AMMA Empowerment Services, LLC
An equity-focused institution grounded in the healing, preservation and empowerment of BIPOC communities. AMMA offers movement towards equitable partnerships, advocacy and coaching, designed to meet individual, group or organizational needs related to the social and political determinants of mental health. While the most critical portion of our work involves an emphasis on the client-coach relationship, it is a highly creative process that allows for change through a variety of strategies.
Through training opportunities, mental health support, leveraging of local resources and social convenings , we have the following mission and vision.
OUR MISSION:
To create inclusion and equity through authentic and courageous engagement
OUR VISION:
We envision a society that empowers individuals, communities and organizations to address systemic inequities for a thriving world

CORE BELIEFS
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Awareness
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Trust Building
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Listening
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Inclusive Partnering
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Community Support

ABOUT
Krystal "Amma" Grimes is the Founder and President of AMMA Empowerment Services, LLC. Krystal is recognized internationally as a dedicated and empathic mental health strategist and resilience expert through her community transformation work. For over 10 years, Krystal has focused her efforts to serve her community through equity, trauma-informed care practices, empowerment and resilience. Through an intrinsic ability and desire to support others, Krystal has positioned herself as a local convener and facilitator for healing and diversity initiatives, supporting the creation of inclusive and brave spaces for dialogue and innovation.
Krystal graduated Magna Cum Laude with her Master of Science degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Walden University with a focus in Trauma. She also earned a Bachelor' of Business Administration from Kennesaw State University. Krystal is certified in Trauma Focused-Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trust-Based Relational Therapy, and Trauma-Informed Care. She also has working experience in family therapy, brain development, adverse childhood experiences, and equity-centered community engagement and development.
Krystal is the creator and host of the Healing History Community Conversation Series and the Healing History: The Listening Tour, a podcast dedicated to highlighting historical trauma and resilience throughout her community. As a community leader, Krystal has been responsible for creating and facilitating numerous training opportunities and events specifically curated to improve mental health and social connections. As she continues to serve as a local change-maker, she has also presented at national conferences, been featured in local new publications and continues to be a vital source of healing and innovation.
Krystal is most proud to be the mother of two young men. Her children provide the motivation needed to realize her vision of a thriving and equitable world.
Email: Krystal@ammaheal.org
or
call 361-494-1432
for more information


