Louisa TereLouisa Tere, the receiver of Not by Chance and Thorns to Jewels inspired guidance, is a strong woman of faith. She received her MS degree in Education and Counseling and further completed a post-graduate program in Family Therapy from Long Island Uniersity.Her professional experience includes working in an urban multi-cultural school as an educator and counselor for over 20 years. She also worked with "at-risk" children, now referred to as "at promise youth" in a residential facility.Louisa has also written Amelio Marta, a story that addresses the challenges of real-time bullying within a resource book format. She continues to advocate personal triumph and transformation. Her books bring positivity, support, and strength. They provide a journey of ultimate hope and encouragement to overcome life's unforeseen struggles and bring confidence and empowerment for a new and better tomorrow Read More Read Less