Lariesha Lee

05/14/2026

Tonight, I’m hosting the Love After Birth Healing Circle through the Irth App from 6:30 to 7:30 PM Eastern Time.

This is a virtual postpartum support space for moms and birthing people who need a moment to pause, reflect, and be in community. We’ll be having real conversations about motherhood, identity, healing, and the transitions that come after birth.

You do not have to have it all together to show up. Come as you are.

To join, download the Irth App, create a free account, go to Events, and select Love After Birth Healing Circle.

I would love to see you tonight.

05/10/2026

Did you know elephant herds are led by a matriarch, a woman who protects, guides, and cares for the community? 🐘🫶🏾🤎❤️

Sounds a lot like mothers to me.

Happy Mother’s Day, and thank you to everyone supporting our girls at Alger Middle School through our donation drive.

Donate:
givebutter.com/leadher-care-drive-cartag

Cash App: $tayialee

Drop-off:
Madison North Church

05/08/2026

We are collecting donations for the girls I work with at Alger Middle School and the need is still very real.
We’ve extended the drive through May 14th and every little bit truly helps.
Right now we’re especially looking for:
Pads, tampons, deodorant, New or gently used girls pants (junior sizes 0–15 / XS–XL)
All donations go directly to students through the school clothing pantry.

Donation link: givebutter.com/leadher-care-drive-cartag
Cash App: $tayialee

Drop-off donation site: Madison North Church

To coordinate item donations or drop-offs: [email protected]
616) 320-2127

Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, or supported already. We appreciate you.

04/22/2026

What does it look like to care for yourself while caring for everyone else?
I’ll be at the Grand Rapids Neighborhood Summit hosted by the City of Grand Rapids Office of Equity and Engagement this one is for parents and caregivers.
Whether you’re feeling stretched, navigating a lot, or simply wanting to be more intentional about how you care for yourself… this space is for you.
Overstimulated Parents: Practicing Self-Compassion & Power of Community
Happening this Saturday, April 25th
Room 117 | 1:20–2:30 PM
GRPS University (1400 Fuller Ave NE)
Summit runs 9:00–4:30 (+ community celebration after)
Many parents and caregivers are carrying more than they ever say out loud.
We’re not just talking, we’re practicing.
We’ll explore how this shows up in the body, and walk through real tools for regulation, boundaries, and care.
Real tools. Real conversation. Real community.
I hope to see you there.

04/17/2026

Another impactful week onsite at Alger Middle School with the girls at LeadHERship Impact .
We explored what it means to be a team through conversation, reflection, and a hands-on challenge. Inspired by She Leads: The Elephant Matriarch, we talked about how elephant matriarchs lead with memory, wisdom, and care guiding and protecting the group, especially in times of need.

The girls put it into practice by building the tallest tower no talking, minimal materials. It stretched them and highlighted trust, patience, and collaboration.
Real leadership in action.

04/16/2026

There have been expressed needs among the girls we serve at Alger Middle School (6th–8th grade), particularly around hygiene items and clothing.

All proceeds and donated items go directly to support the students.

If you’d like to give: https://givebutter.com/leadher-care-drive-cartag

Cash App: $tayialee

Collecting donations through Friday, May 1st.
To coordinate item drop-off or pick-up, please contact:
📧 [email protected]
📞 (616) 320-2127

Thank you for helping us meet real needs with care and intention.
hashtag hashtag Impact

03/27/2026

Grateful to have participated in the Health is Wealth Conference. Shoutout to the organizer, William Braylock, for creating space for important conversations around youth mental health.

It was a pleasure facilitating “Peace Over Perfection, Grace Over Grind” with Shy Williams, connecting with students from Alger Middle School and Ottawa Hills High School. Grateful to connect with them.

Pouring into the next generation is always worth it. 🙏🏾❤️

03/27/2026

03/26/2026

Forever grateful to serve my community. Thank you to Our Mental Health Collective for highlighting me alongside so many incredible social workers during Social Work Appreciation Month.

“Service is the rent we pay for the privilege of living on this earth.” — Shirley Chisholm

As a Black woman in social work, this work is deeply personal. My journey has allowed me to walk alongside many communities—from early childhood students and K–12 youth, to young adults navigating college and life transitions, to parents and mothers, adults rebuilding their lives, and members of our geriatric community.

Every story, every interaction, every moment of trust reminds me why this work matters. Grateful for the opportunity to serve, advocate, and walk with people through healing and growth.

This month, we celebrate the dedication, compassion, and impact of social workers who tirelessly advocate for individuals, families, and communities. Their work goes beyond support and foster healing environments that empower and create lasting change in the lives of those they serve. From mental health care to crisis intervention, social workers play a vital role in ensuring equity, access, and hope for all.
To all the social workers making a difference every day, we appreciate you and honor the incredible work you do.

Social Workers pictured from our directory include:
Jamise Lay, LLMSW
Jazminne Silva, LLMSW
Jennifer Coria-Munoz, LMSW
Joslyn Caldwell, LMSW-C, SSW
Josue (Sway) Guillen, LLMSW
Kathryn Knox, LMSW
Kendra Avila, LLMSW
Kenisha Dorsey, LCSW
Lariesha Lee, LLMSW
Latrece McDaniel, LCSW
Lauren Amlalo, LCSW
Laverna “Nikki” King-Bown, MSW, LMSW-C
Leonica Riley Erwin, LMSW
Lisa Baker, LCSW
Lizette Chacon, LMSW
Lizette Orozco, LCSW, LMSW