Monica G.M. Smith, MS, MMT, is an experienced social worker, licensed professional foster parent, facilitator and educator. She has employment experience working in both business and human services for the past 25 years, on the state and local level. Monica is committed to improving the overall quality of life of individuals, youth, families and the professionals who serve them. Her experience as a highly trained, trauma informed, culturally competent practitioner provides an open and affirming environment for her clientele.


She is an internationally accredited Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Certified Life Coach, author and former Interpreter for the Deaf.


A lifelong volunteer and community supporter, Monica is a proud alumna of Connecticut Educational Institutions:

  • The Norwich Free Academy, Norwich, CT
  • Northwestern CT Community College, Interpreting                    Program, Winsted, CT
  • Eastern Connecticut State University, Willimantic, CT


Mindful Endeavors, LLC also offers faith-based workshops and individual  coaching.   Phil 4:13 "I can do all things through Him who gives me strength."


MISSION STATEMENT:  Mindful Endeavors, LLC works to advance the quality of life of all people by enhancing the education and practices of wellness as it relates to personal and professional development.

VISION STATEMENT:  All people have the potential to achieve their personal and professional best.

Most Recent Speaking Engagements
2019:
  • Women in Business for a Diverse America: SCORE of Western Massachusetts – Springfield, MA, Workshop Presenter: Work Life Balance
  • Community Coalition for Children : U GROW - New London, CT conference presenter 
  • State of Connecticut Academy for Workforce Development: panel member, Hartford, CT
  • Insurance Professionals of Eastern, CT (Division of IAIP) – Norwich, CT workshop presenter
  • United Services, Inc.  – Presentation to Child Guidance Clinicians regarding working with parents and youth who identify at LGBTQ+ - Dayville, CT 

2020:
  • Insurance Professionals of Eastern, CT (Division of IAIP) CT– workshop presenter
  • Mentor Select Podcast with Derrich Phillips, TX - guest presenter
  • WRUU 107.5 Savannah, GA - Courageous Conversations with Sheree - guest presenter
  • Love Yourself to Life with Dr. Monica DeBro - guest presenter
  • PSG International, MA - Ask the Expert - guest presenter on Family Matters

COMING SOON!
  • Trinity Church Lenten Day of Reflection, Brooklyn, CT- Presenter
  • SERC 2020 Conference, Hartford, CT  - workshop co-presenter
  • Camp Horizons, Windham, CT - workshop presenter