Meet Mrs. Shavon Meyers!

Q: Tell me about your background.

I grew up in Harlem, New York, I consider myself of African American decent with a mixed heritage of French Canadian (European decent) and Native American. I speak English only and I am a Pisces born in March. My entire family both on my maternal and paternal side of the family live in New York City, so I have learned to build a support system here in Massachusetts through church, work, networking as well as friendships. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Do you own a pet? If so, what is their name and how has your pet impacted your life? Share a bit about them.

I have a dog named Shadow who came from Texas and is 25% Blue Lacy, 25% Labrador, and the rest of his DNA is from the pit bull family. Shadow is a smart dog and the owners at the shelter who cared for him once thought he was a Great Dane. He was overlooked because he was a big dog for his age and stayed at the shelter longer than necessary. Shadow had separation anxiety in the beginning of being home with me and my family but has since outgrown of it. I have a cat about 11-year-old named Sage who is considered a tiger breed. I considered Sage the Alpha male and he has shown that as he has out-lived the other two cats we had homed. I have had Sage since he was a kitten and he resembles a siamese cat. I also have gold fish. My animals offer unconditional love (like most) and bring a unique balance to the humans in my family since we need to learn not to take life too seriously. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What’s a fun or unique fact about you? What do you like to do in your free time? Do you have any hobbies, passions, unknown talents, or special interests? If so, what are they?

I have studied abroad at the University of St. Thomas and there was a portrait sold of me at the Albany institute of History & Art in relation to the death of Trayvon Martin. I like to workout on my bike with the iFIT program and make time for a Zumba activity. I recently had an article published for Unity first online magazine April addition. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Did you join any extracurriculars when you were younger? Any after school clubs, organizations, programs, or sports in the past? If so, explain.

As a young child I was always in an after school and summer program. I was in the Dome project which assisted youth in the junior and senior year in high school to prep for college. I did volunteer work at an early start program and library. I also did summer youth where I obtained a job during the summer and purchased my own school supplies. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Do you have any notable achievements or awards that you’ve received in the past?

I have a bunch of awards for being on the honor roll in grade school and high school. I am apart of the Chi Sigma Iota Honors Society and PSI CHI honors society in psychology. I have a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What were some challenges you had to overcome during High School? Any advice to Highlander’s?

I had to overcome the challenges in my family to get through high school. My teachers were of great support. I was happy that I graduated high school and went away to college to escape the negative environment. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What are your hot takes right now?

Being a host on UnityRadio has some perks but we have to be honest with the listeners and viewers and that may mean having a difference in perspective and opinions. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Do you have any tips on self care, and how do you approach it? What’s your daily routine like? Why do you believe it’s important?

Self-care means spending time with yourself and engaging in the activities that you like to do. Taking a break from your normal routine to decompress. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What’s something you feel nostalgic about? Is there anything you feel very grateful towards? What are some of the most memorable school moments or events that have still stuck with you?

One nostalgic feeling I got was when my friend from high school, who I just recently connected with again, sent pictures (via text) of us together in high school. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Do you have any music recommendations?

I would suggest R&B, Neo-soul pop music. Some gospel music is good also. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What role do relationships—whether with family, friends, or colleagues—play in your life? Do they inspire, motivate, or offer valuable lessons to you?

I think relationships are important when they continue to serve you, if not, it is okay to move on with a mutual understanding that we can outgrow old relationships to allow new ones to enter. Evolution takes place naturally to allow someone to change, grow, and continue on their path to a divine purpose. This may mean that other changes in our life may have to take place for us to reach our full potential and live out our purpose. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

What Does Mrs. Shavon Meyers Do for a living?

Q: Do you have any community work, volunteer work, or internship experiences you want to share with us?

I have interned at the Starr program for Gandara in Holyoke and Springfield. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: How did you get started in your current profession? What attracted you to your current line of work, and has your passion for it changed over time?

I have always worked in a setting where counseling to take place. I started at college, earned a professional degree in counseling and completed my internship and applied for jobs based off of my experience. I love what I do and my passion has grown into different facets of the field such as having a radio show, volunteering to speak at schools and continuing to get educated in the field. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What does a typical day look like for you at your job? How has your role evolved since you first started? What skills do you think are the most essential for success in your profession? What do you find most fulfilling about your current position?

