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"When You Know Better, You Do Better"

-Maya Angelou

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Experienced Coaching Professional

About Me

Janell Santana-Sims, MSW
Founder, Self-Care JS Inc. (501(c)(3)) & JS Self-Care LLC

As a social worker, certified life coach, and advocate, I empower individuals and families affected by trauma, substance use, and abuse. My mission is to foster healing, recovery, and healthy relationships through compassionate, client-centered care.

I am a Certified Recovery Peer Advocate, Certified Addiction Recovery Coach, and Narcan Trainer, with expertise in Trauma-Informed Care, Emotional First Aid, and Motivational Interviewing. I specialize in supporting survivors of abuse and those who have caused harm, helping them break cycles of trauma and addiction.

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JS Self-Care LLC

Through JS Self-Care LLC, I offer:

  • Individual, group, and couples counseling

  • Trauma recovery support for survivors

  • Addiction recovery coaching

  • Consultations for emotional well-being and relationship challenges

Our services are available virtually, in-home, or in-person for flexibility. As a public speaker, I also raise awareness on trauma and substance use, helping communities heal.

At Self-Care JS Inc. and JS Self-Care LLC, we are dedicated to resilience, transformation, and lasting change.

 

​Self-Care JS Inc. (501(c)(3))

Our nonprofit supports individuals and families impacted by mental illness, substance use, and trauma through:

  • Referrals to inpatient and outpatient treatment

  • Free self-care workshops at the Maybrook Senior Center (2nd Tuesday of each month)

  • Wishlist assistance for those affected by mental health and addiction

  • Person-centered services tailored to individual needs

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My Coaching Story

Helping You Move Forward

Since 2003, I have dedicated my career to social work, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges. In 2019, I expanded my expertise by becoming a Certified Life Coach, blending social work with a heart-centered coaching approach to empower personal growth and resilience.  My journey into coaching began with personal struggles. After discovering transformative techniques that helped me break through, I shared them with others and saw their impact. This inspired me to pursue coaching full-time.  In May 2021, I lost my father to a drug overdose—a tragedy that deepened my commitment to my work. Determined to support those affected by substance abuse, I became a Narcan Trainer, Certified Peer Advocate, and Substance Abuse Recovery Coach.  In 2023, this loss became the catalyst for founding Self-Care JS Inc., a nonprofit dedicated to self-care, mental health, and recovery. Through advocacy, coaching, and therapy, I strive to help individuals heal from trauma, break cycles of addiction, and prioritize their well-being.

As a coach, therapist, and advocate, my mission is simple: You come first. I am here to push, motivate, and support you in achieving your goals, healing from the past, and creating the life you deserve.

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