Heather

Advisor

Heather J. Smith-Nutter, MHC NPT-C is a passionate mental health advocate whose journey began after losing her oldest brother to suicide. With degree in Psychology she runs a small private counseling practice. She volunteers as a crisis intervention counselor, supporting those in acute distress. She has personally battled suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety & panic , unprocessed grief, and Complex PTSD. Her work with Now Matters Now has been instrumental in her own healing journey. A committed Christian, her faith has been a cornerstone of her healing and resilience. She is the president & founder of a nonprofit organization, The Reverend Donald W Smith Ministry Foundation,Inc, raising awareness that faith in Jesus does not make one immune to mental health struggles. Heather is married, the mother of three grown children, and a grateful grandmother.