Elizabeth Garcia

I got sober carrying more than just a drinking problem—I was carrying unspoken trauma, shame, and the exhaustion of holding everything together while falling apart inside. As a Latina single mother of two and survivor, I found recovery through the 12-step path, though finding my place as a woman of color took time. Working the steps meant facing trauma I’d spent years avoiding and learning that healing requires both spiritual recovery and professional support. I sponsor women who carry similar burdens, helping them understand that both truths matter. My sobriety is the foundation for my healing, my motherhood, and my voice—and I protect it fiercely.