About Us

My grandmother, Barbara Emily Lindo, R.N. , (pictured here) was one such woman whose grace, poise, tenacity and power has influenced her children to achieve greatness despite any odds formed against them. Sadly, just before earning licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, my dear grandmother passed away after leading a long, healthy, vibrant life. A truly defining moment in my career that I owe to this lady and the matriarchs that followed her lead.

Barbara was a nurse, a caretaker, a mother, a teacher, a wise woman who nurtured those within her reach. She cared to see people succeed. She cared to see people well. Any trials and tribulations before her stood no chance of dimming her light. She shined bright even in the darkest times. She prevailed because she took care of herself as well as she took care of others. That, she instilled in her children and in me.

I am proud to name our company using the likeness of her initials, B. E. L. Brighten Every Life Counseling Services is here to help other Black women, mothers and birthing parents overcome the odds, break the cycles and experience true wellness and continue a legacy our ancestors have only dreamed for us.