Dr. Alecia Middleton is the Founder and Director of Mental Health Education Services for R.E.A.L Community Resources, LLC, which is Respectful, Educated, Assertive, Leaders providing resources to the community. Dr. Middleton is also a published author and has a unique personal story of overcoming her learning disability of dyslexia to becoming a Doctor of Education.  She obtained her Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Central Michigan University in 2019.  She also holds a Masters in Mental Health Counseling, and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Michigan State University.  Dr. Middleton has over 8 years of experience in the mental health education field, program development, and community outreach. She is currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Michigan and has a certification in Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM). She has also been acknowledged by major corporations as an outstanding training facilitator and conducted professional development workshops local, state, and nationwide.  Dr. Middleton also has trained experience in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She prides herself on leading by example to foster an environment of belongingness and the celebration of diversity, such as her own. She also believes it is her duty to treat all people with unconditional positive regard and commit to listening, learning, and advocating on their behalf, no matter their race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or disability. Dr. Middleton strives to continue enhancing awareness in various communities on the importance of educational and leadership development, and physical and mental health.  Dr. Middleton founded this company because she believed it’s not only important to provide a service and resources, but more importantly to treat people with the RESPECT they deserve when having the courage to seek help when in need.