Professional:
Teresa Willie is a state and internationally Licensed Prevention Specialist. She currently serves as the chair of the Utah Prevention Coalition Association (UPCA) and supervises the Washington County prevention staff. Teresa is a certified QPR, Working Minds, Guiding Good Choices, and Creating Safety instructor. She is the coordinator for the Washington County REACH4HOPE Suicide Prevention Coalition and was instrumental in bringing Hope Squads to Southern Utah. Teresa is a recipient of the Douglas Fetzer Bates Legislative Advocacy Award, the Merlin Goode Prevention Award, the Washington County Prevention Advocacy Award and the Honorary Lifetime PTA Membership Award. Teresa is a graduate of the National Coalition Academy and Dixie State University with a Bachelor’s of Individualized Studies, Health Psychology & Communication. Teresa is currently working on a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University.
Teresa Willie is a state and internationally Licensed Prevention Specialist. She currently serves as the chair of the Utah Prevention Coalition Association (UPCA) and supervises the Washington County prevention staff. Teresa is a certified QPR, Working Minds, Guiding Good Choices, and Creating Safety instructor. She is the coordinator for the Washington County REACH4HOPE Suicide Prevention Coalition and was instrumental in bringing Hope Squads to Southern Utah. Teresa is a recipient of the Douglas Fetzer Bates Legislative Advocacy Award, the Merlin Goode Prevention Award, the Washington County Prevention Advocacy Award and the Honorary Lifetime PTA Membership Award. Teresa is a graduate of the National Coalition Academy and Dixie State University with a Bachelor’s of Individualized Studies, Health Psychology & Communication. Teresa is currently working on a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Capella University.
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Personal:
Hello, my name is Teresa, otherwise known as the neighborhood popsicle lady. I grew up in Pleasant Grove, Utah, a small town at the base of Mount Timpanogas. I am the second oldest of eleven children, (nine brothers and one sister). I graduated from Pleasant Grove High School and attended Utah Technical College (currently Utah Valley University). I moved to Washington County in 1987 and fell in love with the area. I think it is one of the most beautiful places on earth, both because of the surroundings and the amazing people that live here. I am honored to be the mom to three amazing kids (who are no longer kids) and a little rescue pup named Tucker. My primary goal in life was to be a stay-at-home mom, which I believe is the most amazing job in the world, but life happens and circumstances led me to the second most amazing job in the world as a Prevention Specialist
Why I chose prevention:
I believe that this profession chose me and it has been a remarkable fit. Prior to entering the workforce, I spent many hours volunteering with a variety of organizations that serve and advocate for youth and families in my community. These experiences prepared me for the work I currently do and am so passionate about. During my years in prevention, I have been blessed to rub shoulders with some of the most amazing people in this community and across the state. I have been honored to work with diverse populations and I have developed a great deal of love and understanding for culturally diverse communities. I have experienced triumphs and challenges and I can honestly say I am grateful for both because of the personal and professional growth that followed. I learned very quickly that prevention is not just a job, it is a lifestyle. As a prevention Specialist, I live this work because I want to be an agent for change in my community. I truly believe that prevention works and I am privileged to play a small role in creating a safer, healthier environment where youth and families can thrive.
Hello, my name is Teresa, otherwise known as the neighborhood popsicle lady. I grew up in Pleasant Grove, Utah, a small town at the base of Mount Timpanogas. I am the second oldest of eleven children, (nine brothers and one sister). I graduated from Pleasant Grove High School and attended Utah Technical College (currently Utah Valley University). I moved to Washington County in 1987 and fell in love with the area. I think it is one of the most beautiful places on earth, both because of the surroundings and the amazing people that live here. I am honored to be the mom to three amazing kids (who are no longer kids) and a little rescue pup named Tucker. My primary goal in life was to be a stay-at-home mom, which I believe is the most amazing job in the world, but life happens and circumstances led me to the second most amazing job in the world as a Prevention Specialist
Why I chose prevention:
I believe that this profession chose me and it has been a remarkable fit. Prior to entering the workforce, I spent many hours volunteering with a variety of organizations that serve and advocate for youth and families in my community. These experiences prepared me for the work I currently do and am so passionate about. During my years in prevention, I have been blessed to rub shoulders with some of the most amazing people in this community and across the state. I have been honored to work with diverse populations and I have developed a great deal of love and understanding for culturally diverse communities. I have experienced triumphs and challenges and I can honestly say I am grateful for both because of the personal and professional growth that followed. I learned very quickly that prevention is not just a job, it is a lifestyle. As a prevention Specialist, I live this work because I want to be an agent for change in my community. I truly believe that prevention works and I am privileged to play a small role in creating a safer, healthier environment where youth and families can thrive.
