She has a passion and heart for the youth which has lead her to various positions within the ministry and career field. Since 2002 Goodwin has served as Youth Director, a mentor, and Sunday School teacher within her local church. A former paralegal, educator, and substance abuse counselor who use her gift of empowerment to transform lives within her career field. She has earned a Master of Counseling from Webster University, Columbia SC, an Associate Degree of Paralegal graduating “Magna Cum Laude” from South University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Francis Marion University, Florence SC. She currently resides in South Carolina with her son and two daughters. Her hobbies include running, walking, meditating, and writing, counseling youth and working in the community.