We had the good fortune of connecting with Jessica Ross, PBC-FI, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CST, ACS and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Jessica, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
I wanted to create a mental health space that was inclusive, invested in the wellness of others, and helping the community move towards liberation. The goal is healing.

Can you open up a bit about your work and career? We’re big fans and we’d love for our community to learn more about your work.
I am the founder of The Center of Wellness (TCOW) in Clinton Township, MI and the current clinical director of wellness services. As a certified sex therapist, researcher, and educator I specialize in sexual sovereignty. I am an advocate for comprehensive sexual health education which includes the discussion of soma cultural experiences. In my work, I use an approach which focuses on bold addressing, intersectionality, trauma responsiveness, and cultural humility.

I love having conversations about sex and encouraging natural exploration and development along the lifespan. Sex can be such an uncomfortable topic for so many. My hope is to normalize the topic of sexual health and help people discover more about themselves.

I am most proud of working with a diverse group of people that are helping the community by being dedicated to the outcome of each person we reach.

HOPE FOR TOMORROW, LIVE FOR TODAY is the what TCOW offers.

If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
I love going places that are rich in history and culture. I enjoy places like Savannah Blue, They Say, and Willow. Detroit is so rich in culture and moments to enjoy.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
My family is gracious in sharing me with the world. My now is dedicated to each survivor of a spoken or unspoken trauma. What encourages my journey is my ability to offer hope, support, kindness, courage, and intentional presence.

Website: www.thecenterofwellness.org

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theecenterofwellness/ and https://www.instagram.com/the.sex.professor/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/81899565/admin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theecenterofwellness

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