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Oct. 24, 2024

A Mother’s Mission for Military Mental Health Support

A Mother’s Mission for Military Mental Health Support
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In this inspiring episode, Millionaire Williams, author of 'Military Mom on a Mission', shares her poignant journey of supporting her son through PTSD and severe mental health challenges following his return from the Iraq war. Millionaire discusses the unexpected path that led her to become a mental health advocate, highlighting the importance of family support and creating awareness about PTSD. The conversation touches on her efforts to navigate the healthcare system, her determination to educate herself in psychology, and her advocacy work to change mental health laws. Millionaire also reveals her methods for self-care and balancing her roles as a caregiver and professional. The episode concludes with Millionaire's future vision for expanding her advocacy through a Congressional initiative and potential film adaptations, accentuating her mission to transform personal pain into purpose.

BIO: 

Million Heir-Williams grew up in Long Island, NY. At the age of twenty, she moved to Los Angeles, California.  She worked for Kaiser Hospital for twenty-six years in management.  In 2004, she moved to Onslow County, where she served as Onslow County Commissioner and Vice President of the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce. Governor Pat McCrory appointed her to serve on the Board of Directors for the North Carolina Council for Women. She and her husband had a house built in Texas, where they reside.

Heir-Williams is a Certified Life Growth and Mental Health Coach and is the President/CEO of Effectual Life Coaching Enterprises. She has a proven track record in establishing successful, equitable relationships with everyone involved. 

Heir-Williams has many organizations that she is affiliated with, such as the American Psychological Association, Fellow of the North Carolina Institute of Political Leadership, Society for Collegiate Leadership & Achievement, Worldwide Association of Female Professionals, American Association of Christian Counselors, Citizens Commission on Human Rights International and the Honor Society.

RESOURCES/ REFERENCES:

Military Mom on a Mission

Million's Books


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