Valerie Reed

Valerie Reed, LBSW M.Ed. is a native of Compton, California, who grew up in Las Vegas, Nevada. After attending Prairie View A&M University and obtaining a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and a Master’s in Sociology she worked in the Social Work Field in Las Vegas, Nevada and Houston, Texas for approximately 10 yrs. She decided to change careers and focus on education, where she has been teaching for 17 yrs. Valerie also enjoys her current role as a Special Education District Coach for Aldine ISD.

She is the mother of 3 children, Ryan 22, Kayla 21, and Micah 16. Valerie is a member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Valerie is also the author of Stay Strong, Finish Strong! A story of hope and encouragement for those who have and will experience Grief and Loss. She is also the author of Through Micah’s Eyes, which is a children’s book that portrays her son Micah on the day of his father’s funeral. This book was featured on a Virtual Book Fair with Royston Publishing. Valerie’s latest book, Grieving Under God’s Grace (A Prayer Journal) is a book of prayers for grief and loss for 21 days. Valerie was a host of Strength for The Journey on Rhema Gospel Radio 101.5 FM KOER, in Houston, Texas in which we featured Stories of Strength to encourage others.

February 2020 Valerie was one of five teachers featured in TEDTALK Education San Antonio. Empowered. Valerie was nominated and awarded The Distinguished Authors Award for Best Children’s Book.

Valerie enjoys empowering others, especially women, by sharing her story of grief and loss. December 15, 2021 Valerie became a Licensed Minister. She is a proud member of Fallbrook Church Katy-Cypress. Valerie’s goal is to encourage all!