A typical day would be reviewing chart and resources for a client. I have been involved in the management role in counseling for about 4 to 5-years. Engaging in self-care is really important and keeping updated with the techniques is essential. I like that the counseling/psychology field has many different facets where you can explore many areas and work in many places and populations. For me this keeps my interest and I will never get bored. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Do you have any role models or people you look up to? Who would you consider a mentor or someone who has guided you in your career?

My teachers in high school and in college who were supportive. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What has been one of the most difficult decision you’ve had to make in life, and how did you overcome it? How about an experience that made you change the way you see the world? What has helped you grow the most?

The most difficult decision that I had to make was to leave home and venture out on my own. I had trust in myself to overcome fear and anxiety but knew I had basic knowledge to survive through engaging with others. Earlier in my career as an outpatient therapist I started seeing clients in their homes and witness how the system can fail individuals and how some people feel that they cannot get out of poverty, which creates this vicious cycle. I had to understand that I couldn’t save everyone but did the best I could and left it up to the individual to pull their own weight to help themselves. I had to learn that it is okay to walk away from situations that are not fully resolved as long as I did my part. I had to learn to emotionally detach at times with my clients and their families to better serve them and remain professional. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: How would you define success, and do you believe you can reach success despite bad grades? Would you say it’ll be a more difficult experience than others with a good education? What role does having an education play on an individual’s future?

Success if defined by ones ability to be resilient, strong-willed and ambitious. Successes not define perfection but understanding how the imperfections make us unique and helps us learn a lesson. Bad grades do not determine success always. I believe bad grades indicate what changes do we need to make improvements. What is the grade saying about our performance instead of emphases on one’s ability to do well? Education provides knowledge which no one can take away. We have access to resources, stories and history that explain and outline the future. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What keeps you grounded? How do you keep a balance between your job and your personal life? If you could change one thing about your life path, would you, and what would it be?

I have learned to set boundaries with myself and with my co-workers as well as clients and patients. I remember that I wear different hats and that each environment requires me to take one off to put one on. I wouldn’t change anything about my path because it is my own personal journey. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What has been the biggest lesson or learning experience in your career/profession so far? How do you stay motivated in your work, especially when working with a team, or when experiencing tough times?

I have learned to stay grounded and not take things personal. I have learned that I do not know everything and that is okay. Being willing to learn and getting over a learning curve has allowed me to grow professionally and personally. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What advice would you give someone considering entering your field of work? What are some common misconceptions people have about your profession? What personal qualities do you believe have helped you succeed in your profession?

The best advice that I can give someone entering my field is get to know yourself in order to help others. Some people feel that in the counseling field it is all about listening to others. Psychology and the mental health field is all about listening to understand your client and then applying knowledge to help. The qualities that I have used to be successful in the mental health field is taking a unique perspective by understanding the individual I am working with instead of applying techniques and resources out of a textbook. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: What changes do you see in your industry, and how are you preparing for them? Do you have any goals for the future? Where do you see yourself in your career in the next 5-10 years?

The changes I am seeing are that multiculturalism is being considered in the techniques used as we manage and deal with a more diverse population. I see myself engaging in more outreach. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

Q: Can you share a story where your job made a positive impact on someone or your community? What are you most passionate about?

My job made a positive impact on someone in my community by making sure that they got the services that they needed for addiction and then they were able to return to a lower level of care. I am passionate about helping others reach their goals. – Mrs. Shavon Meyers.

After hearing about Mrs. Shavon Meyer’s experiences and what she had to share with us today, what can you take away from this interview? Do you feel inspired to also make an impact on your community? Would you consider adopting a pet dog or a cat soon? This spotlight interview not only highlighted Mrs. Shavon Meyer’s experiences, but also emphasized the importance of continuing education for future success. Thank you for following along, and do not forget to click the comment button on the right-hand side to share your opinions and critiques on this matter! To read more articles, scroll down and click the ‘Spotlight Interview’ tag in red! Tune in for more articles.

Get in Touch with Mrs. Shavon Meyers!

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