and Illinois, where she currently resides. Yvette proudly served our country for five years in the U.S. Army. Her personal life experiences and spiritual journey have profoundly influenced her path. In 2009, Yvette answered the call to ministry. She has been influenced and encouraged by several ministry leaders throughout her spiritual journey, whom she credits for guiding her spiritually.