A fighter by nature, Cassi is passionate about empowering and elevating those who have been impacted by abuse, exploitation and power imbalances. Born and raised the oldest child in a family wrought with trauma and addiction, Cassi’s unique experiences position her to speak with the nuance required when addressing topics like abuse, addiction and resiliency.
Cassi has been in “helping professions” since she took her first big-girl job at age 19 working in a residential home for adults with developmental disabilities. She has spent the 20 years since then raising children- her own, in addition to children coming to her in search of support through foster care, friends, family and faith. While raising her children, she worked as a Realtor, special education teacher, mental health counselor, social worker, and Director of faith-based non-profits. She served on her local county board, has volunteered as a youth leader with her church and with Love Louder, which served survivors of sexual trauma.
Cassi writes, speaks and advocates for survivors of child abuse, neglect, sexual assault and commercial sexual exploitation. She has a tender heart for those who have battled addiction and is passionate about exploring the overlap of addiction, trauma and exploitation. She obtained her undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University studying Child and Family Studies and pursued graduate education from Eastern Illinois University studying clinical mental health counseling.
Cassi is currently focused on writing, speaking and advocacy. She is currently working on her first manuscript. To schedule her for a speaking engagement or collaborate on a writing project, please contact her at thecassicox@gmail.com
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