Dr. LaKeisha S. McGee has over 20 years of clinical experience in therapy, life coaching, and education. She is a specialist that teaches healing through the power of the Metanoia Method. Dr. McGee’s dedication to the enhancement and development of the complete person has motivated her to expand her knowledge base in the areas of intentional personal healing, community, and most recently breast cancer advocacy.
On November 7, 2018, Dr. McGee was diagnosed with Stage 2A Grade 7 Breast Cancer Her2+ Estrogen+, Progesterone+. That moment would change her life forever and create her new normal. This experience encouraged her to create HealHer2 Foundation. This foundation collaborates with others to create lasting partnerships that assist survivors affected by life-altering circumstances.
Prior to the creation of HealHer2 Foundation, Dr. McGee worked for Chicago Public Schools for over 16 years serving in several different roles including Social Worker and Assistant Principal. Her ability to develop curricula has afforded her the opportunity to create several programs for Chicago Public Schools, Safe Haven Summer Program, and Mentoring Young Mothers of Greater DuPage Program (MYM). Dr. McGee has spoken for several organizations, Salvation Army, Georgia State University, Department of Children and Family Services, and Susan G. Komen where she serves as an ambassador. Dr. McGee is also an international speaker she has spoken for the Ignite International Interview Series.
Dr. McGee holds a BSW from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, an MSW from Aurora University, an M.Ed from Lewis University, and PhD from Concordia University. Some of her current research interests are human development through life coaching, community restoration by means of healing and accountability, human trafficking, and breast cancer awareness. She’s a #1 International Best Selling author in three categories. Her most recent written anthologies are entitled 12 Shades of Breast Cancer and Smashing Through The Brick Wall.
Dr. McGee is a mother of four beautiful children and able to say she beat cancer…she’s a Survivor!
