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"When You Know Better, You Do Better"

-Maya Angelou

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About Me

🌿 Janell Santana-Sims, MSW

Founder, Self-Care JS Inc. (501(c)(3)) & JS Self-Care LLC

Janell Santana-Sims, MSW, is a dedicated social worker, certified life coach, and advocate committed to empowering individuals and families affected by trauma, substance use, and abuse. Through her work, Janell provides a safe and compassionate space for healing, growth, and connection.

The mission is rooted in self-care, recovery, and restoration—helping people rebuild relationships, restore trust, and rediscover their sense of purpose. She believes that with understanding and the right tools, every person has the capacity to heal and thrive.

Credentials & Expertise

  • Certified Recovery Peer Advocate (CRPA)

  • Certified Addiction Recovery Coach (CARC)

  • Narcan Trainer & Harm Reduction Specialist

  • Trauma-Informed Care Practitioner

  • Trained in Emotional First Aid & Motivational Interviewing

Areas of Focus

  • Survivors of trauma, domestic violence, and abuse

  • Individuals struggling with substance use disorders

  • Families navigating recovery and healing

  • Those seeking to break cycles of harm and addiction

Her approach bridges clinical insight with lived experience, creating pathways for true and lasting recovery.

A Message from the Founder

“Healing begins with self-awareness and compassion. My goal is to help you reconnect—with yourself, your family, and your purpose—so you can live the life you deserve.”

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Experienced Coaching Professional

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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